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Stems should stand about one and a half to two times the height of the vase. Tall, straight stems like tulips suit a cylinder, while loose, generous bunches want a narrower neck to hold them upright, as a florist would arrange them. For a single stem, choose a bud vase so it doesn't look lost.

Choose a vase that stands as an object in its own right, with a sculptural shape, textured glaze or unusual color, and group it with one or two others of varying heights. A single branch or a few dried stems adds height without the upkeep of fresh flowers. Sculptural vases also suit bookshelves.

Glass shows off stems and clear water, which suits simple, architectural flowers. Ceramic and stoneware hide stems and bring color and texture of their own. If you'll use a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, make sure it's glazed inside or described as watertight, since some decorative pieces aren't. Glass needs regular cleaning to stay clear.

Start with a clean vase, trim stems at an angle and remove any leaves below the waterline. Change the water every two days and re-trim the stems. Keep the vase away from direct sun, heat vents and fruit bowls, since ripening fruit releases gases that shorten flowers' lives. Flower food helps blooms last longer.

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