Flowers are one of the meaningful gifts and liveliest decorations for nearly any occasion, all year ’round. Even offices and homes use them for decorations to make the place livelier and more comfortable. These gifts of nature smell and look amazing, which makes them so great. They have unique shapes, bright colors, and they have the most wonderful smells only nature can provide.

The downside? Fresh flowers don’t stay fresh for long especially if you don’t take care of them properly. Not all of us are florists and gardeners, here are some tips that could extend the life of your arrangements:

- If possible, use floral foam or flower food in your vases instead of plain water. These can be bought from and/or provided by your florist.

- If the flower food solution becomes cloudy, replace it completely. Same goes for those who are using just water; replacing it daily with fresh water is a must.

- No flower foam or flower food? Make your own! Just add a teaspoon of bleach, a tablespoon of sugar, and a gallon of water. Viola! Your homemade flower food. If these ingredients are unavailable, try mixing a 12-ounce can of clear, non-diet soda (like 7-Up or Sprite) with half a gallon of water. The soda’s acidity will slow bacteria growth in the water, while the sugar will “feed” the plant.

- Re-cut stems using a cutting tool that will not crush the stems. A sharp knife, pruning shears, or even a good pair of scissors can do. Cut the stems at a 45-degree angle, and do this underwater. This allows the stems to draw in water instead of air and the increased surface area from the 45-degree cut allows for improved water/solution absorption.

- Generally, some flowers last longer than others. Once they begin to wilt, remove them from the vase.

- Get rid of leaves that will be below the waterline of the vase, because leaves in water tend to promote bacterial growth.

- Keep flowers in a cool, dry spot, in approximately 65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit. It is recommended to keep them away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, directly under ceiling fans, or on top of televisions or radiators. Failing to do so will cause your flowers to dehydrate and make them wilt prematurely.

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