Hydrangea flowers are a beautiful sight not only in the garden, but also in the house. You can find out here how to cut your hydrangeas correctly so that they stay fresh for a long time and why you should only buy hydrangea bouquets in late summer.
How do hydrangeas stay fresh for a long time in the vase?
Hydrangeas should be placed inwater immediately after cutting. The later in the season you cut them, the longer they stay fresh in the vase, sometimes even for several weeks. It is important to remove all leaves and that the stem is not too long. You can freshen up wilted flowers with a water bath.
How long do hydrangeas last in a vase?
Hydrangeas last as cut flowers in the vase for about7 days The later in the season they are cut, the longer they last. If you cut the flowers in August, they are very firm and can even be enjoyed for several weeks when arranged in a vase.
Why do hydrangeas wilt in vases?
Cutting off a hydrangea flower creates aninjury that the plant tries to heal. It forms a kind of plug that seals the cut. The result is that little or no water can be absorbed through this plug. The water-loving hydrangea dies of thirst while standing in water and the flower wilts.
How do my hydrangeas stay fresh in the vase for as long as possible?
- Only cut offolder flowers. They are firmer and less sensitive than young flowers.
- Cut thestem slightly at an angle and not too deep. The greener and fresher the stem end, the better the flower can absorb water.
- After cutting the hydrangeas, place them in the water immediately.
- Remove all leaves on the hydrangea's stem. This reduces evaporation and allows more water to reach the flowers.
- Change the water in the vase every few days to prevent germ formation.
What can I do if my hydrangeas have wilted?
If your hydrangeas in the vase have already dropped their flowers, you can try the following measures to make them look fresh again:
- Cut the stems abouttwo centimeters.
- Bathing Soak the hydrangeas, including leaves and flowers, in lukewarm water for one hour, for example in a bucket, sink or bathtub.
Which cut flowers can I combine hydrangeas with?
The magnificent hydrangea flowers look great in the vase without any accompaniment. But they can also be perfectly combined with other flowers and leaves. In bridal bouquets they are often used together withlilies, roses or lavender. Depending on the flower color, a combination withlarkspur, dahlias or lady's mantle is also nice to look at.
Tip
Arrange hydrangeas as a dry bouquet in vases
To enjoy your hydrangeas even longer, you can preserve them by drying them. Dry bouquets can also be showcased well in vases.
