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Filler Flower Care: Keep the water in the vase of your Solidago
fresh. Replace the water every 3 days with cold water keeping
the water level near the top of the vase.
Re-cut 1/2" from
the base of each Solidago stem under water using a sharp
knife
with each water change. Remove any foliage that may become
submerged after re-cutting.
Variety note: Solidago
is often thought to be the cause of hay fever in many households.
It's actually a different outdoor plant that blooms at the same time
called "Ragweed". In Latin Solidago means "To
strengthen" or "To make whole". Solidago is a very diverse
plant, it can be
cultivated in the garden as an annual or a herb.
Solidago has several medicinal properties. It dries well
and can be used in crafts. Dye can even be made from its flowers.
During fall tinted Solidago becomes available for a short
period. Solidago measures between 18" to 24" in length and is sold
in 7 to 10 stem bunches.
A new Solidago has recently been introduced called Mardi Gras.
It comes packaged with four stems to the bunch. Each stem has 5
long laterals. This new 20 stem bunch is an excellent value for
flower shops.
Common Names Include: Solidago,
Solidaster, Goldenrod, Mardi Gras Solidago.
Add a commercial floral preservative such as AquaPlus or
FloraLife to the vase that contains your Solidago with
each water change. Floral preservative helps to prevent bacteria
growth, aids in keeping vase water clear, and feeds your flowers
and foliages insuring a longer vase life.
To
make your own cut flower food mix 1/2 teaspoon of table sugar to a
quart of cold water... mixing thoroughly.
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