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Fresh flowers in a vase: six steps for cleaning and water changes

Clean the vase before arranging cut flowers, then maintain fresh water, flower food and healthy stems.

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A vase is more than a container of water. The Royal Horticultural Society recommends a clean vase, regularly renewed water, and attention to the stems. Handle fragile glass and dirty vase water carefully.

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1. Remove dying blooms and leaves, and discard old vase water. Do not use a vase if the glass is cracked.
2. Wash the empty vase thoroughly with detergent and a bottle brush, reaching into its narrow neck. Follow material-specific care directions for delicate vases.
3. Rinse away detergent completely and refill with clean water. Work on a stable surface to avoid tipping the vase.
4. If using commercial cut-flower food, dissolve it as directed on the package. Do not improvise mixtures of household cleaners or chemicals.
5. Remove foliage that would sit below the waterline and recut stem ends according to the flower type. Handle knives and scissors carefully and keep them away from children.
6. Check water levels every few days, and, as RHS advises, replace the water and trim stems every two to four days. Remove dying blooms and keep the vase in a cooler spot away from radiators and direct heat.

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