Simple Arrangements Using Garden Flowers & Herbs. Includes list of herbs that pair nicely with garden flowers. Lots of tips and ideas!
Making simple arrangements using garden flowers & herbs is not only extremely gratifying, it’s a great way to use herbs that might otherwise be wasted. Sometimes herbs grow very fast and, at least for me, it’s hard to use them quickly enough.
I’ve never dried or frozen my herbs but I would like to figure that out at some point. I usually just harvest them and scatter little herb & flower arrangements around the house. When summer is over, I’ll plant an indoor herb garden so I have fresh herbs right in my kitchen.
Update: How to Dry Herbs
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Simple Arrangements Using Garden Flowers & Herbs
OK…first I grabbed an assortment of jars and small milk bottles. I added water before I started cutting my herbs and flowers…that way I was able to put the cut plants in the water immediately. Now on to the fun stuff. Here’s what I gathered together:
- Basil
- Rosemary
- Hosta leaves
- Shasta Daisies (Becky)
- Cinnamon Basil
- Mint
- Lavender (more about that later)
When I had everything cut, I started moving the cuttings around until I had five simple arrangements using garden flowers and herbs.
Side note about the rosemary: it’s really important to NOT have any leaves left on the part of the stem that is under water. Just strip the rosemary at about the halfway point so only the woody branch is in the water. You can use the stripped needles in your cooking or in potpourri.
Related: Grilled Chicken and Rosemary Potatoes
I brought my arrangements in and used three, gathered on a silver tray, in my entry. The other two I put on my kitchen island.
As I walk by, I can smell the rosemary and it makes me smile. Now…I mentioned lavender. When I was cutting and arranging, I totally forgot about my lavender. It’s not been one of my success stories where perennials are concerned, but this year I had more blooms than ever before. (Which isn’t say much, but nevertheless it’s at least getting better!)
So I cut some lavender and made another arrangement in a vintage blue mason jar, which has actually turned out to be my favorite.
Adding natural elements to your living spaces is a great way to bring the outdoors in. There is nothing better, in my opinion, than walking out your back door, armed with a pitcher of water and a pair of scissors…and walking back in with enough cuttings for some simple arrangements.
Click for 10 Ways to Use Rosemary!
Madeline says
Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at 8:09 amLoved your post as I too have these plants in my garden.
Jeannie says
Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at 11:33 amWhere can I find the blue vintage mason jars? I love the clean and simple look of this arrangement!
Ann Drake says
Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 1:04 pmI find the blue jars on Etsy or eBay. You can also find them at antique malls and sometimes at flea markets. Good luck!
Donna says
Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 10:20 amAnn,
Your website is one of my favorites! I look forward to your emails weekly! Your creativity brings me inspiration and delight! Thank you, my friend! Love the name On Sutton Place…classic!
God bless you,
Donna❤
Sue H. Mellette says
Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 1:58 pmLove your pictures and your gardening tips. Thanks for sharing.
Pam says
Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 8:36 amHi Ann. I love receiving your blog!
I froze my herbs from our garden last summer. I had the same issues as you and they turned out wonderfully.
I used them all winter!
Pam
Daisy Dianne Bromlow says
Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 7:35 amLove all of them.
Beverly says
Saturday, February 23, 2019 at 8:59 pmI never thought of using my herbs in arrangements, these are lovely. I have these daisies coming up literally everywhere. Thanks for the tips! Oh also, I have had -0- luck with lavender.
Pam says
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 10:44 amLoved the simplicity! My overgrown herb bed will be getting a trim! Thank you!
Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says
Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 12:51 pmThese are so beautiful, Ann! Hope you’re having a wonderful week!
Sherry Nappa says
Sunday, July 17, 2016 at 8:58 pmBeautiful arrangements! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Merry Monday.
Jemma says
Sunday, July 17, 2016 at 3:20 pmI adore these types of projects and floral arrangements.
They make such a gentle statement on living simple and graciously.
Thank you for joining us at TOHOT!
Jemma
Sara Syrett says
Saturday, July 16, 2016 at 11:47 pmThese arrangements are gorgeous! I love using my garden herbs for arrangments> Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday!
susan says
Saturday, July 16, 2016 at 2:34 pmI love your use of the flowers and herbs, so pretty Ann. Thanks for joining Sundays at Home!!
Melanie - The Wedding Bistro says
Friday, July 15, 2016 at 2:11 pmLove the pop of purple using fragrant lavender! Pinning this pretty arrangement!
Stacey Keeling says
Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 9:39 pmThese are lovely and simple…the best kind.
Happy Thoughts of Home. Pinning.
Charmaine says
Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at 7:28 amDaisies are one of my favorite flowers. I love the the idea to use little glass containers and put several on a tray. So pretty and welcoming in an entry way.
Linda says
Monday, July 4, 2016 at 9:57 pmWe had a great 4th celebration. Thanks for this tutorial. I have daisies and our grocery store has a expanded selection of herbs these days. Mine are not quite ready for vases! And of course blue mason jars. Linda
Carole says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 10:04 pmHello Ann,
Happy July 4th to you and your family. I ALWAYS enjoy your posts and look forward to the next one. Your links are always interesting, too. Thanks for what you do.
Nancy says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 4:16 pmLove that everything you used is outside in my garden and/or yard! Thanks for sharing another great but simple and easy decorating idea!
Cindy N. says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 1:41 pmLOVE LOVE LOVE
Thx !!!
Peggy says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 12:56 pmLove the simplicity and whimsy of these sweet little bouquets, especially in the blue canning jars. And did I miss a post? I really like your new format.
Nan, Odessa, DE says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 10:50 amSince you have answered so many of my questions, and your icebox cakes are my favorite, I will give you a hint about lavender.
Lavender comes from the Mediterranean. Most of the US gets much more rain in a year than the area of lavender. HA! HA!
It should be planted in full sun (South), WELL drained soil (add sand and mound the dirt) and NEVER WATER.
Plan placement of lavender and prepare soil before planting. Don’t even plant near other plants that need to be watered.
Enjoy!
Waiting for your next posting!
Happy 4th.
Jan says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 10:33 amSo beautiful and I can almost smell them!
Kathleen G says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 9:28 amLooks summery fresh! Have a sparkly 4th! Kathleen in Az
Renee says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 9:23 amLove it Ann! Thanks for the ideas! I am having family over today and I am going to make some arrangements and put them on a silver tray too!
P.S. I am also making your strawberry shortcake for the 4th of July. It has become a favorite recipe!
Happy 4th of July!
Penny at The Comforts of Home says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 8:46 amI bet it smells wonderful at your house! I love the sweet simple arrangements. Happy 4th weekend!
Debrashoppeno5 says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 8:09 amThe arrangements looks so fresh and summerlike. I wish I could keep herbs alive like you do. I love how you created the vignettes around the house.
Lisa says
Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 7:39 amI just did the same thing for a party in my yard. I used some daisies, some queen Annes lace and some weeds that had teeny tiny berries on it. I got several compliments and it’s fun to decorate without spending a cent!