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6 Tips To Vase Flowers Like An Expert

Last month, I had a vase of flowers that stayed fresh for at least three weeks, so suddenly, I'm feeling validated to be an expert florist

Thu Wati Aung

Nov 26, 2018

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I'll just say it: I love flowers. If you get me a bouquet, I'll love you forever. Hell, if you get me a bunch of wildflowers, I'll probably love you forever too. With my crazy obsession for flowers, I have become the designated flower carer for my apartment, a job I'm honored to take on. In fact, arranging the flowers, trimming the stems, or changing the water has become a very therapeutic part of my usually hectic weeks. Flowers are also such an easy way to lighten up your room!

Living in The Village, I'm very spoiled to have Trader Joe's right across my building to grab flowers at my own convenience. I like to stick to my yellows, whites, and greens mainly so they compliment the hideous bright green walls in my room. My favorite vases are mason jars not only because of how aesthetic they look but also because you can keep track of the amount of water left in the jar and how dirty the water is.

Last month, I had a vase of flowers that stayed fresh for at least three weeks, so suddenly, I'm feeling validated to be an expert florist.

Here are some tips I have accumulated over the years:

1. Cut stems diagonally.

This helps the bloom absorb more water and look fresh for longer!

2. Make sure the stems are submerged in water when you cut them.

Similar to item one, this also helps the flower get more water quicker as it's being cut. If you cut it while exposed to air, it's more likely to get dehydrated faster.

3. Clean your vase like you would clean your dishes.

Bacteria can build up in your flower vases, which can lead to blooms drying up faster. By cleaning the vases, you're preventing bacteria growth and making sure your blooms stay fresh longer!

4. Remove leaves below the water line.

This helps prevent the leaves rotting in the water and creating an environment where bacteria can thrive and kill your blooms faster.

5. Invest in flower food.

When you buy flowers from Trader Joe's, it usually comes with a packet of flower food. If not, I'm sure you can find it online for not too much. Make sure you use this because it maximizes the vase life of a bouquet by giving it energy, killing bacteria, and helping water travel faster up the stems!

6. Fridge your arrangement.

If you have fridge space, try popping your blooms in it overnight. Flowers are known to thrive in cooler environments so putting them in your fridge might help extend their vase life. Also, remember to keep them out of direct sunlight!

Have you tried any of these tips? Let me know how they go!

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6 Tips To Vase Flowers Like An Expert

Last month, I had a vase of flowers that stayed fresh for at least three weeks, so suddenly, I'm feeling validated to be an expert florist

1. Cut stems diagonally.

2. Make sure the stems are submerged in water when you cut them.

3. Clean your vase like you would clean your dishes.

4. Remove leaves below the water line.

5. Invest in flower food.

6. Fridge your arrangement.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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