Recut the stems on arrival, put in cool water in a clean vase, and keep out of direct sunlight. Change the water & recut the stems 1/4" every other day.
This will help the flowers take up water more effectively & prevent bacteria buildup that can shorten their lifespan.
Carter and Shelley Dodd have cultivated several acres of farmland near Athens spread over two properties. Along with exceptional veggies, the couple specializes in growing a large variety of Georgia's most beautiful flowers. The Dodd Family firmly believes that locally grown, sustainably raised vegetables cannot be matched in quality and flavor by the mass producers.
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