Florist reveals a simple trick to make bouquets last much longer
Translated from Croatian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.
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- Florist Marija says cutting stems at about a 45-degree angle, rather than straight across, can help cut flowers last longer.
- Regularly changing the vase water, rinsing the vase and removing leaves below the waterline can also help slow deterioration.
- The technique may add several days of freshness, although it will not dramatically extend a bouquetโs life.
The secret to keeping a bouquet looking freshly picked may not be aspirin, sugar or commercial flower preservatives. Florist Marija says the key is to cut each stem at about a 45-degree angle instead of cutting it straight across.
Marija, who has years of experience and owns two flower shops, also recommends changing the vase water regularly. Rinsing the vase before refilling it can help maintain cleaner conditions for the flowers.
Leaves on stems, including rose stems, should be removed before the flowers go into the vase. If leaves remain submerged, they can encourage bacteria and speed up the bouquetโs decline. Commercial products may work, but some can be unsafe for children and pets.
The method will not transform the lifespan of cut flowers, but it may provide a few extra days of enjoyment. The fleeting nature of a bouquet, the article concludes, is part of its charm.
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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