You are presented with luxurious bouquets, or perhaps you spend considerable sums on flowers, but instead of admiring their beauty, the very next day you throw the faded splendor into the trash?
The secret to the longevity of flowers lies in the details that are not written about in open sources.
For example, did you know that metal scissors are the main enemy of freshness?
They pinch the stems, blocking water from reaching the buds. Always use a sharp knife and cut the stems at a 45 degree angle, and do this under running water.
This will prevent air from getting into the plant's "vessels", which causes the flowers to "suffocate".
But even a perfect cut won’t save the bouquet if the water in the vase turns into a swamp.
Add a teaspoon of sugar to it - this will feed the flowers, and a drop of bleach - it will kill bacteria.
However, if you notice that roses or tulips have started to droop, immediately carry out “shock therapy”.
Place the stems in boiling water for 30 seconds, then place them in ice water. The heat will expand the capillaries, and the cold will “seal” them, restoring the elasticity of the flowers.
Another secret: aspirin. Crush the tablet and add it to water - salicylic acid acts as a preservative.
And never place the vase next to fruit! Apples, bananas and even tomatoes emit ethylene, a gas that accelerates the ripening and... aging of flowers.
If you want to prolong the life of your bouquet, choose hybrid varieties.
For example, Avalanche roses or Santana chrysanthemums cost 2-3 times longer than regular ones.
When buying, pay attention to the leaves: if they are dull or have brown edges, the flower has already begun to die.
And the last piece of advice: change the water every two days, but don't just add fresh water, rinse the vase completely. The remains of old water are a breeding ground for bacteria.
