How Long Will Cut Flowers Last?

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How long cut flowers last depends on the type of flower. Most bouquets last 7 to 10 days if kept cool, away from direct sunlight and fed with floral food.

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Nannette Richford is an avid gardener, teacher and nature enthusiast with more than four years' experience in online writing. Richford holds a Bachelor of Science in secondary education from the University of Maine Orono and certifications in teaching 7-12 English, K-8 General Elementary and Birth to age 5.

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