flThe Benefits of Flower Food: Why It’s Essential for Fresh Blooms
What is "flower food"?
Flower food typically contains three essential components:
* Sugar - provides nutrients and energy for the flowers, helping them stay fresh longer.
* Acid - balances the pH of the water, allowing the flowers to absorb more efficiently through the stems.
* Biocide - reduces bacteria and mold growth in the water, keeping your flowers and water cleaner.
The benefits of using flower food
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Nourishment for your blooms. Fresh-cut flowers no longer have access to their natural source of nutrients. Flower food supplies the necessary sugar to keep your flowers nourished, helping them stay bright and healthy for longer.
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Improves water absorption by lowering the pH of the water, the acid in flower food helps the stems absorb water more efficiently. This means your flowers get the hydration they need to stay vibrant.
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Keeps the water clean. Bacteria and mold can quickly build up in standing water, causing your flowers to wilt faster. The biocide in flower food prevents harmful bacteria from growing, keeping the water fresh and your flowers looking their best.
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Extends flower life by providing the nutrients and maintaining clean water, flower food extends the life of your flowers. A small packet of food can keep your blooms fresh for days longer than water alone.
When to use flower food?
Every time you get fresh flowers, be sure to add flower food to the water. It’s especially important when you change the water every couple of days - adding fresh flower food ensures your blooms continue to get the nourishment they need.
Using flower food is an easy way to maximize the beauty and lifespan of your fresh-cut flowers. Want the freshest blooms to pair with your flower food? Order from Floridens Flowers and Gifts today and keep your flowers looking amazing even longer!
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