You may be concerned about preserving your beautiful flowers after purchasing a bouquet for a loved one or for yourself. The good news is that you're already ahead of the game because you started with high-quality, farm-fresh flowers. From My Flowers you’ll always get newly cut flowers. By following a few simple tips and tactics, you'll be able to preserve flowers in the best possible circumstances and keep your flowers looking beautiful for as long as possible.
Begin With a Clean Container
Bacterias and fungus are two of the most common causes of flower fading. As a result, one of the most crucial aspects of keeping your flowers fresh is avoiding these hazardous microorganisms. And it all begins with the vase.
Whether you're starting with a new vase or an old one, you should properly clean it before using it. When you clean a flower vase properly, you destroy any germs and fungus that might harm your fresh flowers.
Clean Your Stems
Remove any leaves or buds that will be submerged in water; otherwise, they may decay and introduce bacteria into the water. If leaves are left in water, they will deteriorate and attract bacteria. However, keep in mind that the blooms need the leaves on the stem to help with their hydration process so don’t remove all the stems to prevent bacterial growth.
Give Your Stems a Fresh Cut
Naturally, it's helpful to know how to preserve flowers after you receive your bouquet! To begin, cut each stem at a 45º angle with a sharp, clean pair of scissors. Your flowers will be able to absorb as much water as possible thanks to this.
Feed Your Blooms
It's time to get your water ready after completing the previous stages. The size of your container is the main determinant of how much bleach you add to your water to maintain the freshness of the flower. According to certain florist recipes, you should add 1/4 teaspoon of bleach to every quart of water; alternative recipes call for combining three drops of bleach with one teaspoon of sugar.
Filling Vase With the Right Amount of Water
The level of water you use also affects how long your flowers last. Your flowers will have plenty of water to drink without being drowned if you use the proper amount of water in your vase. As a general rule, fill your vase halfway to three quarters full of water.
Keep Away From Direct Sunlight
While many flowers thrive in the sun when they're growing, cut flowers don't! Try to keep your blossoms out of direct sunlight as it can harm them. You may always order houseplants for your home to add some greenery to a bright window. Flowers that are exposed to extended direct sunlight dry out more quickly. In strong sunshine, your blossoms may droop, wilt, and wither. It is recommended to keep your Bouq on display in an area with bright but not overly bright lighting to ensure its longevity and freshness.
