Flowers are one of the meaningful gifts and liveliest decorations for nearly any occasion, all year ’round. Even homes and offices use them for decorations to make the place more lively and more comfortable. These gifts of nature smell and look fantastic, which makes them so great. They have bright colors, unique shapes, and they have the most wonderful scents only nature can provide.
The downside is that flowers tend to wilt prematurely if you don’t take care of them properly. Not all of us are florists and gardeners, but here are some surefire tips that could make bouquets you receive last a little longer:
- If possible, use floral foam or flower food in your vases instead of plain water. These can be purchased from and/or provided by your florist.
- If the floral foam solution becomes cloudy, replace it all. Same goes for those who are using just water; replacing it daily with fresh water is a must.
- If flower food is unavailable, you can make your own makeshift flower freshener. Just add a teaspoon of bleach, a tablespoon of sugar, and a gallon of water. Viola! Your homemade flower food. Some gardening experts even say you can pour a 12-ounce can of non-diet 7-Up or Sprite in half a gallon of water The acid in the soda will slow bacteria growth in the water, while the sugar will “feed” the plant.
- Re-cut your flower stems at a 45-degree angle using a sharp cutting tool, such as a sharp knife, good pair of scissors, or pruning shears. Cut the stems at a 45-degree angle, and do this underwater. This allows the stems to draw in water instead of air and the increased surface area from the 45-degree cut allows for improved water/solution absorption.
- Generally, some flowers last longer than others. Once they begin to wilt, remove them from the vase.
- Remove leaves that will be under the waterline of the vase, to lessen bacteria growth in the water.
- Remember to place your flower arrangement in a cool, dry spot, away from heat. About 65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit is the recommended temperature for flowers, away from heating or cooling vents, directly under ceiling fans, on top of televisions or radiators, and away from direct sunlight. Failing to do so will cause your flowers to dehydrate and make them wilt prematurely.
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