Gerbera daisy cut flower care

How do you properly cut Gerbera Daisies for flower arrangements? I do not want to damage or shock the plants I have All are beautiful at this time and full of flowers.

 

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Cut the stem as close to the center of the plant as possible without cutting into the crown. Take cuttings early in the morning and place immediately in a clean container with tepid water. Add a floral perservative to the water and allow the flowers to drink for a few hours.

Gerbera daisies have a tendency to turn to the light (phototropic) so when hydrating Gerberas, suspend their heads in a grid wire mesh to keep the stems straight or wrap the stems in damp newspaper and stand them upright in a vase of water for several hours before use.

For longer life, change the water and recut the stems every 2-3 days .

 

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