Blooming Branches

Styled by Taylor Bennett
Photograph by Kelly Moore Clark

Taylor Bennett created a beautiful display of blooming branches sourced from nature. Here’s some tips on how to create an elegant arrangement to your space.

TIPS:
Find branches that have buds that are not fully in bloom (Taylor used Quince branches, Forsythia and Magnolia liliiflora.) Using snips, cut the branch flush to adjoining branch. Next, cut a 1-inch slit in each branch bottom and smash the ends (this will allow water in). Soak the branches in room-temperature water for a few hours and remove any buds that may be submerged. Style the branches as desired. Make sure to change the water daily and keep from direct sunlight.