Water is essential for flowers to develop optimally. Water fills up the growing cells in the cut flower and provides strength. Water is also the carrier of all nutrients needed for the natural development of leaf and flower. Water shortage irrevocably leads to limp stems, leaves and flowers and ultimately to premature wilting and end of vase life.

Cutting a piece off the stem of the flower is essential for its ability to absorb water and flower food, in order to develop in a natural way. Cutting also implies creating a wound, which could become infected. Blunt knives and cutting tools, and the resulting stem damage from their use, can lead to an explosive growth of micro-organisms in containers and vases. Therefore, the cleaner the cut, the better it is for the flower.

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Chrysal flower food contains primarily sugars. Legally, flower foods do not qualify as foodstuffs and they are not meant for human or animal consumption. Consumption of Chrysal flower food and/or Chrysal Christmas Tree food should not cause any health problems, considering its composition, however, we would never recommend this.

Chrysal Clear flower food comes in many shapes and sizes, from powder to liquid, from Universal to speciality, and in different sizes and look-and-feel. Cut flower food provides all the necessary ingredients for full development of buds and blooms, and helps to increase vase life by up to 60% compared to water alone. It mixes easily and clearly with water and is odourless.

Are you searching for ways to keep your flowers fresher for a longer time? Look no further than flower food! This powerful solution can significantly enhance the life and appearance of your blooms. In this article, we'll delve into the importance of flower food, its primary components, and why it's crucial for maintaining the freshness and beauty of your flowers.

Direct sunlight and high temperatures should be avoided as much as possible. This may sound contradictory, because light and heat are essential for the growth of plants, for the so-called photosynthesis. For the best growth there should be a good balance in climate between temperature, light and humidity. 

Most households have more than one vase, so the appropriate one may be chosen for the size of the bouquet and the vases will be stored for some time while not in use. Therefore vases are often at least slightly, and sometimes greatly, contaminated by bacteria. For this reason it is always a good idea to scrub and rinse each vase before use. This gives both the flowers and the vase water a fresh and clean start in order to help vase life performance.

Draught can be a problem throughout the plant journey, from grower to consumer. It causes the plant’s moisture to evaporate to a greater degree than it can absorb and it will wilt. The stomata on the underneath the leaf regulate not only the moisture and cooling process, but also the carbon dioxide and oxygen exchange with the surrounding air. If there is little air movement, the air layer around the leaf forms a protective cushion against excessive evaporation.

Have you ever wondered why cut flowers wilt so quickly? Drafts can be a major cause. Drafts cause rapid evaporation of moisture in the flower, causing the flower to dry out faster. This can lead to premature wilting of the flower and a shorter lifespan.

Cut flowers are sensitive to temperature changes and should therefore be protected from cold drafts. Do not place the flowers in a location with a constant airflow, such as near an open window, air conditioning, or fan. This can also affect the color intensity of the flower.

Direct sunlight and high temperatures should be avoided as much as possible. This may sound contradictory, because light and heat are essential for the growth of plants, so-called photosynthesis. For an optimal growth there should be a good balance in climate between temperature, light and humidity. A plant in direct sunlight and high temperatures also need a high humidity, which is often lacking in room conditions.