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Tips That Can Make Your Bouquets Last
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by: ClaireSilva
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Flowers are one of the meaningful gifts and liveliest decorations for nearly any occasion, all year 'round. Even offices and homes use them for decorations to make the place more lively and less plain. These gifts of nature look and smell amazing, which makes them so great. They have bright colors, unique shapes, and they have the most wonderful scents only nature can provide.
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 ways to extend the life of your bouquets:
- 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 purchased 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. Just add 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 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 like 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 will last longer than others in the arrangement. Once they wilt, take them from the arrangement.
- Remove leaves that will be under 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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