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- Remove any leaves that may be under water.
- While holding the stems under water in a sink or under running water, cut
about one inch off each stem with a sharp knife or shears. DO NOT let the
newly cut end dry off before transferring it back to your arrangement or
other container.
- Water to which a good floral preservative has
been added is the best solution in which to arrange fresh cut roses. Using
it as recommended will provide additional days of vase life. Avoid using
water from a water softener.
- Immediately after the stems are cut, place your roses in a deep vase of
warm preservative solution (about 100 degrees F). If possible leave them in
a cool dark room or refrigerator to 'condition' for 2 or 3 hours after
arranging.
- If a florist's porous foam material is used in assembling the arrangement,
it is important that it is thoroughly saturated in advance in water
containing a floral preservative. Be sure that the rose stems are inserted
firmly well below the solution level in the container. Do not move the stem
ends after inserting them into the foam. This may leave an air pocket at the
base of the stem.
- Display your fresh cut rose arrangements in a cool area out of direct
sunlight and drafts.
- Roses are thirsty flowers. It is important to check to see that the vase
is full and add preservative solution often. Be sure foam materials are
completely saturated and the container is full daily.
- Any lilies received should have the pollen stamens removed as they open.
This will enhance the life of the lily and prevent any staining from the
pollen.
** Premature wilting is not a sign that the rose is old. It usually indicates
that air is entrapped in the stem and the preservative solution cannot flow
properly up the stem. The end of the stem may be blocked, or look for a cut or
scrape in the bark above the water level. Recut the stem above the injured
section and then submerge the entire rose in a basin or shallow pan of warm
water (about 100 degrees F). Be sure to keep the stem and head straight. It will
usually revive within an hour and can be replaced in the arrangement.
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Alternatives to Floral Preservative
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- One quarter cup clear carbonated beverage to one vase water.
- One cap of hydrogen peroxide every time the water is changed.
- One part lemon lime soda to 3 parts of water.
- Two tablespoons lemon juice, one tablespoon sugar, one quarter teaspoon
bleach in one vase of water.
- Two tablespoons of white vinegar, two tablespoons of sugar to one vase of
water.
- Use 50% warm water, 50% Sprite or 7UP plus one and a half teaspoons of
bleach.
- Sugar provides energy.
- Citric acid acts as an acidifier.
- Bleach prevents bacteria growth.
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