Last Updated on August 14, 2020 by Ellen Christian
Do you know how to make your cut flowers last longer? It’s the height of summer and one of my favorite parts of summer is the flowers growing out in our yard. I love bringing cut flowers inside so I can enjoy the blossoms and colors throughout the house. It never seems like cut flowers last as long as I want them to but I have found a few tips and tricks to make them last longer. This post contains affiliate links, and I will receive compensation if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.
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How to Make Your Cut Flowers Last Longer
The longer I can make my flowers last, the less frequently I need to cut them. That means that the flowers I’ve planted outside can stay outside to brighten up my yard.
Cut Early
Cut garden flowers early in the morning before the sun has had a chance to dry out the petals. The higher the moisture content of your flower when you cut it, the longer it will stay fresh.
Remove Leaves
When arranging flowers, remove any leaves or greenery that will be below the water line in your glass vases. If you leave them below the water line, they will rot. Remove any dying flowers as soon as you notice them. Dying flowers will cause other flowers around them to die.
Cut at an Angle
Don’t cut the stems straight across when you cut them. Instead, cut them on a 45 45-degreegle and they’ll last longer. Use a sharp pair of floral scissors
to get the best cut.
Add Bleach
Add one tablespoon of bleach to each quart of water that you use. It will kill any bacteria, keep the water clear and prevent the water from stinking. Change the water every single day. Rinse the stems in cold fresh water and refill the vase.
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Avoid Direct Sun
Never place flowers in direct sunlight, heat or in front of a fan. All of these can cause flowers to wilt faster. Instead, place the flowers in an area that gets dappled sunlight or partial shade.
Choose the Best Vase
Use the correct size vase for the flower height. A larger flower will flop over the top of mini glass vases and may cause the stem to break. Small blooms will fall below the top of the vase in a very tall vase.
Add Flower Food
To be sure your cut flowers stay fresh as long as possible, you’ll want to add flower food
to the water. Your flowers will need nutrients to stay healthy.
How do you make your cut flowers last longer?
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