The Best Long-lasting Cut Flowers for Valentine's Day

Carnations

One of our favorites! Carnations aren't just pretty and sweet-smelling—they last and last! Once cut, these adorable flowers can keep a room looking bright and cheerful for up to three weeks with proper care. But beware; neglect them, and they'll start to fade much sooner.

Care tips:

1. Before placing the carnations in the vase, cut the bottom of the stems at a 45-degree angle, just above a node on the stem.
2. Fill your vase or container with water at room temperature. Carnations prefer water that's not too cold or too warm.
3. Remove any leaves that would be submerged in the water, as they can cause the water to become cloudy and promote bacterial growth, leading to quicker wilting.
4. Change the water every two days and trim the stems each time for optimal hydration.
5. Keep them away from direct sunlight, heating vents, and cold drafts.

Sunflowers

Bringing Sunshine to Your Valentine's Day! With sunflowers, the cheer and the happiness will last longer. Ensuring your sunflowers stay happy is easy with a little TLC. Follow these simple steps, and you can enjoy their sunny petals for a longer period, usually lasting from six to twelve days.

• Begin by gently removing any leaves that would sit below the water line. This helps keep the water clean and your sunflowers fresh.
• Give the sunflower stem a nice, angled cut.
• Place your sunflowers in a clean vase filled with fresh water.
• Enhance their longevity by adding flower food to them.
• Find a cozy spot for your sunflowers. Keep them away from direct sunlight, heating vents, or any cool drafts.

Lilies

Lilies are an excellent option for long-lasting cut flowers. Beyond their beauty, they emit a delightful fragrance. Their distinctive trumpet-shaped flowers and delicate petals bring elegance to any arrangement. With proper care, cut lilies can last up to 10–14 days.

Caretips:

• Trim the stem of the flower on a 45 degree angle by an inch using sharp scissors to ensure better water absorption.
• Remove any leaves from the stem that may lead to bacterial growth when submerged in water.
• Select a vase that provides ample space for the flower to fully expand and breathe.
• Fill the vase with clean water and carefully place the flower inside, ensuring it is fully submerged.
• Add floral preservative or flower food to the water to nourish the flower and prolong its lifespan.
• Position the vase in a location away from direct sunlight to prevent wilting, ideally in a cool area of the room.
• Refresh the water in the vase every 2-3 days to maintain its freshness and cleanliness.
• Regularly remove any pollen stamens from the flower to prevent staining and prolong its visual appeal.

Alstroemerias

It is beautiful, unique, and known as the friendship flower. This Valentine's Day, bring a smile to your beloved friend's face with a bouquet of alstroemeria. And the best part? These are included in the list of long-lasting cut flowers, especially when given with love and care. Alstroemeria is a wonder flower as it can last up to 4 weeks with proper care!

Caretips:

• Place the cut alstroemeria in fresh room-temperature water.
• Rinse and clean the vase thoroughly.
• Add warm water to the vase and dissolve the flower food.
• Trim the stem at an angle underwater.
• Keep the flower away from direct heat, cold drafts, or windy areas.
• If you notice any wilting flowers, remove them immediately to preserve the others.

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