It appears Spring has sprung – and our supermarkets are suddenly filled with bundles of bright yellow blooms. We’re of course talking about the Daffodil: a classic flower famed for its mood-boosting vibrant colour, unusual shape, and ultra-low price. They’re a joy to look at, and a reminder that Easter is just around the corner!
Most big retailers are already flogging mini bouquets of the British flower for just £1, which is great for cash-strapped Brits not wanting to fork out £20 on a bouquet that will only last a week anyway. They’re a great way to lighten up your home, and make a lovely but budget-friendly gift for a friend or family member.
However, Elforist‘s flower expert David Denyer has warned Brits must all follow one ‘vital’ tip if they’ve recently purchased the insatiably popular blooms. Otherwise, you will risk your daffodils killing other flowers in the home- and can trigger some pretty nasty side effects on your skin.
In a statement sent to the Mirror, the ace explained how daffodils emit a ‘sticky sap’ when you cut the bottoms of their stems – and this is actually toxic to both plants and humans. David therefore recommends wearing gloves to prevent getting a rash or irritating your skin. He explained that as daffodils are ‘soft-stemmed’ – they should be cut straight across the stem and not at a 45° angle.
“While daffodils look beautiful on their own, mixing them with other flowers is an easy way to brighten up a room and create depth to your bouquet,” he added. “So to do this, simply place your cut daffodils in some water for a few hours and allow the sap to drain before adding them to an arrangement of other flowers. That’s it!”
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David explained that once you’ve done this step, you won’t have to worry about isolating your daffodils every time you cut the stems or change the water of your bouquet. “The initial draining and isolation should do the trick,” he added.
It’s also important to keep daffodils in shallow water and change it every couple of days. Overwatering daffodils can cause the bulbs to rot which will make the leaves yellow and wilt – and can even kill the bloom altogether. So, follow these simple tips and you’ll be able to enjoy a vibrant floral display for more than one week!
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