What is the best way of keeping a rose alive?

My mother used to put sugar in the flower water. Not sure if that helps, but she said it made them last longer.

“My momma always said…”

@oratio Thanks, i’ll try it out

flower shops have little packets they will give you to make them last longer. Always cut a bit of the stem off with sharp knife or scissors. I’ve heard the cut ends close themselves off over time so they can’t get enough water.. I’ve also been told a penny in the water works. keep them away from heat sources.

Cut the stems under water, in the sink, and then put them directly in the vase.

And when you cut them, cut the stem in a slanting way to maximize the area taking up water.

Stick her in an alternate universe with her mother, father and human Doctor…

I also heard sugar in the water helps, change the water frequently and keep them away from any heat source, example, radiator, burning fireplace…ect.

@evegrimm somebody’s been watching too much Dr Who

bleach! i heard that putting a splash of bleach into the water would make the flowers last longer. it’s supposed to kill bacteria or something…