The two questions most people ask when purchasing fresh flowers is:

“How do I take care of my fresh flowers?”
“How long will the cut flowers last?”

Most fresh flower arrangements can last from 4 to 7 days, depending on the type of flowers and the care they receive. A little extra care for your fresh flowers can make a big difference.

Here are a few tips for caring for your floral arrangements.

• Keep any vase or floral foam soaked with water containing flower food.
• If the flower food solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely.
• If possible, re-cut flower stems by removing one or two inches with a sharp knife.
• Remove and leaves that are below the waterline. Leaves in water will promote bacterial growth, causing the flowers to wilt rather quickly.
• Use warm water when adding water to the vase or refilling it.
• Keep fresh flowers in a cool spot (between 65 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit), and away from direct sunlight.
• Avoid placing flowers near heating or cooling vents and areas directly under ceiling fans. Do not store them on top of televisions.
• Appliances such as televisions give off heat causing fresh cut flowers to dehydrate quickly.

Tips for fresh flowers wrapped in bunches.

• If you can’t get the fresh cut flowers into a water and food solution quickly, keep them in a cool place.
• Fill a clean, deep vase or jar with water and add flower food, following any directions on the package.
• Re-cut the flower stems with a sharp knife. Do this under warm water, keeping the stem under the water while cutting. This allows the stems to draw in water instead of air.
• Place the fresh flowers in the solution you prepared.

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