Flowers by Post from Marks & Spencer

Marks & Spencer
Flowers by Post
Send someone a special message with a beautiful bunch of seasonal flowers.

Flowers by Post is a great value way to spoil someone you know – or yourself.
Choose between Narcissi, Fairtrade Alstroemeria, Fairtrade Roses in Orange, Yellow or White, Orchids, Lillies or Tulips with prices starting at just £19.50 including Postage.

Is it true that cut flowers keep much longer if placed in lemonade?

Question:
Is it true that cut flowers keep much longer if placed in lemonade?

Answer:
The sugar in lemonade helps buds open but if flowers are kept in the lemonade too long it can encourage bacteria which is not very good for your flowers.

How to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh

To keep your new arrangement looking fresh and to ensure it lasts as long as possible, follow these top tips:

• Buy your flowers from a reputable outlet
• Choose blooms with firm petals or with buds which are showing some colour
• Keep them well wrapped until you get them home
• Keep them in water until you are ready to start arranging
• Make sure vases are very clean
• Use fresh lukewarm water and add commercial cut flower food
• Remove all leaves which fall below the water level
• Take at least 3cm (1″) off all stems, making a slanted cut with sharp scissors
• Don’t smash or pierce the stems
• Avoid placing the arrangement in direct sunlight, heat, or draughts
• Keep flowers away from ripening fruit
• Don’t mix daffodils with other flowers
• Remove faded flowers as they occur
• Top up the water regularly and add fresh flower food