# How to Keep Daffodils Alive Longer
Things You'll Need
- Sharp scissors or floral knife
- Basket
- Vase
- Floral preservative
- 1 tbsp. sugar or white vinegar
Instructions
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Cut the daffodil blooms first thing in the morning with a pair of sharp scissors or floral knife. The morning is when the flowers are at their most fragrant.
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Place the flowers carefully into a basket or hold them loosely in your hands. Check the flowers for any insects and remove any dead or wilting leaves and blooms.
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Hold the the tips of the daffodil stems under cool running water. Cut the bottom 1-inch of the stems at an angle with sharp scissors or floral knife. Cutting the stems at a diagonal will allow them to more effectively absorb water.
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Fill a vase 1/4 full with warm water. Add floral preservative, available at a local florist, to the water. If unavailable, add 1 tbsp. sugar or white vinegar to the water to help increase the bloom's longevity
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Arrange the flowers inside the vase. To keep the blooms more vibrant, store the vase in a cool spot, away from direct sunlight.
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Change the water and floral preservative every two to three days.
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