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Blogger Pendergrass, GA on Jul 23, 2012

How I turned spent Daylily Stems into Pretty Outdoor Decor

Have you ever wondered what to do with the spent stems once your Day lilies flower? In the past I have always picked them and tossed them aside. I then had an idea to pick them, trim the bottoms and spray paint them. After drying I placed them in an container and placed them on the patio outside. Great way to add more color to a space and interest! For full details on this project visit http://topthistopthat.blogspot.com/2012/07/a...

20 Comments

Miriam I New York, NY

That is so clever!

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 1
Jeanette S Atlanta, GA

My, my...who would have thunk it! Soooo cute!

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 1
Becky Blair, NE

What a neat idea Laura! It looks very interesting.

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 1
TopThisTopThat Pendergrass, GA

I thought If i have to put the effort in pull them , since they are so unsightly when they die down, I might as well make them pretty!:)

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
Becky Blair, NE

And you did just that Laura. I never would have thought to paint dried stems. Love the color you chose too.

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
Lori J Broken Bow, NE

Oh, neat idea. I am always loving the red stems at Christmas, but they are pricey...and I have lots of spent lilies.

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
Becky Blair, NE

I wonder if spent coral belles stems would work? They're not quite as sturdy....

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
At The Picket Fence Florence, KY

Such a great idea! I'm going to go share this on our Facebook page right now! :-) ~Vanessa

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
Carol S Greenville, RI

I could mix them in with my Yucca stalks they are 6' tall ( :

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
Margaret M Belfair, WA

I was just wandering around my yard today looking at things that I could work into floral arrangements. Thanks for sharing!

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
Linda H Washington, IA

I have seen those and other 'spent' tall stems braided in a garden. Was really different.

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
TopThisTopThat Pendergrass, GA

Margaret- these would be excellent in floral arrangements and so versatile with color choices.

on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
Somewhat Quirky Grosse Pointe, MI

Incredible idea. Those lilies do get ugly and require a lot of clean up. You might as well get something good out of it!

on Jul 24, 2012 · Like 0
Douglas Hunt New Smyrna Beach, FL

I've always thought the spent scapes were rather sculptural, but never thought to capitalize on them.

on Jul 24, 2012 · Like 1
Beverly L Norfolk, VA

Oh, the things we throw away, but could have used...TKS for sharing this great idea.

on Jul 24, 2012 · Like 0
Debra B Beaver Dam, WI

this is a great idea. how long do you think they would they last? what about bring in for the winter? would they last ?

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 0
Jean Antosh

Just this morning I passed the large path of lilies that have gone byand thought it was time to dispose of those stems. Change of plans......cut and save......LOVE this idea.

on Jul 28, 2012 · Like 0
Bernice H Yakima, WA

Just getting here...great idea! I will remember this! They should be poking their heads up soon.

on Feb 13, 2013 · Like 0
Bernice H Yakima, WA

Miriam I miriam miriam...what are we gonna do with you? Ok, this idea here is easy peasy..bring some SPRING in your room at least, I can't be patient much longer! This idea is super easy, get some green STICKS ....you dont even have to water them, use a pail or bucket..tada! I am banging my head against the wall here! Loving you! ♥♥♥ by the way, do you have a nighttime picture of the view out your window?

on Feb 28, 2013 · Like 0
Gail Salminen Canada

TopThisTopThat - Melissa, this is so neat. I have an old milk can that this would be perfect for. Thanks for the great idea - I am so going to do this.

on Mar 20, 2013 · Like 0