It's definitely still summer time outside, and the thick heady scent of perfumed blossoms make the outdoors an intoxicating place to be on our evening walks. As much as I enjoy the flowers outside, I can never resist the urge to bring them back indoors with me. Even a single blossom just lights up a whole space. I loved the artful arranging in this editorial, it just shows you don't need a fancy vase to show off summer flowers, just keep it simple and let the blooms speak for themselves.
Here are a few tips from Style at Home on keeping your blooms looking fresh and lasting longer:
1 Choose stems with buds that are just beginning to open; full blooms mean the plant is nearing the end of its life. Make sure leaves are shiny, not dull.
2 Cut stems at a 45-degree angle before placing flowers in a container to increase water intake and extend their lifespan. Use a sharp knife or scissors; a dull blade can injure stems and keep them from getting nutrients.
3 Strip the lower leaves, ensuring none are below water level, which can promote bacteria growth.
4 Use lukewarm water for most flowers. Change water every two days.
5 Keep your bouquet longer by adding floral food. Mix one teaspoon lemon or lime juice, a teaspoon sugar and a few drops of bleach for each litre of water.
{Photos: Virginia McDonald for Style at Home, article text by Sandra MacGregor}
3 comments:
Those are such a wonderful tips,sweetie...Im surely going to use them:) Thank you:) I love those flowers and I always make sure to have some in my house:)
Kisses my lovely
Thanks for the tips!
I can't remember what TV show I saw it on, but they said that if you put a penny in with your tulips as well as some vodka it will keep them from wilting.
I've heard that one too - it's funny that vodka makes tulips stand up straight, it has the opposite effect on me...