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Keep Your Cut Flowers Fresh for Longer

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There’s something about fresh flowers that makes any occasion or setting more special. Sure, they brighten up the space and provide a pleasing aroma, but that’s just the tip of the tulip. The beauty and healing energy of live flowers cross cultural boundaries and speak to all of us.

From celebratory settings like Valentine’s Day or date night, to well wishes, get-betters or fun with feng shui, who doesn’t love going home with a bouquet or vase full of fresh flowers? And the last thing you want after displaying your new floral centerpiece is to watch those perfect petals begin to wilt, droop and dry out.

MYTH:
Cutting flower stems at an angle promotes longer life than a straight cut

The good news is it’s not that hard to make your fresh cut flowers last longer, and a few simple steps here and there will help you avoid those steps of shame to the trash can with your next bouquet after only a few days. Check out some tips from the experts at NC State…

5 Fast Tips: Caring for Cut Flowers

See the “Showtimes” calendar from NC State’s JC Raulston Arboretum to learn when local flowers are blooming. If you have other questions or want a helping hand from the experts, contact your local N.C. Cooperative Extension center and a horticulture agent will work with you.

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