How to determine if roses are fresh

Giving flowers is an ancient and pleasant tradition. 

Flowers were the first jewelry of a woman. That is why the female sex loves them so much until now. And now men do not mind receiving such gifts. 

Buying flowers, everyone wants to choose a fresh bouquet to make it last longer. 

Freshness of flowers, in particular roses to determine the strength of not only the florist. Anyone can do it, knowing a few secrets.

When buying a rose should pay attention to the whole flower, not just the bud. If the flowers are freshly cut, they will last a month. 

Pay attention to the fragrance emanating from the flower. The fresher the rose, the brighter and more intense the odor.

The buds should be firm and firm when lightly pressed. Half-open buds mean that the flower is alive.

Such a bouquet will keep you happy for longer.

Dark edging of petals indicates that the rose is not the first day. You shouldn't take it. However, as well as with beautiful water droplets on the buds - it can provoke a soon rotting flower.

Sepals (green leaves at the base of the bud) of fresh roses are directed upwards. If they are removed, it is worth thinking about the cause. 

Curled and dried leaves indicate an old flower. 

They should be bright green, with a glossy sheen, free of plaque, supple, intact and dense. 

When you put the flowers in water, remove the leaves from the lower part of the stem.

They should not get into the water to avoid the appearance of microorganisms. And more moisture will reach the bud.