Make Your Bouquets Last: Fresh-Cut Flower Tips

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Want to keep fresh cut flowers longer in a vase? Follow these simple tips to extend the vase life of cut flowers.

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Always start with a clean vase or floral foam.

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Prepare each flower for the arrangement.

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Feed arrangements with cut flower food.

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Keep the water clean by changing it every 2-3 days.

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Re-cut the stems when you change the water.

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Keep flowers out of direct sunlight.

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Remove wilted blooms and petals to keep the arrangement looking fresh.

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Follow along to learn more about arranging and keeping flowers fresh.

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