Clean your vase
Some soap and water will remove any bacteria or fungi that might ruin your flowers
Use warm water
It’s best to use water that is around 110 degrees Fahrenheit and has been degassed. Fill the clean vase with the warm water and let it sit for a few minutes so all the air bubbles can escape
Feed your flowers
Add the packet of flower food that came with the flowers. It has bleach to fight off microbes, citric acid to promote water uptake, and sugar to keep your flowers looking fresh
Cut the stems
Hold the stems under running water and cut them at a 45 degree angle. This creates a wide opening to the xylem (where the flowers drink up water) and keeps air bubbles to a minimum so they don’t block the water pathways
Keep fruit away
Fruit produces ethylene, which tells a plant to ripen, and that will shorten the life span of your flowers
Keep your flowers cool
Try to store your flowers somewhere that isn’t too warm. If you’re leaving the house for a day or two, stick your flowers in the fridge (away from fruit). The cold reduces microbial growth and the metabolic rate of your flowers, extending their life
Flowers don’t last forever, but these tips will at least earn you a few extra days with them.
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