How to preserve fresh flowers for a longer time "Methods for Prolonging the Life of Fresh Flowers"

How to preserve fresh flowers for a longer timeToday's plant care experience shares knowledge about fresh flower preservation, how to keep fresh flowers fresh for longer, and the following details.This article mainly focuses on fresh flower preservation for home care enthusiasts. Many people find that the fresh cut flowers they buy wither within a few days. Although fresh cut flowers have lost their roots, they still have life and can survive for a period. So, how can we extend the freshness of cut flowers?Improve water absorptionImproving water absorption is an important part of determining how long fresh cut flowers can survive. Different fresh cut flowers have different methods to enhance water absorption, which can be divided into the following:1. Common cut flowers: Make a 45-degree diagonal cut on the stems to improve water absorption. Since most vase bases are flat, a flat cut will not absorb enough water. A diagonal cut can increase the water absorption area and improve water absorption.Suitable cut flowers: Roses (cutting roses), Lisianthus, Chinese bellflowers, Carnations, Lover's grass, and蕾丝 flowers.2. Aquatic bulbous flowers: These cut flowers have thicker vessels, and air enters after being out of water, affecting water absorption. Turn the flowers upside down and pour clean water into the cut to expel air, improving water absorption. A 45-degree diagonal cut can also be made, but it must be done underwater, otherwise air will enter.Suitable cut flowers: Water lilies, lotus flowers, and lotus pods.3. Medium to large-sized woody cut flowers: After cutting, the juice in the vessels flows out, causing severe water loss and leading to dehydration and death. Use a candle or alcohol lamp to burn the base of the cut stems to prevent juice loss, blockage, and decay, increasing water absorption.Suitable cut flowers:梅花, wax梅花, peonies, silver芽 willows, azaleas, jasmines, snow willows, and cassias.4. Terrestrial bulbous flowers: Make a 45-degree diagonal cut and then place in a vase.Suitable cut flowers: Tulips, hyacinths, and lilies.5. Terrestrial herbaceous flowers: Soak in 80℃ hot water, add a little salt or alum, and then place in a vase.Suitable cut flowers: Gladiolus and evening fragrant flowers.Using preservativesFresh cut flowers also need nutrients, which relate to the length of the blooming period.1. Flower preservatives: Dilute and mix flower preservatives with clean water, then insert the cut flowers.2. Carbonated beverages: I have experimented and found that Sprite works best, as the citric acid in Sprite can kill bacteria, and it contains sufficient nutrients needed by cut flowers. Add one quarter of Sprite to the water.Other preservatives include: Mentholatum, white sugar, sucrose, and salt. Salt should be strictly controlled in dosage, as too much can cause dehydration and death of cut flower cells. Only a small amount of the others is needed.The above information provides a comprehensive introduction on how to preserve fresh flowers for a longer time, hoping to bring some plant care knowledge to green enthusiasts.