Lilies closing up too fast after I make bouquets

I read that a little sugar in the water can help. Do you have other tricks to keep them open longer?

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mila6311mo agoTop Commenter

Trimming the stems underwater helped my lilies stay open longer.

amy_adams131mo ago

My florist in Brooklyn always recommends a 45-degree cut underwater. She says it stops air bubbles from blocking the water uptake, which makes total sense. Have you ever tried using warm water with a spoon of sugar for them too? I found that combo keeps the blooms looking fresh for days longer. Why is this kind of basic care not common knowledge yet?

quinn_wood27d ago

Oh nice, that underwater trick is solid. I started using warm water with a bit of sugar too, and it really does help them last.