Shrubs add structure and depth to the landscape as substantial mid-story forms that function as specimen plantings, backdrops to lower profile plants, and transitional armature between ground and canopy layers.There are also compact varieties suitable for sma
7 Tips You Need to Keep Fresh Flowers Fabulous
06.06.2023 - 16:30 / gardenerspath.com / Nan Schiller
7 Tips You Need to Keep Fresh Flowers FabulousDo you love fresh floral arrangements, but end up with a smelly, wilted mess after a few days?
In my house, it’s kind of like the shoemaker’s kids having no shoes. Occasionally, I get behind in my watering… and that’s not good for a floral designer and garden writer.
My houseplants bounce back, but cut flowers? Never! They need daily care, which is why I’ve put together the following tips.
The next time you receive a beautiful bouquet or arrangement, try to diligently use the following tips.
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When tended with care, vases sparkle, smell sweet, and remain first-day fresh for a good five days. And, best of all, only you know the subtle changes they have undergone to keep them that way!
Here they are:
1. Hydration is EssentialWhile this seems obvious, I’m ashamed to have to admit that I’ve had a vase or two dry up from neglect. If you just don’t have time for the whole regimen, at least top up your arrangements before you head out for the day.
And, keep two things in mind when you buy fresh bunches to bring home:
Pick them up after you finish the rest of your shopping, to minimize their time out of water. Give them a shake, and reject those that drop petals. Bring pruners, and a bucket with about four inches of water in the bottom, along with you in the car. Hold the flower stems under water, and snip 1/2 inch off each, on a 45° angle. Throw the cuttings away, place your flowers in the bucket, and bring them home. 2. Clean Stems Equal Clean WaterNo matter what size, color, or type of arrangement you have, keeping the liquid that they’re going to be living in clean is a must.
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