A Few Tips To Help Keep Flower Arrangements Fresh
Flowers are really popular to send to loved ones on special occasions such as Valentines Day, Mother’s Day, weddings, and anniversaries. Places such as offices and homes are more comfortable and lively when flowers are used as decorations. These gifts of nature smell and look fantastic, which makes them so great. They have unique shapes, bright colours, and they have the most wonderful smells only nature can give.
The downside is that flowers tend to wilt prematurely if you don’t take care of them well. Not everyone are florists and gardeners, but here are some surefire tips that could make bouquets you receive last a little longer:
- If you receive flowers that aren’t in water, act as fast as possible. Drench them in water, or preferably in floral foam or flower food solution. These can be provided by your florist.
- Remember to always use a clean vase with enough space, and use clear water every day. Once the flower food solution or water becomes cloudy, replace it all right away.
- 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. Mix well and you have flower food. If these ingredients are unavailable, try mixing a 12-ounce can of clear, non-diet soda (like 7-Up or Sprite) with half a gallon of water. The soda’s acidity will slow bacteria growth in the water, while the sugar will “feed” the flowers.
- 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 underwater to allow more water absorption instead of air. A 45-degree angle stem cut will also improve the plants’ liquid absorption.
- Generally, some flowers last longer than others. Once they wilt, take them from the vase.
- Remove any leaves that go below the vase’s waterline, 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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