Fresh Cut Flower Aftercare Instructions
Flower Care
Clean your vase thoroughly. ...
Fill the vase two-thirds with fresh, lukewarm water and add your flower food. ...
Remove any foliage that will sit below the waterline to avoid build-up of debris. ...
Trim about 2-3cm from the bottom of the stems at a 45-degree angle. ...
Change the water regularly after the second day.
Fill the vase two-thirds with fresh, lukewarm water and add your flower food. ...
Remove any foliage that will sit below the waterline to avoid build-up of debris. ...
Trim about 2-3cm from the bottom of the stems at a 45-degree angle. ...
Change the water regularly after the second day.
Sugar will provide nourishment to the flowers, while acid can keep the pH level low to reduce wilting and help the flowers absorb water better. The most common antibacterial products used for fresh flowers are bleach and spirits, such as vodka or gin.
How do you keep cut flowers from dying?
The most simple, yet least followed, tip to keep your flowers alive: Change the water! Add a small mixture of aspirin and sugar to the water, along with some type of antibacterial agent like vodka, vinegar or even a little bleach. Just a ¼ of a teaspoon is all you need. Drop a copper penny in the vase.
Why is bleach good for flowers?
Watering cut flowers with bleach is one of the secrets to keeping your flower arrangements looking fresher, longer. It also helps prevent your water from getting cloudy, and inhibits bacteria growth, both of which can cause your flowers to lose their freshness.