How to prepare a Lily Bouquet
Preparing a lily bouquet is relatively easy, and here are some steps to guide you through the process:
Select your lilies: Choose fresh lilies that are in bud stage, so they have not fully opened yet.
Trim the stems: Using sharp scissors or a knife, trim the stems of the lilies diagonally at an angle of 45 degrees. The diagonal cut will allow the lilies to absorb more water.
Remove the leaves: Strip any foliage that will be below the water line in the vase. This will prevent the leaves from rotting and contaminating the water.
Arrange the lilies: Arrange the lilies in your preferred pattern, and make sure that they are spaced out evenly.
Tie the stems: Using a floral wire or twine, tie the stems together about an inch below the base of the flowers.
Trim the stems again: Once the stems are tied, trim them evenly to the same length.
Add water to the vase: Fill a vase with fresh water and add any flower preservative if available.
Place the bouquet in the vase: Place the lily bouquet in the vase and make sure that the stems are well submerged in the water.
Display the bouquet: Finally, display your lily bouquet in a cool, bright spot away from direct sunlight, drafts, and heat sources.
With these simple steps, you can create a beautiful and long-lasting lily bouquet