Agrostemma githago 'milas'

Summer is in full swing, and the cutting flowers in the garden are at their best. We can now often gather armfuls of flowers and create beautiful bouquets. But how do you start such a bouquet? Are there things you should consider, and how do you keep your bouquet fresh in a vase for a long time? We share all our tips in this blog post. 

A good bouquet begins in the garden. Pick early in the morning or late in the evening when it's still cool outside. If you pick during the day when it's very hot, like in full sun, flowers lose moisture quickly. They wilt faster and don't last as long in a vase. Also, don't use a blunt kitchen scissors, but opt for a sharp and clean knife or a flower scissors. This results in a much cleaner cut, allowing the flowers to absorb water better and longer. Pick when the flowers are just not fully open. At this stage, their vase life is longest.

Take a bucket of water and let the flowers rest in a cool place. This allows any small insects to escape from the flowers and lets them soak up plenty of water. Only then can you start arranging your bouquet.

Not in the mood for a classic bouquet in a vase, but still want to experiment with flowers at home? Fortunately, there are plenty of alternatives to try.