If you want to enjoy the view of the bouquet for a long time, you must take proper care of it both before putting it in the vase and later. We can use proven home methods that will keep our cuts fresh and beautiful for many days.
After receiving the bouquet, before putting it in a vase, First of all, we must thoroughly clean it of leaves on the lower part of the stem. Then cut the stem at a strong angle, using a suitably sharp tool that will cut and not crush it. Thanks to this action, we will increase the surface through which water will enter.
In addition, if we see any withered petals or leaves, we should also remove them. Let’s also remember to choose the right vessel for our flowers. It is not good for them to crowd into a small vessel where they will have to fight for access to fresh water.
Therefore, you should choose a vase that will provide them with enough space to be placed loosely. IN In addition, make sure to wash the vase before placing it in it to get rid of microorganisms that could negatively affect the freshness of the bouquet.
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To extend the durability of our bouquet, Let’s also make sure to properly place the vase with flowers. Do not place it in very sunny places. In addition, cut plants will feel best at temperatures of around 18-21 degrees Celsius.
Let us also make sure that the water in the vase was always fresh and replaced regularly. Remember to wash the vase thoroughly every time you replace it. Let’s also not forget that water should be poured into the vessel at room temperature. It is a good idea to boil it or let it stand beforehand. The flowers should be immersed in it up to about 1/3 of the height of their stems.
However, when you notice that the flowers are starting to wither, it is worth increasing their water absorption area. This should be done by pricking the stems immersed in water with a pin. Let’s also not forget about proper nutrition of our bouquet. For this purpose, we can buy ready-made products or use home remedies. Oto one:
- Money in the water – just throw a copper coin into the vase to keep the stems fresh for a longer time.
- Sugar – it is natural food for flowers and strengthens their condition. It’s worth mixing it with vinegarto additionally prevent the growth of bacteria.
- Aspirin – just grate half an aspirin tablet and add it to the water with flowers. It has a bactericidal effect and additionally increases the acidity of the water.
