How to care for a bouquet of flowers?

Fresh flowers, cut from the garden or store bought, can be a wonderful addition to your home decor. However, in order for them to retain their freshness and beauty for as long as possible, you need to follow a few simple rules for caring for cut flowers.

 

 

Before cutting flowers, make sure they are well developed and healthy. Choose flowers with bright petals and no signs of wilting. In addition, it is important to choose the right vase. It should be tall and wide enough for the flowers, but not too big.

 

 

Before you place the flowers in a vase, you need to cut off the lower leaves and branches. This will help prevent water and bacteria from decomposing in the vase. You also need to cut the stems at an angle under cold water to increase the water absorption area.

 

 

Fill the vase about a third full with cold water. Add a sachet of flower preservative, which you can buy at the store. The preservative will help keep the flowers fresh and prolong their life.

 

 

Arrange the flowers in the vase so that they do not touch each other. This will allow them to breathe better and keep them fresh. Also, make sure the stems are deep enough in the water so they can absorb it.

 

 

Change the water in the vase every 2-3 days to prevent water and bacteria from decomposing. When changing the water, cut off the ends of the stems under cold water. If the flowers begin to wilt, cut off the stems and soak them in hot water for 10-15 minutes. This will help restore the turgor of flowers.

 

By following these simple rules, you can preserve the freshness and beauty of your cut flowers.

 

 

While most flowers require only basic care, some varieties may require extra attention. Here are some examples:

 

Carnation. This flower can quickly rot if the withered petals and leaves are not removed. It is also advisable to change the water in the vase every day.

 

Lilies. Lilies are very sensitive to temperature changes and can dry out quickly. To prevent this, place them in a cool place and avoid direct sunlight. It is also recommended to remove dust from the leaves and petals so they can breathe.

 

Orchids. Orchids can be quite demanding to care for, especially if you want them to bloom for as long as possible. To do this, it is necessary to provide them with the right lighting, maintain an optimal level of humidity in the air and use special fertilizers for orchids.

 

Roses. Roses are very sensitive to temperature changes and can dry out quickly if they don't get enough water. In addition, the stems of roses need to be trimmed regularly and the water in the vase changed every few days.

 

Tulips. Tulips can stretch quickly if they don't get enough light. To prevent this, put them in a bright spot and rotate the vase every day to ensure even lighting. It is also advisable not to keep tulips near fruits, which can release ethylene gas, causing the flowers to wilt.

 

 

See also: Types of orchids