How to Make Fresh Flowers Last Longer

Did you receive or buy flowers and wonder how they can last longer? Flowers do not come cheap, especially on special occasions like Valentine’s Day, and some people may think that it is not worth the money, since it gets withered easily. But it definitely makes the day special, right? So, the question is, how to make fresh flowers last longer? WikiHow has three simple tricks that you can try at home.

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I just received a bouquet last week, and it did not last long, as I did not know the proper way to take care of fresh-cut flowers. There are a lot of factors that can cause the flowers to wilt. It can be due to heat, bacteria, dehydration, or wind conditions. You might want to consider those things if you want them to last longer. Check out these tips that can help them stay fresh for a week. For more tips, check this out: How to Make Your Flower Arrangements Last Longer.

1. Using Warm Water

• vase
• secateurs
• warm water
• flower preservative

Half fill a vase with warm water, then cut the stems at an angle then insert into the vase. Avoid overcrowding. Add flower preservatives.

2. Adding aspirin

• vase
• aspirin

Put flowers in a vase with water, then add an aspirin tablet. Add another after 1 day. Leave the flowers in the vase.

3. Using homemade plant food

• 1 quart of water
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of bleach

In a bowl, add 1 quart of water, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of bleach. Mix until well combined. Trim the flower stems, then remove the leaves. Add to the vase with plant food mix.

How to Make Fresh Flowers Last Longer