A seemingly endless range of shapes and colors make dahlias true flower miracles. You can also enjoy this splendor at home. But what should you pay attention to with these cut flowers so that they last a long time?
How can dahlias last long as cut flowers?
To ensure that dahlias last a long time as cut flowers, they should be cut early in the morning before they are too open. Cactus and pompom dahlias are best. Regular water changes and a shady location promote longevity in the vase.
Do dahlias last long as cut flowers?
Dahlias have anotshelf life as cut flowers for a long time. For this reason they are rarely available from florists.
If you have your own garden, it is still worth cutting these flowers because with the right cut and attention they will last for 7 to 12 days.
If the dahlias are already open too far, they will not last as long. If you can already see the stamens on double varieties, you should no longer use them as cut flowers.
Which dahlias are best suited for the vase?
Cactus dahliasandPompon dahlias are best suited for the vase. They have long and strong stems that can store a lot of water and do not bend in the vase. Other tall-growing dahlias are also suitable as cut flowers.
When should the dahlias be cut for the vase?
In the earlymorning hours you should get ready to cut the dahlias. Then there is still a lot of juice in the stems because the sun hasn't robbed the flowers of it during the day.
Generally speaking, it is better to cut immaturely than to cut too wide open. Dahlias whose flower buds have only just opened are therefore ideal. In the middle of the flower, the petals should still be close together. But don't be too hasty: dahlia buds that are still closed will no longer open after being cut.
How do you cut dahlias for the vase correctly?
To cut these cut flowers, you should use a clean and sharpknife. The stems should under no circumstances be crushed.
At home, the lower leaves are removed from the flowers and shortened again before they go into the vase. Cutting again is important to open the pathways. Remove 3 to 5 cm of the stems and cutdiagonally Then immediately into the water with the dahlias!
What other flowers go well with dahlias in the bouquet?
For example,
Dahlias are often combined withRoses,GerberaorWildflowers. The only important thing is that the other cut flowers bloom at the same time and their appearance matches the dahlias well.
What care do dahlias need as cut flowers?
In order to last for a long time, the dahlias should receive a regularwater change. Use lukewarm water for this.
In addition, the vase with the cut flowers should not be placed in the sun or near ripening fruits such as apples or bananas.
Tip
Keep the water level in the stems of the dahlias high
The evening before cutting, you should water the dahlias thoroughly again. After cutting for the vase, it is advisable to either let the dahlias stand in water for an hour (shady) or to transport them home in a small bucket with a little water. This means the flowers can absorb plenty of water and then last longer.