Ray Jenkins (u/ray147)

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ray147•1mo ago

Pro tip: Switching to lukewarm water fixed my quick-wilting lilies

I had a big issue with lilies in funeral arrangements wilting too fast, which was really upsetting for families. Before, I used cold water straight from the tap and figured that was just how lilies were. After talking to another florist, I learned water temperature can change how flowers drink. I tested it by putting some lilies in lukewarm water and others in cold, both with flower food. The lukewarm batch stayed firm and bright for over a week, while the cold ones sagged in just a few days. Now I always fill vases with lukewarm water and see a huge improvement. It costs nothing to try and makes a real difference for sensitive flowers like lilies. My clients have noticed and it's helped build trust in my service.

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