Characteristics and Longevity of Flowers
Here is a short list of flowers and their normal longevity considering that they are cut from the stem with minimal dry time and proper care.
5 to 6 days
- Roses (will last longer with recutting every 3 to 4 days),
- tulips,
- jonquils,
- lily of the valley
- bachelor buttons
1 week
- Gerbera daisies,
- iris,
- dahlia,
- delphinium,
- enchantment lily,
- stock,
- snapdragons
10 days
- Alstroemeria lilies,
- gladiolas,
- lisianthus,
- liatris,
- statice,
- caspia,
- wax flower,
Longer
- Carnations,
- mums,
- daisies,
- babies breath,
- cremones.
Now when you pick out flowers at your favorite flower shop, you won’t be disappointed with the longevity of your choice if you know how long the normal shelf life of each variety is.
