A flower is not eternal.
Its life cycle is more or less long depending on its species and the conditions in which it grows.
It is therefore quite normal for it to fade in the short or medium term.
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Should faded flowers be removed from plants?
Affirmative.
It is first of all a
question of the energy
of the plant, of its vitality.
By removing faded flowers, you are helping to simplify its daily life, allowing it to be strengthened at the same time so that it retains its vigor, beauty and elegance and above all offers the possibility for other flowers that are still fresh to bloom more easily, whether they are flowers in flowerbeds, beds or planters.
In addition, the plant may even produce other flowers and more imposing foliage and its flowering may last longer.
In addition, not leaving faded flowers also contributes to the
proper functioning of plants
, by preventing them from rotting and spreading among all the elements of the plant and that the latter ends up in the trash.
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Exceptions
Some flowers cannot be cut at any time.
It is necessary to wait for a particular season, as is the case for example for the flowers of the Hydrangea hydrangea, which can be removed at the end of winter or those of the camellia, at the beginning of summer.
How to remove faded flowers?
This practice should be done regularly.
Using a pair of scissors or secateurs.
If the stem is brown, it is recommended to cut well at the base, not just the flower.
Then, the plant must be cut back, so that the stem which has just been cut can start up again and branch out.
It is recommended to disinfect the material between each plant in order to avoid any risk of contamination.
Advice
Also examine the foliage and the whole plant to check its vitality.
How to recycle faded flowers?
If you want to keep your faded flowers, some can find new life by having a different use instead of ending up in the bottom of the trash.
Use them in a vase as a bouquet
If the cut stems are tall, you can gather the flowers together to make a bouquet that will decorate the sideboard or the coffee table for many months.
A very trendy bohemian touch.
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Use for compost
Cut into small pieces, you can mix them with the peelings and other elements that make up your compost, which will enrich it to feed your garden.
Turn them into jam or syrup
Savored on a slice of fresh bread for breakfast.
Head to the stove to first macerate the petals – untreated and washed in lemon water before integrating them a few hours later in boiling water and white sugar.
For the mixture to set well, stir regularly.
Then pour it into glass jars and let cool.
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If you prefer to use the petals to make a syrup, the process is the same, just replace the white sugar with cane syrup, then filter the non-liquid elements before returning to the boil box a second time.
A table decoration
You have planned a dinner with guests or a surprise for your soul mate.
The petals can be used as a table runner, complemented by candles or elements from the same universe, for example rhinestones, for a festive or romantic atmosphere.
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To have beautiful skin
Rose petals known for their softening power can therefore be transformed into a 100% natural beauty product.
To do this, simply boil water and add the petals to obtain rose water, which you can apply to the face to soothe irritation.
Make it into works of art
Do you enjoy the color of your flowers and also to create?
The solution is to make tables out of them.
Place the flower parts you need (stem, leaves, petals) or the whole flower between two heavy weight books to flatten them and dry them.
The waiting time is about 3 weeks before taking them out and placing them either directly between the cardboard and the frame, or sticking them on a support with a plain background.
Then hang the frame in the middle of your living room.
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Create a potpourri
For a composition embellished with fruits, spices, floral essential oils and dried flowers, which will perfume a room, it is necessary, first of all, to dry the petals on an absorbent sheet in a place at the once airy and not damp, and change sides from time to time for even drying after about ten days.
If you can't wait, you can put them on a paper towel and put them in the oven at 130°C for an hour.
Tips
You can add citrus slices or a cinnamon stick.
