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It is believed that cutting the stems of flowers under water prevents air from getting into the stems which would inhibit the stem's ability to absorb water.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 14y agoWater is a source of food for flowers, and it necessary as parts of its Biology to keep it alive.
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∙ 14y agoflowers that are already cut are put in water for them not to die instantly and be dried up because water is the source of life a flower it serves as it's food or it serves as its energy
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What can leghten the life of cut flowers?
A great way to lengthen the life of cut flowers is to cut the stem each day very little and refresh the water everyday! You can also read more about care of plants at our website here: http://www.scottsflowersnyc.com
Why do cut flowers wilt?
When flowers lose their turgor pressure, or dry out they become wilted. If you remember to water them, flowers have abundant turgor pressure, and they will stay stiff, but if they become dry, or you forget to water them, they will lose their turgor pressure and begin to wilt.
How long do cut roses last?
if you put Sprite in your water it will make the flowers last longer
Whamt can help flowers stay alive?
if u cut the steam slanted it keeps it alive longer
How do we keep roses fresh?
You can use aspirin, a penny, hairspray, bleach, or the florist packet that comes with flowers to keep cut flowers fresh. They all work pretty well. Also, using mouthwash works great. My class did a test on this and putting protein powder and toothpaste doesn't work at all.
Where are flowers kept?
in the sunlight, you have to water them though.
How does detergent influence cut flowers?
it kills bacteria in the water prolonging the life of cut flowers
What part of speech is cut in Hot water is a good reviver of cut flowers?
Cut is an adjective in that sentence. It describes the noun flowers.
How does suger affect cut flowers?
It is believed that adding sugar to the water for cut flowers provides the flowers with a food source since the flowers have been literally "cut off" from their food supply.
What does 7-up do to cut flowers?
Adding 7-Up to the water in a vase of cut flowers is said to prolong the life of cut flowers. The lemon/lime juice in 7-Up lowers the pH level in the water, and cut flowers like a lower pH. Next, the sugar in 7-Up provides a food source for the cut flowers.
Why can flowers last long in water?
Flowers absorb water through their roots. When they are cut and put in water, they continue to absorb water.
Why are flowers cut diagonaly?
This is to expose a larger cut area to the water in which they will be placed.
What does acid do to cut flowers?
kills bacteria in the water
Why do cut flowers need nutrients from the water they are put in?
becaues if u didnt put it in water the flowers gone die
What liquid helps cut flowers live longer?
water.
Does it help cut flowers to add sugar to the water?
yes
How do cut flowers live in water without roots?
Cut flowers can live for a short time in water because the water moves up their stems and keeps them fresh. They will die because the roots are needed to bring them nutrients in addition to the water.
