Steps to Keep Flowers Fresh for a Week:
Prepare the Vase Water:
Use lukewarm water as it helps flowers absorb water faster. Add one of the following to the water: A pinch of sugar: Acts as food for the flowers. A drop of bleach: Prevents bacterial growth. A copper coin: Its antimicrobial properties help keep the water clean.
Trim the Stems:
Cut the stems at a 45-degree angle to increase the surface area for water absorption. Remove any leaves that will be submerged to prevent rotting.
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