A Few Tips To Help Flowers Last
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 homes and offices are more lively and comfortable when flowers are used as decorations. These gifts of nature smell and look amazing, which makes them so great. They have unique shapes, bright colors, and they have the most wonderful smells only nature can give.
The only problem is that flowers tend to wilt prematurely if you don’t take care of them right. Not all of us are florists and gardeners, here are some tips that could extend the life of your bouquets:
- Whenever possible, use flower food or floral foam in your vases instead of just water. These can be purchased from and/or provided by your florist.
- If the flower food solution turns cloudy, replace it completely. Same goes for those who are using only water; replacing it daily with fresh water is a must.
- No flower foam or flower food? Make your own! Simply mix 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 Sprite or 7-Up) with half a gallon of water. The acid in the soda will slow bacteria growth in the water, while the sugar will “feed” the flowers.
- Re-cut stems using a cutting tool that will not crush the stems such as a sharp knife, pruning shears, or even a good pair of scissors. 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.
- Some flowers actually last longer than others in the bouquet. Once they begin to wilt, remove them from the vase.
- Get rid of 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, to avoid premature dehydration and wilting.
Check out the the best florist from Online Singapore flower shop.
