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Three easy ways to create a pretty bouquet

Floral designer and owner of flower shop Coriander Girl Alison Westlake shares her tips to make perfect flower and greenery combos at home.
Photo by Sian Richards Natural garden bouquet; Photo by Sian Richards

These flower and greenery combinations will give you a perfect bouquet every time!

1. Modern monochromatic

Hosta leaves + white echinacea + Queen Anne's lace + Russian sage

2. Country garden

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Purple basil + peegee hydrangea + Japanese anemone

3. Natural garden bouquet (pictured above)

Don't be afraid to throw in some parsley, sage, rosemary or thyme. It's even more beautiful when those herbs flower. Some of the prettiest are basil, dill and, of course, coriander.

Read more: Tips on how to make your fresh cut blooms last longer

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