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PUBLISHED: Jan 21, 2009 UPDATED: Jan 7, 2019 BY: Tori | THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. SEE THE PRIVACY POLICY LINKED IN MY FOOTER

How to keep cut flowers fresh

Gorgeous bouquet? Picked pretty blooms from your garden? Keep them looking lovely for over a week. Here are four tips for how to keep cut flowers fresh.

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Give Them Some Pop

  • If your cut flowers are looking a little wilted in their vase but you aren't quite ready to toss them out, try giving them some life by adding a carbonated lemon-lime soda to their vase. Just don't grab the sugar free version- they like it sweet!

Pour in the Vinegar

  • If your flowers are looking a bit thirsty, you can also try giving them this vinegar mix: 2 tablespoons vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1 quart water.

Touch Up Their Roots

  • To keep your blooms around a bit longer, add 2 drops household bleach, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1 quart water.

Sear Them, But Don't Eat Them

  • If you have a gorgeous arrangement of flowers such as poppies, dahlias, or orchids you can sear their stems before putting them into the vase. Why? Well these type of flowers have hollow stems that secret a milky-types substance when cut. Searing the end of their stems will keep them perky a bit longer. Simply hold their ends to a flame for a quick sear and then place them in a vase with warm (not cold) water.

What works for you? I'd love to hear your secrets! 

Looking for the flowers in the picture above? They were from a romantic bridal shower I hosted. See it here.

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Tori is an entertaining expert who likes to keep things simple. From setting a thoughtful table to whipping up an easy appetizer recipe, she's got you covered. Her favorite place is to be is sitting poolside with her family with a glass of rosé in hand.

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  1. Sally says

    January 29, 2009 at 6:02 pm

    I've also heard about a special spray you can get from a floral shop. I guess it brightens the leaves and makes the petals glisten. Great post!

    Sally’s last blog post..jesicamcd7 has created Alexia's 1st Communion in Parties

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