What Is Flower Food? Flower food typically comes in a small packet, which you can stir into your bouquet’s water to help the flowers stay fresh, last longer, and keep the water cleaner (and less muddy). Believe
Using vinegar in flower water can help to make cut flowers last longer by preventing the growth of bacteria in the water. The acetic acid in vinegar acts as a natural disinfectant, which will kill any bacteria that may be present in the water. By preventing this bacterial growth, the stems...
Fortunately for us, making cut flowers last longer can be done easily with a few easy tips and some common household products to make our own cut flowers food. February 7 is Rose Day. Since it is close to Valentine’s Day, roses will be a popular gift, so let’s find out how to k...
Cut the StemsOne of the most common mistakes people make after receiving flowers is forgetting to cut the stems. Use garden shears to trim one to two inches off and cut at an angle. Cutting the stems at an angle allows for better water intake since they aren’t sitting flat on the bott...
Whether they were a gift from a coworker, friend, for Mother’s Day or from your significant other, flowers bring a joy that we want to make last. To preserve your beautiful blooms, as well as those special memories, try flower pressing....
The little flower food packet that comes with your bouquet isn't just a bonus; it's also important for making your bouquet last longer. Dissolve it thoroughly in your vase water to provide essential nutrients for your flowers. If you run out of supply, you can create your own floral prese...
Spring is here finally, and the flowers are blooming everywhere. If you wanted to bring some spring inside, you might want to cut some of your flowers and put them in a vase. Or maybe you are in the habit of buying flowers every so often at the store so bring some life and color ...
In order for flowers to stay hydrated and fed, you can give them a boost by adding flower preservative or “flower food” into the water. You can buy small packets of flower food from a local florist. Make sure to not use the whole packet; if it’s a small vase, just add a sprink...
Coneflowers are drought tolerant, but new plants need water occasionally and more often if the spring season is especially dry. Native in-ground coneflowers seldom need fertilizer. To delay blooming for fall enjoyment (and compact growth), cut back stems 1 foot when plants come into bloom. Fo...
Working with fresh flowers in cake decorating is so much fun! Before you add fresh flowers to a cake, it's best to know which are safe and which are toxic, plus how to prep them to make flowers food safe.