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Keeping Fresh-Cut Hydrangea Blooms from Wilting

By stacy ling

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Do your fresh-cut hydrangea flowers wilt in a vase? Whether you cut them from the garden or bought them from the market, keep them from drooping with these easy tips.

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If you are cutting flowers from your garden, clean pruning shears before making any cuts with 1 part bleach to 10 parts water.

Tip: it’s best to cut hydrangeas in the early am while the weather is cool. And always make the cuts on a 45 degree angle.

Immediately drop fresh cuts into a container of fresh water.

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After the initial cuts are made, boil water.

Have the second container of room-temperature water ready to hold the arrangement. 

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Cut hydrangea stems again on an angle to the desired length of the arrangement.

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Stand hydrangea stems in hot water for 30 seconds. Then, immediately drop into room temperature water and arrange flowers accordingly.

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Follow along to learn more about how to keep hydrangea flowers looking amazing.

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