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JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Use flower Cut into one way to refresh the look and smell of the room.
Flower The cut can be obtained from a florist, flower market, or picked directly from taman from house.
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But, cut flowers generally do not last long and wilt within a few days. Depending on the type, the average cut flower can live from four to ten days.
However, flowers chrysanthemum, carnations, and daisies can last longer, which is 10-14 days. While more fragile flowers like daffodils only last for three days. Roses can stay fresh for six days and tulips can last for a week.
However, no need to worry, adapted from Mod and MintWednesday (13/7/2022), there are several care steps that can keep cut flowers fresh and durable, as follows.
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Pay attention to cutting time
The best time to cut flowers is on a cool morning or after the rain has stopped because the stems will be filled with water.
In addition, flowers are not under too much stress due to the heat and humidity during the day.
Use knife clean and sharp
Use a clean, sharp knife to cut the flowers. Knife A blunt can damage the stem and make it difficult for the flower to take in water.
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Cut the stems with oblique cuts
At least 90 percent of the fluid that the flower takes in is absorbed through the tip of the stem. Cut each stem at an angle.
This exposes the stem to more water and prevents the stem from completely sticking to the bottom of the vase. Of course, this position makes it difficult for flowers to take water.
Pay attention to the cutting position of the stem
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Before cutting, pay attention to the position of the knot on the flower stem. A node is a point on the main stem where the leaf stem grows.
If you cut the stem just above that point, you’re helping the flower grow from that point. While cutting just below the point makes the new flower stronger.
For that, have to cut the flower stems twice. First, cut above the vertex, then cut again just below the vertex.
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Be careful when holding it
When handling cut flowers, be careful. The chrysanthemum petals are like zippers. If one petal is pulled, all the petals can fall apart.
For accidentally pulled petals, use a dab of wax to stop the flowers from falling apart completely.
You just need to take a lit candle, then let a few drops fall to the point where the flower petals are attracted.
In addition, cut flowers should always be held by the stem instead of the flower head. Then, bring the flowers in a head-down position to prevent large blooms from breaking.
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Immediately put in water
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After the flowers are cut, immediately put them in a flower vase filled with water. Because even a few minutes of exposure to air without water can reduce its lifespan.
If you can’t get them straight into the water, wrap the flower stems in newspaper or damp paper towels and place them in a shady area.
For water, use warm water instead of cold water as flower stems absorb warm water better, while cold water can shock flowers, especially fragile types.
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Know the type of stem
In addition, know the type of flower stem. If it has woody stems, such as chrysanthemums and hydrangeamash the bottom two inches of the stems before dropping them into the water.
This will help the flower absorb water better. Use the hammer slowly so that the flower stems do not crumble.
Meanwhile, for types of stems that emit sticky or milky sap, such as lilies and dahlias, the stems need to be sealed.
To do this, dip the tip of the stem in boiling water for 30-60 seconds. Don’t forget to cover the flower heads and leaves with newspaper to protect them from the steam, then put them in warm water.
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Condition flowers
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Conditioning the flowers will make the cut flowers healthier and last longer. Before placing in the vase, leave the flowers in warm water in a cool room for two to three hours until the petals feel firm.
Remove any leaves and thorns that may rot below the surface of the water. This can make the water smelly and polluted.
Don’t fill the flower vase too full
Make sure the vase has enough space because cut flowers won’t hold up well if the vase is too tight. Avoid using vase materials that are easy to rust.
Cut flowers does not require direct sunlight. In fact, too much sun can make it wither faster.
Therefore, make sure the flower vase is placed in an area with indirect sunlight and well ventilated.
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Insert flowers into refrigerator at night
If you want to keep cut flowers fresh overnight, keep them cool. If possible, place the vase in a cool place like the refrigerator to prevent the flowers from wilting.
Check the condition of the flowers regularly
Check the condition of cut flowers regularly, especially at the ends of the stems. If the stem looks clogged, cut it back to make it easier to absorb water.
Most fragile types of flowers will stay fresh longer if they are sprayed daily with warm water.
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