How to make flowers last longer in the heat
In the Pacific cities the average temperature is above 27 °C. A few basic steps make flowers last considerably longer.
- When they arrive, cut 2 cm off each stem at an angle with a clean knife or scissors.
- Remove leaves that would sit under water: they rot and cloud the water.
- Use fresh, clean water and change it every day or two.
- Keep the vase out of direct sun and away from the kitchen and heat sources.
- At night, if you can, move them to the coolest spot in the house.
- Remove wilting flowers so they do not affect the rest.
Updated: 2026-11-13