Cut flowers - how to succeed

Remember to protect your newly purchased flowers so they do not dry out. If it will be more than an hour before you can put the flowers in water, you should wrap moist paper around the bottom of the stems. Protect the flowers from drying out, sun, and cold by wrapping them in paper.TIPS! Leave the tulips in the packaging for at least an hour after you have purchased them. This will prevent them from drooping.Cut diagonally. Make new diagonal cuts at the bottom of the stem with a sharp knife, cutting around two to three centimeters. Tulips can be cut straight. If you cut with scissors instead of a knife, the flowers will have more trouble absorbing water. Remove any leaves that may go under the water to reduce the risk of bacteria.

Choose the right vase,Select a vase that is tall enough for the flowers to stand steady. Both bottles, jars, bowls and glasses can function as vases, as long as they are completely clean. If the bouquet is already tied, you can leave the ribbon on to help the bouquet maintain its shape.,Hot and cold water in the right amount,For flowers with hard stems, such as roses, fill two-thirds of the vase with hot water. For flowers with soft stems, such as tulips, fill one-third of the vase with cold water.,Remember plant food,Use the plant food that comes with the purchase of cut flowers. This will help the flowers become stronger and last significantly longer without wilting.,Remember to refill the water,Refill the water every other day. Tulips are thirsty and may need to be topped up more frequently. But do not overfill, as tulips will continue to grow when they receive water.,Placement,Avoid placing the flowers in direct sunlight, near a heater, or close to fruit. If possible, you can place the flowers in a cool place at night, ideally on the balcony.

The most beautiful bouquets of cut flowers are made by tying them in a spiral. There is no great art to tying a bouquet, and you will soon get the hang of it if you just dare to try. With a little finger training and a steady hand, you will soon have a nice bouquet. Lay two stems crosswise and place them between your thumb and forefinger.Place the next stem in the same direction, but slightly to the left.Continue like this and twist the bouquet clockwise as you tie it.When the bouquet is ready, lay it on the table and wrap a string or ribbon around it.The bouquet of cut flowers is now steady and can "stand on its own feet".

Use oasisOasis is a green floral foam that you stick the cut flowers into. With it, you can easily create beautiful flower arrangements. Before you start, soak the oasis in water so it can absorb water. Place it in the desired bowl or vase, cut the flowers to the desired length, and insert them into the oasis. Then water daily so the flowers last longer.Revive wilted flowersYou can revive flowers that start to look wilted after a few days. Cut the stems again and give the leaves a shower. Then wrap the bouquet in newspaper and place it in fresh, clean water.Enjoy the flowers a little longerYou can make roses, peonies, chrysanthemums, and carnations last a few extra days by cutting the flower right under the head and placing them in a bowl with some water.