This year, thanks to the warm and sunny weather, the lilacs bloomed exceptionally early. While walking, we often want to take a few twigs with us to scent the whole house. How to keep them from wilting the next day? from a florist can effectively prevent this.
What to add to the vase so that it stays in it as long as possible? A trick that works wonders
Many of us make the mistake of taking lilac branches without water and then placing them directly in a vase. Unfortunately, the flowers will fade quickly. For lilacs to stay fresh, they need special preparation. Here is a proven method of florists to extend their durability:
- After returning home, remove excess leaves from the branches.
- Pour water with cut flower conditioner into the vase.
- Boil water in another pot.
- Use pruners to shorten the ends of the twigs.
- Immerse the prepared twigs in hot water to remove the air that prevents water absorption.
- After a while, remove the twigs and cut each end vertically into two parts with pruners.
- Place the flowers in nutrient water.
- Change the water every day.
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What else should you pay attention to when picking lilacs? Important details
To enjoy the freshness of lilac flowers for as long as possible, it is recommended to collect them
at the right moment. The optimal time for cutting branches is early morning or late evening. Lilac branches that are harvested at noon, when the sun shines the strongest, quickly wither. When cutting, be sure to use sharp tools such as scissors or pruners to ensure a clean and precise cut.
In addition, the cut should be made at an angle of 45°. Why? This not only prevents crushing of delicate plant tissues, but also increases the surface area through which the twigs can absorb water. Thanks to this, they will be able to absorb water from the vase more effectively, which is crucial for maintaining their freshness for a longer time.
Source: Gazeta
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