{"id":4353,"date":"2019-11-04T00:15:54","date_gmt":"2019-11-03T16:15:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/?p=4353"},"modified":"2020-07-26T22:37:18","modified_gmt":"2020-07-26T14:37:18","slug":"how-to-make-fresh-flowers-last-longer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/how-to-make-fresh-flowers-last-longer\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Fresh Flowers Last Longer?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"342\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-bouquet-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-bouquet-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-bouquet-1-300x147.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-bouquet-1-676x330.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a way to make your flower bouquet to last\nlonger? Freshly cut flowers don\u2019t last forever and it\u2019s perfectly normal to\nwant to enjoy your flowers longer. Be it a bouquet sent by a loved one or\nfreshly cut flowers you bought for yourself, read on to find out easy yet\neffective tips on how to keep your blooms looking fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The truth about fresh flowers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/longer-lasting-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/longer-lasting-flowers.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/longer-lasting-flowers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/longer-lasting-flowers-676x451.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Freshly cut flowers, like any other living thing, has a lifespan. But that doesn\u2019t mean that it has to be a short one. We all understand the pain of spending a hefty sum on a beautiful bouquet of flowers, only to have it wilter within the next three days. However, did you know that you can extend your flower\u2019s lifespan by taking proper care of your blooms? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here at 24hrscityflorist.com would like to share with you our experience with handling, conditioning and keeping fresh cut flowers as long as possible especially in the tropical heat of Singapore. 24hrscityflorist.com provides fresh <a href=\"http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/\">flower delivery<\/a> together with same day  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/love-and-romance\/\">flower bouquet<\/a> delivery anywhere in Singapore. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First off, the type of flowers matter. Different types of\nfreshly cut flowers have different lifespans. Here\u2019s a list with their\nestimated lifespans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"564\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/rose-table-arrangement.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/rose-table-arrangement.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/rose-table-arrangement-300x242.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/rose-table-arrangement-676x545.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>cut flowers arrangement<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Chrysanthemums<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>They\ncan last up to 2-3 weeks<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional Lilies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Up to 2\nweeks.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Roses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Up to 2\nweeks with proper care<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Orchids<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Up to 3\nweeks<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunflowers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1-2\nweeks<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ranunculus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Approximately\n7 days<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Carnations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>2-3\nweeks with proper care <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Dahlias<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Up to\na week.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Hydrangeas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>2-3\ndays<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Baby\u2019s breath<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>5-10\ndays<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/truth-about-fresh-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/truth-about-fresh-flowers.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/truth-about-fresh-flowers-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/truth-about-fresh-flowers-676x304.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some flowers last longer than others and inevitably if you\nget a flower bouquet, unless you specifically choose one that has the same type\nof flower, some would wilt faster than others. It would then take extra work to\nensure the wilted flowers are taken out from the vase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The beauty of a flower bouquet sometimes comes from the\nmixture of the various blooms, in its many shapes, sizes and colours. A\ncolourful composition undoubtedly brightens up the room. However, this is\nsubjective to one\u2019s choice as single-flower bouquets also make for gorgeous\ndisplays as it brings about a sense of class and symmetry aesthetically. One\nthing is for sure, be it a multi-flower bouquet or one that is made out of the\nsame type of flowers, there are proper steps to help your flowers last longer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips on how to make your flowers last longer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/fresh-flowers-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/fresh-flowers-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/fresh-flowers-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/fresh-flowers-1-676x451.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We previously posted an article which contained the\nquestion of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/most-common-questions-about-flowers-in-singapore\/#more-4301\">how\nto make your cut flowers last longer<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s an excerpt from the article: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Cut flowers usually require a greater effort\nfor care and maintenance, compared to uncut ones. There are various things that\ncut flowers require in order to maintain their colour and shape. First and\nforemost is water. Without an adequate supply of water, cut flowers will\ngradually perish. Next comes flower food. It usually comes in the form of\npackets which you can buy. A typical flower food usually contains acid, sugar\nand bleach. Each of these components has an important use. Acid maintains the\npH level of the flower at an optimal level, sugar provides essential nutrients\nand bleach prevents the accumulation of bacteria. Other than that, cut flowers\nalso require a cool environment and a place away from direct sunlight to\nthrive. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Moreover, you should re-cut stems regularly, to\neliminate air bubbles in the stem tissue that can hinder water absorption.\nLeaves are also an important component of flowers and you should not neglect\nthem. You should prune the leaves regularly to prevent any potential water\ncontamination. Last but not least, cleanliness is of utmost importance. That is\nwhy you should wash the flower vase every 2 to 3 days and replace the existing\nwater with fresh water.&nbsp; <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"702\" height=\"920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/care-for-flowers-tips-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/care-for-flowers-tips-1.jpg 702w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/care-for-flowers-tips-1-229x300.jpg 229w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/care-for-flowers-tips-1-676x886.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><figcaption>Tips For Taking Care Of Flowers Chart<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To make it more comprehensive, here\u2019s a list of 9 easy and doable tips which you can use in your daily life to make your cut flowers last longer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 1 &#8211; Always use a clean vase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"784\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/freah-water.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/freah-water.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/freah-water-268x300.jpg 268w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/freah-water-676x757.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>use a clean vase to keep fresh cut flowers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Reduce the risk of bacteria which may infect your flowers. As\nsuch, use clean vases to minimise the risk and to keep your flowers as fresh as\npossible. There\u2019s a multitude of vase types, so choose one which best matches\nyour interior d\u00e9cor and also, which fits your flowers. A container with a wide\nneck would be versatile enough to easily fit flower stems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep flowers with different lengths of stems in separate\ncontainers, so that all flowers are clearly visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 2 &#8211; Use fresh tap water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"462\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/tap-water.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/tap-water.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/tap-water-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/tap-water-676x446.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>use fresh tap water for fresh cut flowers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As the stems of flowers have been cut, they no longer have\na life system. As such, you would need to ensure they have water. When cut\nflowers have been left out of water for any length of time, cells start to form\nover the cut ends of the stems, which will prevent the stems taking up water readily.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid using cold water as flowers don\u2019t take up cold water\nas quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 3 &#8211; Add flower food with the right amount of water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-food-sachets.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-food-sachets.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-food-sachets-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-food-sachets-676x354.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>flower food<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Use pre-mixed flower food that comes in the little packet\nas it contains essential ingredients that flowers need; carbohydrates (sugars),\nbiocides (cleansing agents) and acidifiers. These three ingredients promote\ncell metabolism, combat bacteria and adjust the pH of water to increase water\nuptake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Florists would recommend adding a new packet to the vase\neach time the water is changed. These packets can easily be purchased at\nflorists or home supply stores. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 4 &#8211; Remove leaves from the stem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"461\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/remove-leaves-from-stem.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/remove-leaves-from-stem.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/remove-leaves-from-stem-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/remove-leaves-from-stem-676x445.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>removes leaves from being soaked in water<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Too many leaves in the vase may rot and provide food for\nbacteria, which in turn can infect and damage the rest of the plant. Try your\nbest to cut off any leaves touching the water to help prolong the life of your\nflower. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 5 &#8211; Cut 2-5cm off the stem and cut at an angle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/cut-45-degree.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/cut-45-degree.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/cut-45-degree-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/cut-45-degree-676x488.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>cut stem at 45deg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Stems and stalks of flowers should be cut at a 45-degree\nangle. Cutting the stems at this angle, rather than straight across, allows for\ngreater surface area and as such, an increased water uptake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 6 &#8211; Keep flowers away from direct sunlight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-direct-sunlight.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-direct-sunlight.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-direct-sunlight-300x288.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-direct-sunlight-676x649.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>keep flowers from direct sunlight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once flowers are cut, exposure to direct sunlight accelerates\nthe evaporation of the water and causes the flower to dry out faster and wither\nquickly. As such, make sure that they\u2019re stored in room temperature. A side\nnote: Keep them away from fresh fruit which releases tiny amounts of gas that\ncan cut the lifespan of your blossoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 7 &#8211; Store Flowers Away From Fruits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep fresh cut flowers away from fruits. Ripening fruits release ethylene gas that can reduce the lifespan of your fresh arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 8 &#8211; Remove wilted or damaged flowers immediately<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"747\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/remove-wilted-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/remove-wilted-flowers.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/remove-wilted-flowers-281x300.jpg 281w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/remove-wilted-flowers-676x721.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>remove wilted flowers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wilting flowers release ethylene gas which may cause a\nchain reaction in your other flowers. Do ensure that they\u2019re taken out from the\nflower arrangement so as to keep the other flowers fresh. You can choose to dry\nthem and make your own dried flower bouquet or dispose of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip 9 &#8211; Do Not Spray water directly on buds or flowers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/spraying-water-on-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/spraying-water-on-flowers.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/spraying-water-on-flowers-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/spraying-water-on-flowers-676x380.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>do not spray water directly onto flowers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As it may increase the chance of fungal growth, try to\nminimise spraying water directly on buds and flowers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>General rules: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing the water in the vase every 1-2 days before it\ngets cloudy would be ideal. Do remember to scrub the vase\u2019s interior and ensure\nthat there\u2019s no bacteria left behind. At the same time, do trim the stems again\nand add a new mix of flower food to keep them fresh. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may require some effort and work to repeat all these\nsteps through the week(s) but the results are well worth it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some other innovative methods to keep your\nflowers fresh:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not free to run down to the florist or store to\nget flower food, you could also opt for these easily-available items which can\nbe found at home to help you prolong the life of your cut flowers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Vodka<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a few drops of Vodka in the vase would help keep the\nwater clean for fresh flowers. This is because it inhibits bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Lemonade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sugar in the lemonade nourishes the plants and will\nmake the blossoms last longer. If you\u2019re using a clear vase, you can also use a\nclear lemonade (such as 7-up or sprite). Using actual sugar also works as well.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Pennies\/coins<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The copper in coins works as an acidifier and inhibits\nbacteria. Drop a copper coin in your vase!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Aspirin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Possibly the most popular out of these methods, many use\naspirin to help prolong the lives of their freshly cut flowers. Simply put a\ncrushed aspirin in the water before adding your water. Aspirin\nmay lower the pH of the water and this will help keep your flowers looking\nfresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Put your blooms in the fridge<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pop your flowers and vase into the fridge at night and take\nthem out in the morning. This is especially useful in a temperate country like\nSingapore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caring for your flowers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/caring-for-your-bloom.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/caring-for-your-bloom.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/caring-for-your-bloom-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/caring-for-your-bloom-676x431.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>caring for flowers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Caring for freshly cut flowers can be demanding but as the\nsaying goes, \u201cnothing worth having comes easy\u201d. Having freshly cut flowers\naround your house not only brightens up the room but studies have shown that it\nalso uplift\u2019s one\u2019s mood and can positively affect one\u2019s mental state of mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-hand-bouquet.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-hand-bouquet.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-hand-bouquet-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/flower-hand-bouquet-676x450.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/affectionately-yours.html\">hydrangea flower bouquet<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On a more practical level, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/love-and-romance\/\">flower bouquets<\/a> are gorgeous and it does cost a sum of money to send fresh flower bouquets to your loved ones. Whilst it may be considered affordable to some, it would still be a shame to let the fresh blooms wilt quickly. The methods and tips mentioned above which help prolong the lifespan of your flowers are simple enough to be tried out at home \u2013 so why not make the most out of your blooms?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A little goes a long way. Do remember to take proper care\nof your cut flowers and you\u2019ll be able to enjoy seeing them around for a longer\nperiod of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Written by: Elizabeth Tan<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a way to make your flower bouquet to last longer? Freshly cut flowers don\u2019t last forever and it\u2019s perfectly normal to want to enjoy your flowers longer. Be it a bouquet sent by a loved one or freshly cut flowers you bought for yourself, read on to find out easy yet effective tips [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[514,22,409],"tags":[445,444],"class_list":["post-4353","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-about-flowers","category-article","category-how-to","tag-how-to-make-flowers-last-longer","tag-longer-lasting-flowers","post-preview"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4353","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4353"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4353\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4487,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4353\/revisions\/4487"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4353"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4353"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4353"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}