When arranging iris, peonies and poppies, choose stems that have mature beds, but not open. I like cutting late in the day after the sun has gone down. Cut on an angle and remove all leaves that will be in the water line. Plunge into water with floral preservative added. Let sit overnight and arrange in the morning, making a new cut an inch up the stem. Poppy stems are best seared with a flame or I also cut up the stem by slicing into sections 1-2" up. This arrangement was done in the evening; this morning two iris are opening up. The peonies and poppies will open up during the day. Remove spent blooms, when needed. Change the water every 3-4 days, if possible. Arrangements will last a week or more. Put in a cool, dark place overnight for longer lasting results. |
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