cut flowers

Stems in vases

Cut flowers are blooms that have been severed from the plant for decorative display, typically arranged in vases or bouquets.

The term distinguishes them from potted plants or flowers still growing: She picked up cut flowers at the market.

Cut flowers have limited lifespans once separated from their roots.

Related
  • tulipBulbous spring flower
  • roseStood up, or fragrant bloom
  • wiltingLosing turgor and drooping
  • bouquetArranged cluster of blooms
  • lilyTrumpet-shaped garden bloom

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plant state and attachment

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Vegetation in containers

garden flowers · flowering plants · houseplants · bedding plants · perennials

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Imitation blooms from fabric

houseplants · plastic flowers · bedding plants · dried flowers · everlasting flowers

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G