The presented bouquet of fresh flowers naturally wants to be kept fresh and attractive longer. And there is a mass folk ways prolonging the life of flowers. All of them are effective in their own way.
And we wondered how those who sell them to us keep flowers fresh. After all, the actions of professional florists are guided not only by the love of beauty and all living things, but also by a banal benefit, which, as you know, is the strongest engine of progress.
How florists handle flowers and how it threatens us, the customers, and whether it is worth using these tools at home - this article will just tell you about this.
What is needed for the long-term preservation of the bouquet?
The preservation recipe is simple. In order for a bouquet of fresh flowers to remain alive, he needs to organize an admission nutrients... Let not the ones that the plant received on the root, but still.
Popular wisdom says: quit sugar (similarly - make a glucose solution). The recipe is about the same - 1 teaspoon per 1 liter of water.
Florists in some cases do use sugar, but more often they use ready-made commercial nutritional mixtures for fresh flowers. More often - foreign production. If you manage to acquire a non-fake, the effect will amaze your imagination. Flowers really do not fade very much long time and remain as if fresh. In this case, the word “as it were” is key. Why?
If implemented a large number of flowers, then usually they are bought for a long time in huge cans before being sold. Special means are added to these basins.
When we buy a bouquet, the flower is dramatically deprived of its nutrient medium. And when we come home, we will, according to all the rules, wrap the lower leaves (and thorns on the roses), refresh the cut ... and put it in water, possibly with sugar ...
And the nutritional value is not the same plain water The flower no longer knows how to "eat" - and beauty disappears almost instantly.
There are florists categorically do not use purchased dressings. Real examples- daily and thorough washing of containers laundry soap, only filtered water - and natural conditions for flowers. They will feel comfortable at home.
But the majority still use ... There are more conscientious ones - and in addition to the bouquet they give a bonus packet of krisal. From solution to solution - the flower will really stand for a long time. Moreover, the solution must be made the same as in the flower shop.
Chrysalum and the like not only nourish the flowers, but also maintain the water in the vase in a stable state, therefore additional disinfection and maintenance of the acid-base balance of water is not required. If special preparations are not used, you have to think about water ...
Disinfection of water for a bouquet
The second point to consider when storing cut flowers is water. How to stop the growth of bacteria in water?
- change water more often
- wash the vase thoroughly
- throw an aspirin tablet or a tablespoon of vinegar (in an acidic environment, the development of bacteria will not be so rapid).
Florists are as concerned about water quality as ours. What are the professionals doing?
- Throw in activated charcoal tablets. Activated carbon really purifies water, removes color, odor, water remains transparent for a long time.
- Add whiteness - a couple of drops! Better even one, so as not to overdo it. The water does not become cloudy, does not smell of anything for a long time.
- Domestos is also a couple of drops on a vase.
- Ferri
And here folk method with a sprig of cypress or pine - found its confirmation among the pros, the light bactericidal property of these plants is really noticeable, for a vase at home - an irreplaceable and safe remedy.
Coins, silver things - the meaning of their use is the same, these are attempts to stop the multiplication of bacteria in water.
These are the techniques that exist! We will do everything to make the flowers last longer!
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Perhaps for many this is already known information, but for some it will be new and useful.
So, the most popular brands of top dressing in Ukraine are -AmericanFloralife® ( productionlocatedvGermany and Belgium)anddutchChrysal® . Based on the history of your work with them, we can say for sure that both of these brands are good. AND Chrysal® and Floralife ® work, and this is the most important thing. The only thing I want to add is: Floralife ® is a little more concentrated, more "strong", but this is subjective.
To understand these "magic"powders and liquids, nnowTotal, you need to understand what feeding is and what a preservative is.
Top dressingfor cut flowers this is -powderorliquidwhichand Imaximally nourishes the flowernutrients, so-callednuclientsand promotes the full development of leaves anddisclosurebuds.
Cut flower preservative this is usually -liquidwhichand Imaintains the "half-asleep" state of flowers after transportation, does not allow them to open up in fullleast and,at the same time, it energizes a littletheirvnatural, naturaldoses.In this conditionthe flower livesmaximallylong term.
Based on this, feedingapplyNStsyajust how:
NS a gift to your client along with the finished composition (in small bags)
How n nourishmentcompositions on floristic foam (dissolves in water before soaking the sponge)
As a means for opening buds, in case you receive an unripe flower.
Apreservative is appliedin only one case:
For xinjuriesflowers in the fridge
AnowABOUT THE GREATEST DELUSION.
Often, we pay attention not to the fact that it is a top dressing or a preservative, but to the packaging. Big pack: 500 ml, 5l, 2 kg andetc.means - for "production", i.e. for storage in the refrigerator, small packaging is for the customer who bought the bouquet.
itutterlynot the right approach. We must admit that earlier we were also a little mistaken.
Pay attention to the type of product!ANDapply top dressing or preservative, ConsideringwhichresultYou want to receive.
How to distinguish a top dressing from a preservative?
It's a little more complicated here. In our opinion, it would be easier ifthe manufacturer called them so - top dressing and preservative. But, apparently, they are not looking for simple ways.
But we are looking forand find!
To understand the entire range of the most popular brands in Ukraine, and to figure out what belongs to what,we have compiled a complete classification of alltop dressing(as of February 2017.) distributed overactuallydressings and preservativesfor storing cut flowers.
Floralife®
Storage preservativeflowers in the fridgeproducedonly in largecontainers: cans of 5, 10, 25, 100 and 200 l... The name must necessarily contain the number - 200.
:
FLORALIFE ® CLEAR 200
FLORALIFE ® CLEAR 200 Ultra ( concentrationin 2timesmore, howatFLORALIFE® CLEAR 200)
FLORALIFE ® Express Clear ULTRA 200( concentrationin 2timesmore, howatFLORALIFE® CLEAR 200, notrequiresstandardpruningstems)
Top dressing for Byour clientor for you, if you need to maximize the flower... Valwaysissuedin small packages (5 g, 10 g, 2 kg, 250 ml, 0.5 l).
The entire range of the manufacturer:
FLORALIFE ® CLEAR 300 ( packages5, 10 g,bottles250 and 500ml, bucket2 and 5kg)
FLORALIFE ® Express 300 Universal(bags of 5 and 10 g,The samepropertieshowatFLORALIFE® CLEAR 300, butnotrequiresstandardpruningstems)
FLORALIFE ® Rainbow Flower Food CLEAR 300 ( packageson5 gdifferentflowers, picks upundercolorgamutbouquet)
FLORALIFE ® Rose Food CLEAR 300 ( feedingforrosesin bags of 5 and 10 g)
FLORALIFE ® Express Rose Food CLEAR 300 ( feedingforroses, notrequirespruningstem)
Chrysal®
Storage preservativecut flowers in a salon, shop or studio:
Chrysal Professional 2 (1 liter cans and5 l.)
Chrysal CVBN(preservative for gerbera tablets)
Chrysal ProfessionalAlstroemeria & LiliumT-Bag ( preservativefor lilies andalstroemerui, bags for 2 and 4 liters of water)
Top dressingandfor the end customer (pitahutand revealingNSt bud)Chrysal
Chrysal Professional 3 (buckets2 kg, cansNS5 l.)
Chrysal ClearUniversal(bottle0.25 l, bagNS5 and 10 g.)
Chrysal ClearLilium & Alstroemeria ( plastic bagNS 5 r, for lilies andalstroemeria)
Chrysal ClearNarcissus( plastic bagNS 5 G, fordaffodils)
Chrysal ClearRosa( plastic bagNS 5 G, for roses)
Chrysal ClearTilipa( plastic bagNS 5 G, for tulips)
conclusions
All dressings that come in sachets of 5 g or 10 g should be used only as a gift to the client.
Top dressing in large packages (250 ml, 500 ml, 2 kg, 5 kg) is more suitable for maximum flower opening and its pre-sale.
If you need to keep the freshness of the flower (in the refrigerator) as much as possiblelongterm, reduce the number of flower write-offs, save money invested,usenot feeding, but preservatives.These are those magical liquids in which the maximum amount of substances that prevent flowers from "waking up", but,vthe same time, in sufficient quantitythat feed them.Flowersleeps and eats. He is veryOK! And it's nice! TOAs for us, when we look into the refrigerator at night. :-)
Thanks for reading to the end!
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You can see what dressing and preservatives are currently in our online store in the section "Top dressing, preservatives and sprays for cut flowers"
When cut flowers appear in your house, and more often when they start to wilt, the owners ask themselves the eternal question, which has long tormented the minds of people: "how to prolong the life of their flowers?" In this article we will consider the 5 most popular, and most importantly effective methods prolonging the life of their flowers.
1.Special feeding.
A method that is guaranteed to work. In the case when the flowers are in a vase, fertilizing is most often in the form of a powder, which must be added to the water. There are also sprays that help revitalize the bud.
All these dressings are sold in many flower shops, florist shops, flower shops. And many flower shops give a sachet of dressing to each of their customers when buying a bouquet. When will you buy flowers in next time feel free to ask if you are entitled to a sachet of magic.
2.Nutrient solutions.
Method from the category " people's councils". And often these tips actually work! We will provide a list of the most popular products, adding which to a vase of flowers, you will extend the life of the latter.
- Aspirin... Just add an aspirin tablet to a vase of flowers, you will immediately see how greedily they begin to drink water! The fact is that aspirin provokes the production of active substances in plants, comparable to interferon in the human body.
- Activated carbon. Acts in a similar way, provokes flowers to drink more water.
- Ammonia. The main thing is not to overdo it with volume. Just add 1-3 teaspoons, depending on the volume of the vase.
- Borny cocktail. 1 liter of boiled water, 2g boric acid, a couple of spoons of sugar.
- Sweet and sour cocktail. 1 liter of boiled water, 50 g of sugar, 0.1 g each of citric and ascorbic acid.
3.Stem digestion.
This method is not suitable for all colors, but it works just amazing. The difference is especially noticeable when the flower is already frankly beginning to wither, you can really give it a second life.
The method is suitable for: chrysanthemums, gerberas, hydrangeas, peonies, ranunculus, all other flowers whose stem has a similar structure (heterogeneous stems, dense stem edges and a soft center, often white).
The recipe is simple: it is necessary to lower the stem of the plant into boiling water, by 5-10 cm. You do not need to hold it for a long time, we take it out and immediately cut off that part of the stem that was in the boiling water. We put the flower in clean cold water... We are sure you will be surprised how long flowers processed in this way can stand.
4. Regular pruning and water changes.
In fact, this is not some clever way, but a matter of course. But not all people think about it.
The secret is simple: if you change the water every day, clean the vase and cut the flowers by 2-3 centimeters, then they will delight you for a very long time.
A small nuance: you should always try to cut flowers at the maximum angle so that the cut area is as large as possible. The cut must be done under water.
5.Leaves care.
Leaves take away a lot of moisture from the bud, so you can get rid of some of the foliage. Make sure that the wilted foliage does not remain on the stems - feel free to cut it off. To prevent the foliage from taking away precious water from the bud, the foliage can be sprayed with a spray bottle.
That's all. Compliance with these simple rules will help you keep flowers alive for as long as possible!
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Fresh flowers can transform even the most boring and dull decor, but the age of cut plants is very short-lived. Fortunately, florists know how to preserve a bouquet for a long time and are happy to share their secrets with others. If you properly perform all the manipulations, you can admire a beautiful flower arrangement in an elegant vase for several weeks. This will take a lot of effort, but the result is definitely worth it.
And it all starts with buying a bouquet, because today only a few are engaged in the cultivation of flowers. When choosing a suitable plant ensemble, you need to pay attention to the following points:
- The petals and leaves should be bright and juicy in color. Dark spots and dried edges indicate the beginning of the wilting process and no measures will allow you to preserve the bouquet for longer than a few days.
- Short stems with slimy, darkened cut are signs of old flowers.
- Freshly cut plants have sufficient moisture and firmness. If you bend a piece of a leaf or petal, then it should quickly return to its place without the formation of fold marks.
- Sellers often try to hide the signs of wilting by removing individual parts of the flower. If a particular specimen looks naked, it is most likely that it has come under such a correction.
A bouquet will stand in a vase for a long time only if it is made up of fragrant flowers that literally ooze moisture, with tight buds and leaves tightly sitting in the beds.
Correct preparation of the bouquet and disinfection of water
Cut flowers will last several times longer if the following manipulations are carried out before installing them in a vase:
- We lower the stems into the water and make an oblique cut on each. After that, it is no longer possible to remove the plant from the liquid. This procedure prevents the process of blockage of blood vessels by air bubbles, which provokes dehydration of the flower.
- Immediately before placing the bouquet in the vase, you need to remove all the leaves, tendrils and thorns that will be located in the water. Then the reproduction of bacteria will slow down, and the absorption of unnecessary elements of nutrients will be reduced.
- Very dense and thick stems must not only be cut off, but also split 5 cm deep by inserting matches into the breaks. Then the flowers will not experience a moisture deficit and will stay longer.
Tip: The same technique can be extended to delicate plants with soft stems. In this case, the cut surface only needs to be scratched with a sharp needle, this will noticeably increase the absorbing capacity of the element.
- Particular attention should be paid to specimens with hollow stems. You need to carefully pour water into them and plug the holes with cotton or gauze. With a significant release of milky juice, you can lower the tips of the trunks in boiling water or slightly burn them.
- Flowers such as lilies and tulips will last much longer in a vase if their anthers are removed immediately. This applies to all plants with long stamens.
Cut plants prefer soft water, preferably rainwater, thawed, well or spring water. If there is nothing besides tap liquid, you must first stand it for a day and drain it so as to get rid of the sediment.
You can cope with bacteria that rapidly multiply in water with flowers by carrying out a simple disinfection:
- You can put a silver coin or some charcoal on the bottom.
- A pinch gives a good effect washing powder or a crumbled aspirin tablet (one per 5 liters of liquid).
- For high-quality disinfection in a vase of water, it is enough to dissolve a pinch of potassium permanganate, a teaspoon of table salt, 100 mg of boric acid or a tablespoon of vinegar.
All of the above manipulations will help the flowers last as long as possible, but we must not forget about proper care behind a bouquet. You can't just put it on and forget, maintaining the attractiveness of flowers implies a number of auxiliary daily operations.
Suitable feeding options for fresh cut flowers
Cut plants will not last longer than one week if they are not provided with adequate and regular feeding. For this purpose, it is customary to use one of the following products at home:
- Sugar. It is introduced in a ratio of 1.5 teaspoons per liter of water. it universal remedy, but most often it is used to care for tulips, carnations and daffodils.
- Alcohol. Recommended for keeping asters fresh. You need to add no more than a teaspoon of the product for every liter of water.
- Aspirin. Just one tablet is enough to preserve the attractiveness of an impressive bouquet of roses or chrysanthemums.
- Vinegar. A weak vinegar solution will keep the cut dahlias for a long time.
- Industrial dressing. They can be universal or specialized, in powder or drop form. Applying the chosen remedy, you must act strictly according to the instructions. If you exceed the recommended dosages, the plants will not stand longer, but there is a risk of burns in the flowers.
The water in the vase needs to be changed every day, while the top dressing needs to be renewed. It is undesirable to change it; for gentle representatives of the flora, this can become serious stress.
Where is the best place to put the bouquet and how to care for it?
The correct arrangement of the bouquet has no less influence on the condition of flowers than caring for plants. In the case of cut elements, the following rules apply:
- Lighting should be as natural and quality as possible, but direct sunlight should not be allowed. With increased solar activity, buds and leaves are best shaded or even removed deep into the room.
- Fresh flowers don't like heat. It is better to place the bouquet in a cool room. It should not be forgotten that drafts are destructive for living plants.
- Particular attention should be paid to the composition. There are flowers that are absolutely incompatible and do not get along in one bouquet. For example, roses, orchids, lilies of the valley, lilies and daffodils are considered selfish, they need to be placed apart. But geranium and thuja, on the contrary, love complex ensembles and maintain the freshness of their neighbors.
- It is highly discouraged to place flowers in close proximity to fruits. Foods emit ethylene, a gas that helps plants ripen and wilt. Such an ensemble will look attractive, but it will not last very long.
- Changing the water every day, you need to remember not only about the introduction of top dressing, but also the disinfection of the liquid.
- Withered or dried leaves and petals should be removed immediately.
- Stem sections also need to be regularly updated by literally a few millimeters. If you do not do this on a daily basis, then the access of moisture and nutrients to the elements of the plant will be disrupted.
- Large leaves will have to be sprayed a little warm water from a spray bottle. Some types of flowers can be put in a bath of cool water at night. In this case, the liquid should not get on the buds.
- It is best to keep the temperature in the room where the flowers stand a little lower than the comfortable one, within 15-18 ° C. As a last resort, the room should be well ventilated several times a day. In this case, the bouquet must be taken out to another room.
The importance of physical and chemical conditions the content of fresh flowers is undeniable, but you shouldn't dismiss the atmosphere in the room either. Plants are no less acutely stressed than humans. Therefore, you should not count on the fact that the bouquet will stand for a long time if there is some tension between the inhabitants of the house.