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How to: Keep your FTD flowers longer.
Two of the top questions people ask when purchasing flowers are "How do I take care of these flowers?" and "How long will these flowers last? From a single bud, to a small bunch to an abundant arrangement of flowers, just a little extra care can make a big difference. Most floral arrangements last from 4 to 7 days, depending on the types of flowers used and the type of care they receive. Here's some specific tips to keep your flowers looking beautiful: Keep flowers in a cool spot (65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit), away from direct sunlight. Avoid areas directly under ceiling fans, heating or cooling vents, or on top of televisions or radiators. Appliances such as radiators and televisions give off heat, causing the flowers to quickly dehydrate. For floral arrangements... Keep the vase filled or floral foam soaked with water containing a flower food. If the flower food solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely. If possible, recut stems by removing one to two inches with a sharp knife. Use warm water when adding water to the vase or refilling it. For boxed flowers or loose wrapped bunches... If you can't get your flowers into a water and flower food solution right away, keep them in a cool place. Fill a clean, deep vase with water and add the flower food, following the directions on the package. For all arrangements... Remove any leaves that will be below the waterline. Leaves in the water will promote bacterial growth, causing the flowers to wilt quickly. Recut stems with a sharp knife. Do this underwater, in warm water. This allows the stems to draw in water instead of air. Then place the flowers in the vase solution you've prepared. When using woody stems and branches (such as forsythia, quince or lilac), cut the stem with sharp pruning shears.
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