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5 common grooming mistakes for Am a ryllis
This is how, as a florist, you get the best out of every Amaryllis .
How do you care for cutting Amaryllis for a long shelf life and strong presentation? In this blog, you will discover five common mistakes when cutting, processing, and presenting Amaryllis – and, of course, what you *can* do as a florist!
Good care starts even before the Amaryllis ends up in the bouquet or vase. With the right cutting technique, clean water, and sufficient support, the stem remains strong and every bud gets the chance to open beautifully. That means less waste in the shop, better presentation, and a flower your customer can enjoy at home for longer.
❌ Error 1: the Amaryllis cut off with scissors
Just a quick trim with the floral scissors? At Amaryllis You would be better off choosing a knife. The handle is hollow and can bruise or be damaged by the pressure of scissors.
✅ Here's how to do it right:
Cut the stem diagonally with a sharp knife just before processing. Preferably process the flower when the bud is already showing color but is not yet fully open. This way you give the Amaryllis a strong start and the customer can experience opening the flower at home themselves.
❌ Mistake 2: not working cleanly with vase and water
A strong flower deserves a clean start. Dirty water, an insufficiently cleaned vase, or plant material suspended in the water increases the risk of bacterial growth and can affect the quality of the flowers more quickly.
✅ Here's how to do it right:
Use a clean vase and clean, lukewarm water at approximately 20°C . Ensure that leaves and flower parts do not end up in the water and change the water every two days, especially at warmer temperatures. If you use cut flower food, choose a sugar-free variety.
❌ Mistake 3: getting started immediately/too quickly
Received, unpack, and straight into the arrangement? Sometimes it pays to give the flowers some time first. The hollow stems benefit from good water absorption before you start working with them.
✅ Here's how to do it right:
Leave Amaryllis After cutting, let the flowers rest and absorb water before using them. This helps strengthen the cells in the stem and provides a sturdier base for bouquets and arrangements. Especially with longer stems, this can make all the difference.
❌ Mistake 4: underestimating the weight
One of the most beautiful qualities of Amaryllis can be a challenge at the same time: those large flowers become quite heavy as soon as the buds open. As a result, the hollow stem can bend, curl, or, in the worst case, snap.
✅ Here's how to do it right:
Provide extra support to long Amaryllis stems where necessary with a support stick or elastic . You can also reinforce the bottom of the stem with floral tape or shrink wrap. In tall arrangements, using slightly shorter stems helps to limit bending.
❌ Error 5: Amaryllis presenting too warm
A nice presentation spot in the middle of the sun or next to the heater might seem attractive, but heat helps cutting Amaryllis not to stay beautiful longer.
✅ Here's how to do it right:
Store and present Amaryllis Preferably cool, around 15–20°C , out of direct sunlight and drafts. This helps keep the stems firm and ensures that the flowers can develop gradually.
Good grooming helps sell
For more practical information, view our care tips for cut Amaryllis and discover the full Amaryllis range for colors, shapes, and available varieties.
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