How to Care Flowers

Flower Care Tips

Most floral arrangements last 4-7 days or longer, depending on the flowers used and the care they receive. The Society of American Florists provides these tips for longer-lasting, more vibrant flowers:

For floral arrangements

• Keep the vase filled (or floral foam soaked) with water containing a flower food provided by your florist. Flower foods make flowers last longer but it is important to follow the mixing directions on the flower food packet. Most packets are to be mixed with either a pint or a quart of water. Flower foods should not be diluted with more water than is specified on the packet.
• If the flower food solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely with properly mixed flower food solution. If possible, re-cut stems by removing one to two inches with a sharp knife. Be sure to use a sharp knife or clippers that will not crush the stems. Immediately place the stems into solution.
• Keep flowers in a cool spot (65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit), away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, directly under ceiling fans, or on top of televisions or radiators. (Appliances like televisions give off heat, which causes flowers to dehydrate.) Most flowers will last longer under cool conditions.

For loose bunches or boxed flowers

• Keep your flowers in a cool place until you can get them in a flower food solution. Don't forget how important it is to follow the mixing directions on the flower food packet.
• Fill a clean (washed with a detergent or antibacterial cleaning solution), deep vase with water and add a flower food from your florist.
• Remove leaves that will be below the waterline. Leaves in water will promote bacterial microbial growth that may limit water uptake by the flower.
• Re-cut stems by removing one to two inches with a sharp knife. Place the flowers in the vase solution you've prepared.

Selecting Flowers

• When selecting flowers, look for flowers with upright, firm petals and buds beginning to open. Yellow, spotted or drooping leaves are signs of age.
• When using woody stems and branches (such as quince, forsythia or lilac), cut the stem with sharp pruning shears. Place them in warm water containing fresh flower food to promote flower opening. 

More Information 

Flowers are one of nature's most beautiful gifts. Having a floral green thumb can take a little patience but with practice and persistence, over time you'll become a perfect flower gardener.

Steps to Take Care Flowers

1. Water flowers regularly. It is important to get the watering balance right - don't over water or the flowers might rot. Don't underwater or they might not get enough and wilt and die. It is very important to know the requirements of your type of flower. Flowers differ according to where they originated from, whether they are a cold or hot climate species, whether they prefer shade or sun, what sort of soil type they prefer, etc.
2. Give flowers the right place in the garden. Some flowers require full sun, some prefer partial, or even full shade. Make the most of your house to provide these needs - use the sunny side for sun-lovers and the shady side for shade-dwellers.
3. Plant them in good, suitable soil with plenty of compost for nutrition, mulch for water retention and space to grow. Many flowers do brilliantly in pots, so if you don't have a lot of space, purchase flowers that bloom well in confined spaces. Again, it's really important to know the needs for your flower types; some prefer more fertilizing than others, some hate wet feet, others need lots of watering, some cope with soggy soils while others need great drainage. Some flowers are almost indestructible, while others are very delicate. It pays to grow strong flowers when you're a beginner gardener!
4. Keep pets and other animals away from flowers. Animals with a desire to munch your flowers will spoil them. Worse still, if the flowers are poisonous, your pet might become sick.
5. Remember to take care of them regularly. Well-tended flowers will last a long time and produce wonderful blooms for you.

 



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