Srinagar, June 16 -- The good news is that extending the life of your flowers at home doesn't require expert knowledge - just an understanding of a few fundamental principles based on plant physiology and care.

Care Begins the Moment You Receive the Bouquet

From the moment you receive your bouquet - whether it's wrapped in paper, arranged in a vase, or part of a decorativeflower basket- its freshness starts counting down. The faster you take the first steps in flower care, the greater the chance your arrangement will remain vibrant, fragrant, and visually appealing.

Notably, floral arrangements often spend hours or days in transit, sometimes under less-than-ideal conditions. That's why step one is to help the bouquet recover.

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