Creating Gorgeous Cut Flower Bouquets from a Summer Cottage Garden 💐

To maintain fresh cut flowers in a vase, remove all foliage from the stems that will sit below the water level to prevent rotting. For the water, using fresh water and changing it every day is recommended. Some suggest adding a tiny bit of bleach to kill bacteria or a little bit of sugar as feed for the flowers. Make sure to cut the stems at a 45-degree angle, and some sources recommend cutting them while submerged to prevent air from entering the stems.

The best time to cut flowers for bouquets is in the morning. This is when plants are most hydrated and the flowers will be freshest.

Yes, you can make bouquets from garden flowers. You don't need as many flowers as you might think to create a beautiful bouquet — just one or two stems of each can be enough.

Some people suggest adding a tiny bit of bleach to the water to kill bacteria, which can help the flowers last longer. Others recommend adding a bit of sugar to feed the flowers. However, experts' opinions vary, and some simply recommend using fresh water without any additives.

When preparing flowers for a vase, cut the stems at a 45-degree angle to maximize water intake. Remove any leaves that will be below the waterline to prevent rot, and consider cutting stems underwater to prevent air from entering.

Yes, in addition to flowers, you can use various types of garden foliage to add to your bouquets. This can include grasses, eucalyptus, or any other greenery that complements the flowers and adds texture and volume to the arrangement.

Wildflowers can make a beautiful addition to bouquets. However, if you're foraging for wildflowers, be sure to do so responsibly and without disturbing the natural environment.