What is a Roses?
A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars
How To Keep Roses Fresh For Longer in South Africa
Prune
Remove any leaves below the water line. It will not only make your bouquet look better but also prevent bacterial growth. Some flowers, like roses, have guard petals which are the two or three outermost petals of the flower. Removing these will allow your flower to open up fully.
Water Wisely
It’s not only important to get your bouquet hydrated but to do so wisely. Your flowers won’t last long without water, especially once their stems have been cut. After picking out a clean vase, fill it with room temperature water and add in a packet of flower food.
Avoid Direct Sunlight, Heat, Drafts and Fruit
Your flowers will last longer in a room with cool temperatures. Avoid displaying them in direct sunlight or near appliances that generate heat.
You’ll also want to avoid areas like open windows, heating or cooling vents, and ceiling fans as they can cause the flowers to quickly dehydrate. You also shouldn’t display your bouquet near fruit.
Cut the Stems
One of the most common mistakes people make after receiving flowers is forgetting to cut the stems. Use garden shears to trim one to two inches off and cut at an angle.
Cutting the stems at an angle allows for better water intake since they aren’t sitting flat on the bottom of a vase. After the initial cut, be sure to re-trim your bouquet once every few days.
How do you preserve roses for a long time?
Keep roses in a cool, dry place indoors and away from direct sunlight since exposing your roses to the harsh sun may cause their vivid color to fade much faster. Use hairspray on petals or blooms after the preservation process to protect them from damage. Avoid any contact with water.