Handy Guide To Keeping Flowers Fresh For Longer

Why Bloom Care Makes All The Difference

There's nothing like a bouquet of flowers to brighten your mood and spruce up your home! Plus, it's also one of the most special and heartfelt gifts we can receive on special occasions.

Sadly, we all know that flowers don't last forever. But with a little initiative and a good deal of TLC, you can keep your dear blossoms fresh and blooming for longer!

We've provided a simple guideline to help you sustain your beloved flowers' vibrance for a long time. Enjoy your lovely bouquet to the fullest by following these simple steps!

Clean your vase

Containers accumulate a lot of dust and debris that can make your water cloudy and affect your flowers. Even if your vase is newly-bought, make sure to wash it for safety.

Cleaning your vase is actually effortless and cheap - you'll have everything you need at home! Just wash with hot water, a lid of bleach, and let it dry.

Another DIY cleaning solution is a salt and vinegar paste. Simply mix a tablespoon of salt with a tablespoon of vinegar, spread the mixture to your vase with a clean cloth or brush, and let it set for half an hour. Afterwards, wipe it off until all residue is removed, rinse out with lukewarm water, and leave to dry.

Add flower food

Yup, you read it right: cut flowers need food, too! It allows them to blossom in full health and helps avoid infections that can reduce their lifespan.

Flower food has three elements: 1) citric acid, which balances the pH level of water for tip-top health; 2) sugar, which boosts their energy; and 3) bleach, which inhibits fungi and bacterial growth.

Your local nursery or online stores may have flower food packets readily available. But if you prefer to make your own at home, the recipe is easy to follow! All you need is 1 quart of water, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of bleach, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.

There are also loads of alternatives to this recipe! Clear soda, apple cider vinegar, and even vodka have been proven to be successful at nourishing flowers.

Prune away

Leaves and foliage that are left on the stems and soaked in water will rot right away, introducing bacteria to your flowers which can cause disease and infection.

So it's a good idea to prune your flowers before placing them in your vase and make sure that there are no leaves below the waterline.

Cut stems

One of the top tips for keeping flowers fresh is to cut their stems! This technique creates a larger opening at the bottom of the stem, allowing your blooms to absorb more water and delay wilting.

Simply cut an inch from the stems at a 45-degree angle. It's important to be cautious, though! Bad cutting techniques can easily lead to crushed stems which keep your flowers from absorbing water

To prevent this, avoid using dull scissors or blades. Use a sharp knife or sharp shears instead for a guaranteed smooth and clean cut.

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