Make Them Last.
In order to prolong the vase life of your flowers, change the vase water every other day at minimum.
Make sure that all of the stems fall fully below the waterline and no foliage is submerged
Keep your flowers in a location where they will be protected from direct sunlight, heat, and strong breezes.
If you are using your own vase, remember to wash and disinfect it between uses to prevent bacteria growth, which will shorten the life of your flowers.
Use purified water when available. In some cases, hard water, or the salts in softened water can shorten the life of your flowers.
You can carefully remove your bouquet from the water and trim the ends of the stems, every few days, to help your flowers take up more water.
Most blooms should last at least 5 days if properly conditioned. Some flower varieties should be expected to have a shorter vase life. These include some varieties of poppies, dahlias, and sweet peas.
Keep your bouquet away from fruits and vegetables, some of which produce gases that will shorten vase life.
Many flower varieties are toxic to humans and/or animals. Pocket Full of Sunshine Flower Farm flowers are for visual enjoyment only. Do not eat the flowers in your bouquet or prepare them for consumption in any form. Take precautions to keep them away from small children as well as furry pets and reptiles alike. This is your responsibility.
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