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There are many simple, household ingredients that can be used to prolong the life of cut flowers. Anything that will increase the acidity of the water thus lowering the pH level will help the flowers. Possibilities include (but are not limited to) aspirin, vinegar, 7up or any lemon/lime soda, and real lemon or lime juice. Sugar is thought to provide nutrients to the cut flowers. Some type of bleach additive is also recommended because it prevents the growth of bacteria in the water. The best mix would include something acidic, plus sugar, plus a little bleach although any of these individually is thought to be better than plain tap water. The powder packets provided by florists contain a mix of acid, sugar and an anti-bacterial of some sort.
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Can you use vinegar to prolong the life of a flower?
Yes, vinegar can be used to prolong the life of a cut flower. Sugar, copper pennies, and aspirin can also be added to the water to help prolong the life of a cut flower. Sugar is the best treatment.
Does chlorine bleach prolong the life of a cut flower?
Yes and no. Chlorine bleach indirectly prolongs the life by preventing bacteria from developing in the water. It's the bacteria that shortens the life of the cut flower.
Why does sugar prolong the life of daffodils?
it provides the cut flower energy it would other wise get from the leaves
Do flower preservatives prolong the life of flowers?
Yes, cut flowers will generally last a few days longer.
Is there household products to prolong the life of a flower?
yes sugar does anybody know if there are any household products that will prolong the life of cut flowers and if so how does it work? multiple answers if possible please!!
How does salt mixed with water effect a freshly cut flower?
When salt is mixed with water, it will prolong the life of a freshly cut flower. The salt helps kill bacteria, encourages intake of water and even feeds the flower.
Does sugar prolong a life of a cut flower?
yes in fact it does because it gives it nutrients for the growth and roots. Another is lemon juice.
Does sugar prolong the life of the cut flowers?
Yes, the sugar will help the flower survive, or pour some clear lemonade into the vase that will also help the life of flowers, this is a trick of the flower trade.
Does vinegar prolong the life of cut flowers?
yes
Could Salt prolong the life of cut flowers?
No, in fact, it may shorten it. For the longest life, keep in water or hang upside down. salt absorbs water or moisture from the flower that's why the flower will not last that long.
Why does lemon juice prolong the life of a cut flower?
The lemon juice is an acid and most fertilizers are acid. The acid will help kill bacteria in the water and is a natural source of plant fertilizers. Asperin shows the same properties in cut flower water.
How does aspirin affect the life of a cut flower?
Some people feel that aspirin really does help prolong the life of cut flowers though there is no scientific proof. Most florists don't use it so that should give you a clue.
