Hand Bouquets Edition
Follow this simple steps to show your roses some love
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Cut stems diagonally. By cutting the stems diagonally, the flowers can get as much water as they need. Avoid using scissors when cutting stems. A non-serrated knife would be a better choice when getting this done, and make sure the knife is sharp and not dull.
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Don’t let the leaves touch the water. Leaves touching water can make it easier for algae and fungi to form. Cut the leaves that are too close to the water.
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Replace the water every 2-3 days. Dirty water is another way for algae and fungi to form. Keep the water clean and fresh. It is very common for people to use the same water for the life of their flower bouquet. By making the extra effort to maintain clean and fresh water, your flowers will thrive.
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Don’t deform the flowers and stems. Try your best not to bend or break the stems of the flowers. You want to be as gentle as possible with your lovely flowers.
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Avoid direct sunlight. Some plants love the sun. However, when flowers are already cut, direct sunlight can cause them to wilt. Don’t place them too close to the heater or AC system. Extreme temperatures are not good for your flowers.
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Do a Little Pruning. Make sure to remove any dead leaves, and always remove any dead flowers from the arrangement. This will not only look better aesthetically, but will make for a healthier arrangement.
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Fruits and Cigarette Smoke. What do fruit and cigarettes have in common? Fortunately, not very much! But one thing they do, is they both emit ethylene gas, and this can be harmful to flowers, so keep your bouquet away from fruit and cigarette smoke.
