If you are still unsure how to buy beautiful, long-lasting flowers for Tet this year that won’t wilt, rot, or spoil during the holiday, apply these small tips right away.
1. Do Not Buy Tet Flowers at Night
During the days leading up to Tet, flower vendors often mix in lower-quality flowers. Therefore, you should only buy flowers for Tet during the day to carefully inspect for wilted flowers, flowers that have been glued, or those that have been sitting out since the day before.
Absolutely avoid buying flowers at night, as a moment of inattention could lead you to purchase poor-quality flowers that are neither beautiful nor long-lasting during Tet.
If possible, buy flowers directly from the garden; the price of fresh-cut flowers from the garden may be slightly cheaper than at the market.
2. Do Not Choose Flowers That Are Not Fresh or Lack Foliage
Many housewives tend to choose cheaper bouquets or flowers that are no longer fresh or lack sufficient leaves. However, this is a significant mistake when shopping.
In reality, you should select flowers that still have enough stems and leaves. If the flowers are freshly cut, both the leaves and petals will be vibrant. The stems should be green, firm, and straight, while the leaves should appear sturdy, healthy, and dark green without wilting or yellowing.
You should also opt for branches with bright colors and strong petals. If the petals feel soft, it indicates that the flowers are older and have been cut for some time.
Be cautious not to purchase frozen flowers. Frozen flowers tend to wilt quickly when exposed to sunlight. The leaves and petals will turn dark and lose their vibrant green color typical of freshly cut flowers. Additionally, pay close attention to the cut stem. If the cut is dark and bruised, it indicates that the flower has been cut for a long time and should be avoided.
3. Do Not Buy Flowers on the Afternoon of the 30th
When buying flowers for Tet, many housewives wait until the afternoon of the 30th, hoping to avoid inflated prices. However, you should abandon this habit immediately.
In fact, beautiful bouquets are sold early by vendors. While they may be priced higher at that time, they are fresh and long-lasting flowers. The leftover bouquets will be sold off at discounted prices in the final days before Tet.
4. Do Not Buy Flowers With Short Lifespans
Many people, attracted by beautiful blooms during Tet, often choose roses or other flowers with short lifespans. As a result, the vase of flowers will only last 1-2 days before wilting and looking unattractive.
Therefore, housewives should focus on purchasing flowers with longer lifespans that remain fresh for several days, such as: chrysanthemums, everlasting flowers, Japanese daisies, prosperity flowers, and lilies. These flowers can last about 5-7 days and are not difficult to care for.
5. Do Not Buy Potted Flowers Without Roots
Potted flowers like these will help retain blooms longer.
In addition to cut flowers, many Vietnamese families prioritize purchasing potted flowers during Tet. However, you should only choose potted flowers that have roots.
When buying potted flowers, you should see the soil on top of the pot being old or even moldy, indicating that the plant has not lost its roots. Potted flowers will help retain blooms longer. Conversely, if you buy flowers that have just been transferred into a pot from new soil, they will wilt quickly due to root damage and may not adapt well to the new environment. Many potted flowers die within just 2-4 days, even with careful watering.
Thus, if you buy new flowers to pot, make sure to purchase them about 2 days before Tet and ensure that the roots are intact so that the flowers can adapt and remain fresh throughout the holiday.
6. Do Not Buy Flowers From Unreliable Sellers
As Tet approaches, many informal vendors will sell fresh flowers due to high demand. However, you should only buy flowers from trusted sources that you typically use. Buying directly from gardens is the best option since the flowers are fresh, recently cut, and you can choose carefully.
The price of fresh-cut flowers from the garden may also be slightly cheaper than at the market. Therefore, you can save money while still purchasing beautiful, long-lasting flowers.
