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Who doesn’t love a bunch of fresh flowers? They smell great, add to the beauty of your room or workspace and, of course, do wonders to uplift your mood! But the only downside is that they die too quickly. If you struggle with keeping your flowers alive and want tips to extend their lifespan, look no further!
Indianexpress.com spoke to Paridhi Joshi, assistant vice president at FNP (formerly Ferns N Petals) to understand the tips and tricks to make flowers live longer, and avoid any pitfalls that may be cutting their life short.
“Always use a clean vase with fresh, room-temperature water. Change the water every two days to prevent bacterial growth and trim the stems at a 45-degree angle to boost absorption,” Joshi said.
Remove any leaves below the waterline to avoid contamination, and use the flower food packet that comes with your bouquet, as it provides essential nutrients and antibacterial agents.
“Keep the bouquet in a cool, shaded area away from direct sunlight, drafts, and ripening fruits, which emit ethylene gas that can cause flowers to wilt. Lightly mist the flowers with water every day to keep them hydrated, especially in dry climates,” she said.
listed out some mistakes people are guilty of when it comes to taking care of the flora in their homes.
Not Changing the Water Regularly: Stale water promotes bacterial growth, which can block the stems and prevent water absorption. Change the water every two days.
Leaving Leaves in Water: Submerged leaves rot quickly, contaminating the water and affecting the flowers. Always remove any leaves that will be below the waterline.
Not Trimming the Stems: Cutting the stems at a 45-degree angle allows better water absorption. Failing to trim them regularly can shorten the flowers’ lifespan.
Placing Flowers in Direct Sunlight or Near Heat Sources: Exposure to direct sunlight, heaters, or air conditioning can dehydrate flowers and cause them to wilt prematurely.
Keeping Flowers Near Ripening Fruits: Fruits emit ethylene gas, which can cause flowers to age faster. Keep your bouquet away from ripening fruits.
Not Using Flower Food: Flower food provides essential nutrients and helps prevent bacterial growth. Skipping it can reduce the flowers’ lifespan.
Ignoring the Environment: Placing flowers in a drafty area or in a room with fluctuating temperatures can stress the flowers and cause them to wilt.
