Tried a new way to keep hydrangeas from wilting on delivery

I had a big wedding order in Seattle last weekend and the bride wanted blue hydrangeas, which are notorious for drooping. Instead of just cutting the stems, I dipped each one in boiling water for 30 seconds before putting them in the cooler. They stayed perky for the whole 4-hour setup and the client was thrilled. Has anyone else tried this hot water trick with other fussy flowers?

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irisg572d ago

My grandma swore by putting a copper penny in the vase water for her dahlias.

the_amy2d ago

Did she use a new penny or an old one? I've heard the older ones have more copper, but I'm not sure if it makes a difference.