Flowers are really popular to send to loved ones on special occasions such as Valentines Day, Mother’s Day, weddings, and anniversaries. Even offices and homes use them for decorations to make the place livelier and more comfortable. What makes these gifts of nature so great is that they look and smell fantastic. They have unique shapes, bright colors, and they have the most wonderful smells only nature can give.
The downside? Fresh flowers don’t stay fresh for long especially if you don’t take care of them properly. Not everyone are florists and gardeners, but here are some surefire ways to make flower arrangements you receive last a little longer:
- If you receive flowers that are in a box, act as quick as you can. Drench them in water, or preferably in floral foam or flower food solution. These can be bought from 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. Simply mix 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 Sprite or 7-Up in half a gallon of water The acid in the soda will slow down growth of bacteria 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 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 will 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 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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