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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Rachel Bull

How often should I change the water in a vase of flowers? Our expert florist weighs in

Pink red yellow and orange spring flowers in vase on green floral background.

The feeling of being given a bouquet of beautiful, fresh flowers is one of the most uplifting there is. Breathing in the scent and noticing the textures and colors is a truly joyful thing. So of course, once you’ve arranged your stems into a vase at home, you will want to make sure they last for as long as possible. 

There are lots of things you can do to keep your flowers fresh in a vase. Many of us will have heard about putting a coin in the water, or even a tiny drop of household bleach. But as a floral designer, the most important piece of advice I can give you is to simply refresh the water regularly. 

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