: Mix a teaspoon of sugar (for energy) and a few drops of bleach (to kill bacteria) into fresh vase water.
When a bloom is beyond saving for the vase, it can still serve a new purpose: Wilting Blooms
: Lay flat blooms between sheets of absorbent paper inside a heavy book for two weeks. Use these for greeting cards or framed wall decor. : Mix a teaspoon of sugar (for energy)
: For woody stems like roses or hydrangeas, re-cut the stem at a 45-degree angle and place the bottom inch into just-boiled water for 10–60 minutes. This forces out air bubbles so water can flow freely again. : For woody stems like roses or hydrangeas,
: Trim an inch off the stems and submerge them in deep, lukewarm water for about three hours.
: Dry the petals and mix them with essential oils (like lavender or rose) to create a natural room fragrance.