Yahoo News Flower expert warns of common rose mistake that can make blooms 'wilt and die'
Having a vase full of roses in your home is a great way to instantly brighten up a room and add a touch of glamour.
And although they are fairly easy to look after, one very common mistake could cause your blooms to wilt and die much quicker - which is never ideal, especially as they can often be expensive.
That's according to experts at flower delivery service Eflorist, who say that knowing the correct way to care for your flowers can keep them thriving for much longer.
You might think that roses need sunlight in order to thrive, which is absolutely true. However, you should always be careful where you place roses around your home, as too much heat and sunlight can damage them.
That's according to flower expert David Denyer from Eflorist, who has issued a warning about the potential risks of direct sunlight on your blooms.
He said: "Whilst roses absolutely need the sun to survive, their best temperature is between 18 and 22 degrees celsius, so you must ensure they aren’t too warm.
"If the flowers or the water does get too warm, the flowers can start to wilt quickly, and ultimately die faster."
Keeping them out of any harsh rays and within the recommended temperature should be enough to keep them thriving, according to David.
As well as doing this, you should also always make sure to keep them in a clean vase. Not only will this make them look more presentable, but it could also boost their lifespan.
David explained: "It’s important to always place your flowers in a clean vase, so be sure to scrub it with warm water and washing up liquid first.
"If you don’t have a vase on hand, fill your sink up with some fresh water and place them in there. Cold or lukewarm water works best for this.
"Whilst it may not be the most aesthetically pleasing bouquet whilst in the sink, keeping them in water from the moment you get them is crucial to their health and growth."
And before placing them in the vase, you should remember to give the stems a quick cut - roughly about an inch or so.
This increases the surface area, and allows the roses to take in more water, so continue to cut the stems every few days to keep this up.
