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Proper care of the purchased bouquet

Care of flowers

You have received flowers ordered from our online store. But what shall you do to make them leave long life and delight you with their splendor? Our recommendations:

If you have roses, remove thorns and lower leaves and leave 2-3 upper ones;

Make an oblique cut from the bottom while putting the ends of the stem into the water. This will increase the water absorption area;

Put roses into a vase, the height of which is at least half of the length of the stem. Flowers will wither in a day in a small vase;

Pour  a vase with settled water (without chlorine) or boiled one;

To avoid putrefactive bacteria, wash the vase and stems daily with running water and cut the ends of the flowers stem;

It is advisable to dissolve half a tablet of aspirin in a vase, or place a special antibacterial compound bought in a flower store (it shall be changed in 3-5 days);

The floral composition can be prepared by yourself. To do this, in 1 liter of boiled water (20 * C) dissolve 2 tablespoons of sugar and 150 ml of acid: boric, lemon, salicylic.

We recommend:

-3-4 times a day spray them with a spray gun;

- for several hours to put roses in a dark, cool place;

- During the night to put roses with leaves in a bath so that the heads of roses to be above the water;

- Roses quickly die, if there are other flowers in the vase; for example: carnations, lilies of the valley, lilies oppressing them.All the flowers do not like:Direct sunlight; Drafts (air conditioners); Hot and smoke-filled premises; Neighborhood with fruit.

After completing these recommendations, your flowers will remain fresh for a long time and please you with their exquisite aroma and freshness.

Helpful Hints:

  • To prolong the freshness of a bouquet, add a few drops of ammonia or a teaspoon of vinegar to the water.
  • If the bouquet is made up of flowers with different stem densities, trim the softer stems more often so that they absorb water better.
  • Avoid using metal vases, as metal can react with water and degrade its quality.
  • When using gerberas, trim them underwater to avoid air getting into the stem, which can disrupt water absorption.

Why is chlorine in tap water bad for cut flowers?


Chlorine is a disinfectant that is added to tap water to kill bacteria and other microorganisms. However, when cut flowers are placed in a vase of chlorinated water, chlorine can harm the flowers in several ways:
  1. Water imbalance: Chlorine can disrupt the natural water balance inside the stems and leaves of flowers, which can cause them to wilt and die.
  2. Cell damage: Chlorine can damage the cells of the stems and leaves of flowers, which can cause them to break down and die.
  3. Reduced ability to absorb water: Chlorine can reduce the ability of flower stems to absorb water, which can cause them to dehydrate and die.
  4. Bacterial growth: Although chlorine is added to water to kill bacteria, it can also create an environment conducive to the growth of certain types of bacteria that can harm flowers.

Why is filtered water better for cut flowers?


Filtered water is the best choice for cut flowers because it:
  1. Chlorine-Free: Filtered water does not contain chlorine, which can harm flowers.
  2. Contains Fewer Impurities: Filtered water contains fewer impurities, such as heavy metals and other contaminants, that can harm flowers.
  3. Has a More Stable pH: Filtered water has a more stable pH, which can help maintain the health and vitality of flowers.
  4. Allows Better Water Absorption: Filtered water allows flower stems to better absorb water, which can help them stay fresh and healthy.

How to Purify Tap Water for Cut Flowers?


If you don’t have access to filtered water, you can purify tap water for cut flowers by doing the following:

  • Leave the water overnight: Leave the tap water in an open container overnight to allow the chlorine to evaporate.
  • Use activated carbon: Add activated carbon to the water so it can absorb chlorine and other impurities.
  • Use a water filter: Use a water filter that can remove chlorine and other impurities from tap water.
In general, using filtered water or purified tap water can help extend the life and keep cut flowers looking fresh.

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