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Learn how to decorate your home with spring blooms! Featuring easy arrangement ideas, which flowers to choose, and more.
Spring blooms are truly special. Just when we need them most, they emerge in a burst of color and beauty, chasing away the winter blues and lifting our spirits. Arranging them is not only simple, but also incredibly rewarding. With just a few bunches of grocery store flowers, you can create a stunning arrangement that instantly brightens your home. If you’re lucky enough to have blooming bulbs, early spring perennials, or flowering trees and shrubs, don’t hesitate to bring some inside and enjoy their charm. When we lived on Sutton Place, our forsythia and bleeding hearts were always a favorite, and I still miss those lovely blooms!
Another wonderful thing about spring blooms is their incredible range of colors. From bright yellow and pink to rich purple, orange, and even lime green, the options are endless. Whether you prefer a bold mix of two or three shades, or a simple monochromatic arrangement, there’s no wrong way to display these seasonal beauties. No matter your choice, the result will be full of springtime charm.
Back in 2013, when my blog was just beginning, I shared a fun idea for arranging flowers in rain boots using bright forsythia branches. That post disappeared during a blog update, so I decided to reinvent the concept…this time with tulips and a pair of classic navy blue boots. Instead of mixing different flowers, I chose only tulips, allowing the boots to really make a statement. The result was simple yet striking, and the tulips did not disappoint! While tulips are easy to arrange, I’ve learned a few helpful tips and tricks over the years that make them even more beautiful. Learn more about arranging tulips!
Supplies Needed for a Rain Boot Flower Arrangement
- Rain boots: my rain boots are currently sold out. Here are some other very cute styles:
- 2 plastic cups or any sort of vase that will fit inside the boots.
- Spring blooms.
How To Make The Rain Boot Arrangement
- It takes about five minutes to assemble this flower arrangement. Simply place a water-tight vessel in each boot.
- Carefully fill the vessels about halfway with water.
- Begin to add your flowers, making sure to give each one a fresh cut at the end of the stem.
- Keep adding flowers until you have enough to fill out the top of the boots.
- Any kind of rain boots can be used. They don’t get the least bit wet inside, so feel free to put your regular rain boots to work!
- Rain boots come in all colors and price ranges. If you already own rain boots, and can round up a couple of plastic cups, the only expense for your arrangement would be the cost of the flowers.
Popular Spring Flowers
- Here are some examples of spring blooms:
- tulips
- daffodils
- forsythia branches
- pussy willow branches
- lilacs
- roses
- bleeding hearts
- rhododendron branches
- azalea branches
- Other blooms that aren’t technically considered spring flowers, but that are easily found and very pretty:
- hydrangeas
- daisies
- peonies
- alstroemeria
- button mums
More Ideas For Adding Spring Blooms To Your Decor
- Mix Spring Blooms With Fresh Fruit: pairing fresh fruit with spring flowers is a simple yet stunning way to elevate any arrangement. One of the easiest methods is to place whole lemons or limes in a clear vase or pitcher, add water, and nestle your flower stems among the fruit. Not only does this help support the stems, but it also adds a vibrant pop of color. Sliced citrus works beautifully too, creating a fresh, eye-catching display that feels bright and cheerful. The perfect touch for spring!
- Incorporate Herbs into Spring Arrangements: adding fresh herbs to your spring flower arrangements is an easy way to enhance both their beauty and fragrance. Herbs bring a touch of texture and greenery, making any bouquet feel more natural and inviting. If you don’t have fresh herbs growing in your garden when spring flowers are in bloom, no worries…simply pick up a bunch of mint, rosemary, or parsley from the grocery store. Tucking them into your arrangements will add a fresh and scented element that makes what you created even more special.
Free Rain Boot Printable
As a special gift to OSP email subscribers, I am offering a watercolor printable of the rain boots and tulips. Two versions are included. One with a spring quote, and the other with no text. If you would like your own watercolors, just fill out the form below. Note: if you are currently an OSP email subscriber, go ahead and fill out the form to get your PDF. It will not result in multiple subscriptions.
Really lovely printable. Thank you!!!!!!!!!!! God bless
I love your rain boot arrangement, especially the boots. I know you said the boots were sold out but would you share the source so I can follow for possible restocking? They would be perfect with my decor.
Hi Betty…here is the link. Thank you! https://amzn.to/3FcQk2y
Hi again! So here’s another link in a smaller size and a better price. The listing says they are “new with tags.” Hope this helps! https://rstyle.me/+xOQmxvZVQxLVbwh1VPDAVw
These ideas were great!!! Thanks for sharing.
I just love the navy rain boots with the yellow tulips. Beautiful!
The rain boot “vases” are joyful! 🤩