STAY-FRESH TIPS FOR SUMMER ARRANGEMENTS

Tina Barkley, cofounder of Vancouver’s Fleurs de Villes, reveals how she keeps her bouquets looking lively in the heat.

1. Remove extra leaves and trim stems so they can soak up fresh water.

2. Fill the vase with this special recipe: 1 quart water + 2 tbsp lemon juice + 1 tbsp sugar

+ 1⁄ tsp. bleach.

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3. Keep arrangement out of direct sun.

4. Replace the water and retrim stems daily.