Whether it’s indoors or outdoors, there is nothing better then the lingering scent of fresh flowers. These helpful tips can help you get the most out of your arrangements.

Typical Life span of fresh flowers

Iris, Dahlia, Delphinium, and Gerber daisy will typically last for 7 days. Gladiolus, Lisianthus, Liatris, and Statice will last for about 10. Shasta Daisy, Carnations, Babies Breath and Strawflowers can last for much longer

Tips for making a cut flower bouquet

. A fresh and colorful arrangement of flowers will brighten up any drab room in the house.

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The best time to collect fresh flowers is in the early morning just after the dew is gone. Make sure it has not rained for at least 2 days as it will cause problems with drying. Make sure to handle the flowers carefully so they do not bruise.

Check the flowers first before picking to make sure they have not started to brown or wilt. Overly mature flowers tend to drop their leaves too easily in drying. Also make sure to use organic flowers that have not been treated with chemicals. After picking the flowers you can … read more

By Russ Phillip Jr.

Sometimes it can be difficult in selecting the best cut flowers for your bouquet or garden. Deciding what flowers to put in your garden can be a daunting experience. There are many factors to keep in mind such as height of the flower, colors, and when the flowers blossom throughout the season. The attendant at the garden department of the local mega mart is typically not going to know what kind of garden you would like, so knowing what you want the space to look like beforehand can make planting a much easier … read more

By Russ Phillip Jr.

What can I do to make my flowers last longer?

First it’s important to remember that some flowers naturally last longer than others, so when dealing with cut flower care, you’ll need to keep that in mind. Flowers like Carnations for example can remain fresh and vibrant for quite a bit longer than most flowers. Roses die quickly in vases, which would explain why they are so prized when they are beautifully fresh and delicate. Make sure to ask your florist how long your flowers will last when buying them. If you are growing … read more

By Russ Phillip Jr.

Some people think the little pack of flower food or even a copper penny will extend the life of fresh flowers. Some think the temperature of the water makes all the difference. How do you keep fresh cut flowers fresh? Often time’s classical folk tips and tricks are based on good science and are typically the most effective.

Here are tried and true tips on keeping cut flowers fresh

Copper is a natural metallic preservative and acts like a fungicide to the bacteria and algae that can grow on the stems of fresh flowers while … read more