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Flowers are really popular to send to loved ones on special occasions such as Valentines Day, Mother’s Day, weddings, and anniversaries. Even offices and homes use them for decorations to make the place livelier and less plain. These gifts of nature smell and look amazing, which makes them so great. They have unique shapes, bright colors, and they have the most wonderful smells only nature can provide.

The downside? Fresh flowers don’t stay fresh for long especially if you don’t take care of them properly. Not everyone are florists and gardeners, here are some ways to extend the life of your arrangements:

- If you receive flowers that are in a box, act as fast as you can. Drench them in water, or preferably in floral foam or flower food solution. These can be provided by your florist.

- If the flower food solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely. Same goes for those who are using just water; replacing it daily with fresh water is a must.

- No flower foam or flower food? Make your own! Just add a teaspoon of bleach, a tablespoon of sugar, and a gallon of water. Mix well and you have flower food. Some gardening experts even say you can pour a 12-ounce can of non-diet Sprite or 7-Up in half a gallon of water The acid in the soda will slow down growth of bacteria in the water, while the sugar will “feed” the plant.

- Re-cut stems using a cutting tool that will not crush the stems such as a sharp knife, pruning shears, or even a good pair of scissors. Cut the stems at a 45-degree angle, and do this underwater. This allows the stems to draw in water instead of air and the increased surface area from the 45-degree cut allows for improved water/solution absorption.

- Some flowers generally last longer than others. Once they begin to wilt, remove them from the vase.

- Get rid of leaves that will be below the vase’s waterline, because leaves in water tend to promote bacterial growth.

- Remember to place your flower arrangement in a cool, dry spot, away from heat. About 65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit is the recommended temperature for flowers, away from heating or cooling vents, directly under ceiling fans, on top of televisions or radiators, and away from direct sunlight. Failing to do so will cause your flowers to dehydrate and make them wilt prematurely.

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