Fresh Cut Carnations Care Guide
Carnations come in a wide array of colors and forms and have
a pleasant scented fragrance and a long vase life. For this
reason Carnations are some the most common cut flowers worldwide
and easiest to maintain.
Florists value them for their sustaining quality and ability
to rehydrate after long transportation. Florists often use Carnations
in many of their floral arrangements and mixed bouquets for
these reasons.
General care tips for fresh cut Carnations.
- Start of by having a thoroughly clean vase to minimize bacteria.
Some florists' say that an aspirin or a little bleach will
help eliminate bacteria but there is still no evidence to
support those theories and thus still considered wives tails.
- Fill the vase ¾ full with lukewarm water. Never use cold
as it will quickly reduce the life span of your Carnations.
- Your flowers may come with flower food or preservatives.
Add the flower food as the directions on the packet indicate.
Flower food provides essential nutrients, kills bacteria and
balances the pH levels.
- Remove any leaves or flower foliage below water level to
guard against additional sources of bacteria. Keeping your
water clean is crucial to maintaining fresh cut flowers of
any kind.
- In a sink or medium size bucket filled with water, place
the Carnation stems under water and cut approximately 1' off
the bottom of each stem on an angle. Cutting a fresh edge
in water prevents an air bubble from forming at the base of
the stem, which can make it more difficult for flowers to
absorb water. Cutting on angle provides the largest surface
area for the stem to drink water.
- Immediately place you're freshly cut Carnations into the
prepared water.
- Check the water level every often to make sure the vase
is ¾ full and repeat these steps every 3-4 days.
- Always keep your flowers in a cool, dry place and never
in the path of direct sunlight, or under an air conditioner.
Avoid extreme temperatures at all times. The proper temperature
is crucial to a flower's lifespan.
By following this guide you will easily maximize the life of
your fresh cut Carnations. Whether you use a florists
online or a local one, a bouquet of fresh cut carnations
can turn a simple table into a gorgeous sight. The aromatic
and stunning bouquets of Carnations are perfect for any table
in your home or as a birthday gift or for Mother's Day.
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