Alstroemeria lilies are beautiful flowers that are popular, inexpensive, and widely available.  To help you pronounce the name properly, think "I'll-still-marry-ya". What's also great about alstros is that they last a long time - easily up to 2 weeks, sometimes longer.  As always, be sure to keep the water full and refreshed.  They come in a variety of colors from reds and oranges to several shades of pink.  The alstroemeria lilies seen here were part of a "3 bunches for $10" purchase at the supermarket.  This white variety is called "Virginia".  A great value, easy to arrange, and simply beautiful all by themselves.

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Simple, Elegant Table Top

A collection of small groupings of flowers make an eye-catching centerpiece, even on a large table.  You don't have to be an experienced florist to quickly arrange them, and what a great way to show off interesting assorted containers.  Note the interesting miniature "pitchers" and vases seen in this photo.

Go Green

Fresh cut greens, usually used to compliment flowers as "filler" in arrangements, can be gorgeous as the featured stars.  Furthermore, they're economical.  Greens are usually less expensive than flowers.  And of course you can cut greens from the bushes in your own yard!