Roses are not only particularly beautiful, but also very expensive flowers. For this reason alone, cut roses should last as long as possible in the vase. You can find out how to ensure that fresh roses last longer in the following article.
How do you keep roses in a vase fresh for a long time?
To keep cut roses fresher for longer, you should cut the stems at an angle, change the water daily, use wide containers, and place the roses in a warm, sunny place. Avoid home remedies such as sugar or lemonade in the water.
Sugar & Co. – Do home remedies actually keep roses fresh longer?
Some guides say that you should add sugar or lemonade (such as Fanta) to the rose water and “feed” the flowers. But the fact is that it's better to leave out such sweet little aids - because of the lack of roots, the rose can't absorb the nutrients anyway. Instead, the sugar is a welcome breeding ground for bacteria and fungi. These settle on the rose and ensure that it quickly droops its head. Ergo: It's better to leave out sugar etc., even if you heard this tip from your grandma or even from a florist.
How to properly care for roses in the vase
So that your roses last a long time, you should pay attention to freshness when purchasing them. The stems should feel firm and elastic and the flower head should not yet be fully open. It's best to ask your florist which flowers arrived fresh that day. The roses should be kept moist on the way home and they should not be exposed to frost in winter.
Cut rose stem
At home, first cut the rose stems diagonally at a 45° angle, using a sharp and clean knife if possible. Also remove any leaves that would otherwise be in the water.
Change water daily
Cut roses need fresh water every day so that no bacteria or fungi can settle in the vase. Also use lukewarm water, as the flowers do not like to stand in cold water and often react to the cold shock by hanging their heads.
Choosing the right vessel
Roses need space and air - this also applies to cut specimens in the vase. Choose containers with a wide opening in which the individual stems can be easily arranged.
Cut roses also need a sunny and warm location
Furthermore, place the rose bouquet in a sunny, warm and airy (but not drafty!) place, for example on a table in front of a window or similar.
Tip
If you want to keep the rose bouquet for a particularly long time, you can also dry it or preserve it in another way.
