This is one of those posts that are kind of out of the box, but hey, as long as one person finds it useful, then I have achieved my goal. The last time I received a bouquet of roses, I ended up putting them in the trash bin after 3 days. Why? Because they started looking tired and sad and I could not stand their suffering any longer. But it seems I might have better luck next time because I have some great tips from Ebraheem Al Samadi, the rose expert and founder of Forever Rose, on how you and I can make the said roses last longer.
After all, who doesn’t love that feeling when you receive a beautiful bouquet of roses? Roses, as most of us know, are a heart-warming gesture, albeit with a bittersweet ending. This is because after admiring them gooey-eyed for a few days, we’re left helpless as we go on to witness their sad and tired demise. If you are like yours truly and are looking for a way to defy the clock and make those roses last longer with their vibrancy and freshness for a few more days, you should try one of these tips that Ebraheem is happily sharing. And the best bit about making your roses last longer is that you can easily use household ingredients.
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Tested Ways to Make Roses Last Longer
Aspirin
Who knew this could be used for more than to cure a nasty hangover? For a tried-and-true way to make roses last longer, crush up an aspirin and add to the water, and remember to change the vase water every few days.
Sugar and Vinegar
Add 3 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons white vinegar per liter of water. This helps to nourish the stems and ward off harmful bacteria.
British Pennies
That’s right, sink some coins into your beloved arrangement! The copper acts like an acidifier preventing the growth of bacteria in the vase water.
Bleach
A few drops of bleach per liter of water will help inhibit bacterial growth and keep the water from getting cloudy. A quarter teaspoon is all you need, don’t go overboard!
Flower Food
This special sachet formula is made up of the perfect balance of nourishing ingredients that your blooms will drink up gladly and ensure you get the very best from you roses for up to two weeks!
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