Flowers are one of the meaningful gifts and liveliest decorations for nearly any occasion, all year ’round. Places such as homes and offices are more lively and comfortable when flowers are used as decorations. What makes these gifts of nature so great is that they smell and look amazing. They have bright colours, unique shapes, and they have the most wonderful scents only nature can provide.
The downside? Fresh flowers don’t stay fresh for long especially if you don’t take care of them properly. Not all of us 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 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 or floral foam 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 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. Mix well and you have flower food. If these ingredients are unavailable, try mixing a 12-ounce can of clear, non-diet soda (like 7-Up or Sprite) with half a gallon of water. The acid in the soda will slow bacteria growth 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 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.
- Generally, some flowers last longer than others. Once they wilt, take them out of the vase.
- Get rid of leaves that will be below the waterline of the vase, 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, to avoid premature dehydration and wilting.
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