The Jewish Home | JUNE 2, 2022
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10 Pro Flower Tips ThatEvery Person Should Know
By Raquel Goldish
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althouGh all cut floweRs aRe peRishaBle and will eventually die, theRe aRe a few thinGs you can do that will help pRolonG theiR life.
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before placing your bouquet into water, cut the stems with a pair of sharp scissors or clippers. They should
be cut about half an inch and at a 45-degree angle. This will expose the absorbent part of the stem, allowing for water uptake. make sure that there are no leaves on the part of the stems that will be submerged in water. Change the water in your vase every other day and recut the stems. be sure to keep your flowers out of direct sunlight and away from a heat source. most cut flowers do best
in a cool environment.
avoid getting the heads of your flowers wet! This can cause them to rot.
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Hydrangeas need a lot of water. They drink through their stems, but also absorb water through their petals! make sure their vases are kept full and mist their heads with water to keep them hydrated.
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overwatering potted orchids is the most commonly made mistake. Too much water causes their roots to grow mold and rot. orchids need about a 1/3 cup of room temperature water weekly.
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When you receive a new orchid, check if it’s inside a plastic pot or bag. These should be discarded, and the orchid should be replaced in its original container. you might need to add special orchid soil to fill the pot. This soil doesn’t retain moisture the way standard potting soil does, protecting the roots from rot.
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Supermarket flowers are unlikely to have been conditioned and stored properly. When buying them, bear in mind that they may not last as long as flowers bought from your local florist. Look for long-lasting flowers like carnations, lilies, mums and daisies. Check the leaves; don’t buy them if they’re starting to turn brown.
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Using the right vase can make all the difference in how good your flowers look! Play around with different shapes, heights and widths, and make sure the flowers are cut appropriately. They should not be compressed too tightly, nor should they be too loose. Raquel Goldish is the owner of Primrose Floral Design. A graduate of Flower School New York, Raquel’s passion for beautiful and aesthetically pleasing florals led her to open Primrose in 2019. She and her team are dedicated to bringing elevated organic design to Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Five Towns and beyond. Primrose is available for all your floral needs, including weekly flower subscriptions, weddings, bar mitzvahs and bespoke proposals.
