Want Your Fresh Flowers to Last Longer? Try These Simple Tips!
1. Give Them a Fresh Cut
Use sharp scissors to snip the stems at an angle. This boosts water absorption by increasing the surface area, keeping your blooms perkier, longer.
2. Straight Into Water
Pop them into a vase filled about ¾ with clean, room-temperature water.
Pro Tip: Add a small splash of bleach, just a capful, to help prevent bacteria growth.
3. Keep Them Hydrated
Check the water daily. Especially on warmer days, flowers drink fast and water can vanish before you know it.
4. No Leaves Below the Waterline
Remove any leaves or plant matter sitting in the water. It keeps things looking tidy and stops bacteria from forming.
5. Refresh & Recut
Every few days, change the water and re-trim the stems. It helps the flowers stay fresh and continue drinking efficiently, just like you'd prefer a fresh glass of water!
6. Skip the Sun
Unlike potted plants, cut flowers don’t need sunlight. In fact, direct sun can dry them out, so place them somewhere cool and shaded.
7. Mind the Temperature
Keep them away from heaters and blasting air conditioners. Gentle, stable temperatures are best.
