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Flowers should stand roughly one and a half to two times the height of the vase. Tall, straight stems such as tulips or delphiniums suit a cylinder, while loose, generous bunches want a narrower neck that holds them upright, as a florist would. For a single stem, choose a bud vase so it does not look lost.

Choose a vase that stands as an object in its own right, with a sculptural shape, a textured or reactive glaze or an unusual colour, and group it with one or two others of differing heights. A single branch or a few dried stems add height without the upkeep of fresh flowers.

Glass shows off stems and clear water, which suits simple, architectural flowers. Ceramic and stoneware conceal the stems and bring colour and texture of their own. If you plan to use a ceramic vase with fresh flowers, make sure it is glazed inside or described as watertight, as some decorative pieces are not.

Start with a clean vase, trim stems at an angle and remove any leaves that would sit below the water line. Change the water every two days and re-trim the stems. Keep the vase away from direct sun, radiators and fruit bowls, as ripening fruit releases gases that shorten flowers' lives.

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