Nicole has recently added it to her perennial cut-flower line-up ... Apricot Giant' or 'Apricot Beauty' which has touches of pink. Be sure to choose the right vase for your home-grown blooms ...

These delightful flowers burst with cheerful blooms in vibrant shades, from white to purple to pink. They're perfect ... are consistently warm, says flower farmer Julia Keel.

In April we begin to eagerly anticipate that glorious array of color, form and scent that flowers provide. I love cut flowers ...