When cutting a Rose stem you expose the fresh vascular system to air which can create an air bubble if the stem is exposed to the air for more than eight seconds.

When placed in water the air bubble travels up the stem and upon reaching the head causes the rose to wilt prematurely.

Most florists simply use a large cutter known as a bunch cutter. A bunch cutter allows one to cut a whole "bunch" of roses at once. Draw backs to this method are that most people often cut the bunch, lay it down grab another, and so on. Then they place the flowers in water which as we described earlier allows air bubbles and impedes the water uptake.

To extend a rose's vase life, simply pull the arrangement out, add fresh water with flower food (mixed as directed), and recut the stems, placing them back in the freshened vase of water.

This will remove the clogged lower portions of the stem, and allow the roses to drink better, adding life to your beautiful roses. With these methods, we experienced customers that told us of roses lasting two weeks at times.

Another suggestion for keeping roses longer is to keep them in as cool a place as possible and away from direct sunlight and direct heat sources. This will also greatly add to the vase life of your roses along with making sure the vase is full of water.

This method can be done every 3 to 4 days which will also help your roses last better, so you can enjoy their fresh beauty longer.

Author Byron Pittser, over 18 years experience as a retail florist owner and operator and top quality floral designer. 3rd generation family owned florist.

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