Red Valentine Carnations

A simple trick of chemistry turns plain white carnations a striking Valentine red.

1. 1

   Cut the stem ends off white carnations on the diagonal.

2. 2

   Fill a vase with warm water and add a few drops of red food coloring.

3. 3

   Place the carnations in the vase.

4. 4

   Watch as the red color slowly seeps up into the petals over the next few hours.