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How to Make Flowers Last Longer in a Vase: Add This to Water
27.02.2025 15:42
Forget about bouquets wilting after a couple of days - with this life hack, your flowers will delight the eye much longer.
And the best part: everything you need is already in your kitchen.
What to add to water to prolong the freshness of a bouquet?
The secret to long-lasting flowers is nutrition and protection from bacteria. Here are three proven options:
Sugar. Nourishes plants, keeping them bright. 1-2 teaspoons per liter of water is enough.
Vinegar. Stops the growth of bacteria that prevent flowers from drinking water. Add 1 tablespoon per liter.
Aspirin. Reduces water acidity, improving moisture absorption. Dissolve half a tablet in a liter.
Choose one ingredient and mix it with cool water. Do not combine them - it can harm the flowers.
How to prepare a vase and flowers?
The right start is half the success. Do this:
- Wash the vase with soap to remove dirt and bacteria.
- Pour in cool water (not ice cold or warm).
- Add the selected ingredient and stir.
- Trim stems 1-2 cm at a 45 degree angle for better absorption.
- Remove leaves below water level to prevent rotting.
Caring for a bouquet: what to do next?
Fresh water is the key to longevity. Change it every 2-3 days, adding the ingredient anew. At the same time, slightly shorten the stems. This way the flowers will receive more nutrients.
Why does this work?
Each component solves its own problem: sugar gives energy, vinegar protects against microbes, aspirin improves water balance. Together, these measures create ideal conditions for a bouquet.
Useful tips
Place the vase away from the sun and heating devices.
Avoid placing flowers near fruits, as they release gas that accelerates wilting.
Use a clean knife or pruning shears to trim the stems.
Try this simple method, and your flowers will delight you with their beauty much longer! One ingredient, a little attention - and the bouquet will be transformed. Check it out yourself!
