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Tips That Can Make Your Bouquets Last
By Mark Silva on December 19, 2009 |
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Flowers are really popular to send to loved ones on special occasions such as Valentines Day, Mother's Day, weddings, and anniversaries. Even homes and offices use them for decorations to make the place more lively and less plain. What makes these gifts of nature so great is that they look and smell fantastic. They have bright colors, unique shapes, and they have the most wonderful scents only nature can give.
The only problem? 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 tips that could make flower arrangements 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 bought from your florist.
- If the flower food solution turns cloudy, replace it all. Same goes for those who are using only water; replacing it daily with fresh water is a must.
- If floral foam 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. 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 down growth of bacteria in the water, while the sugar will feed the plant.
- Re-cut stems using a cutting tool that will not crush the stems. A sharp knife, pruning shears, or even a good pair of scissors can do. Cut the stems underwater to allow more water absorption instead of air. A 45-degree angle stem cut can also improve liquid absorption of the plants.
- Some flowers actually last longer than others in the bouquet. Once they wilt, take them out of the arrangement.
- Get rid of any leaves that go under the vase's waterline, to lessen bacteria growth in the water.
- Keep flowers in a cool, dry spot, in approximately 65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit. It is recommended to keep them away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, directly under ceiling fans, or on top of televisions or radiators. Failing to do so will cause your flowers to dehydrate and make them wilt prematurely. |
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