How to Keep Your New Flowers Healthy

Flowers are some of the most popular decorative items in the world for many reasons. For example, according to a survey by We Love Florists, the second-most-popular reason people like fresh flowers is their smell. Keeping your floral arrangements fresh using the tips below will ensure that they smell great, live longer than usual, and provide a beautiful style for your needs. Let's take a look at how you can accomplish these goals.

Snip Them Regularly

Did you know that flowers need regular trimming to stay healthy? That's because trimming helps to clear out their vascular system and draws water and nutrients up more effectively. Cutting your flowers regularly also helps to get rid of air in the stems that may also block absorption. Use sharp scissors to remove one-half-inch from the stems to get rid of these air bubbles.

Keep Your Flowers in Water

Immediately after trimming your flowers, place them in water fairly quickly. Experts state that this process helps to keep them healthy by bringing fresh water into the damaged areas. Furthermore, it stimulates growth and improves their overall style. So, when cutting flowers for a new floral arrangement, always get them into the water quickly, which should be within a few minutes of the cut.

Use the Proper Water Temperature

Avoid hot or cold water and keep your flower's hydration at room temperature. However, there are a few exceptions to this rule: some fresh flowers, like tulips, daffodils, or anemones, need cooler water because they flower during colder months. Try to check the water regularly to keep its temperature at a level that keeps your arrangements healthy and avoid damaging their roots and killing them.

Other Tips to Consider

Try to remove any below-water foliage in the vase water because they'll rot and potentially damage your flowers. Furthermore, put your arrangements in cool areas away from heating ducts and vents to avoid drying them up. Change the soil if the acid level is too high for them as well.

By following these simple steps, you can enjoy fresh flowers for a long time and keep your arrangements attractive and stylish. Make sure that you reach out for help if you feel uncomfortable with any of these steps. Doing so can ensure that you keep your flowers fresh, catch any potential problems, and get the support that you deserve.