{"id":166510,"date":"2025-05-16T14:14:10","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T12:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/debloemist.nl\/?p=166510"},"modified":"2026-01-15T16:21:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T15:21:04","slug":"why-a-clean-vase-is-essential","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/inspiratie\/why-a-clean-vase-is-essential\/","title":{"rendered":"Why a clean vase is essential"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"220\">Why a clean vase is the secret to a longer-lasting bouquet<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"641\">Why a clean vase is essential when you receive or order a beautiful <a class=\"\" title=\"Flower delivery\" href=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/bouquets\/\" data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"306\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">bouquet of flowers<\/a> from <a class=\"\" title=\"deBloemist\" href=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/\" data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"369\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">deBloemist.nl<\/a>. Of course you want to enjoy it for as long as possible. One of the most important \u2013 and often forgotten \u2013 factors for the longevity of flowers is a <strong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"533\">clean vase<\/strong>. In this blog, we explain why this is so important and how you can easily ensure the right care.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"670\">The impact of bacteria<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"979\">A dirty vase contains residues of old water, leaves and flowers, and is a breeding ground for bacteria. These bacteria attack the stems of new flowers, causing them to wilt faster. Even a small amount of dirt in the vase can shorten the life of a bouquet by several days.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"979\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-166166 size-post\" title=\"Why a clean vase is important\" src=\"https:\/\/debloemist.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-pours-water-into-a-vase-in-flower-shop-2024-11-27-21-43-37-utc-1-477x360.jpg\" alt=\"Why a clean vase is important\" width=\"477\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-pours-water-into-a-vase-in-flower-shop-2024-11-27-21-43-37-utc-1-477x360.jpg 477w, https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-pours-water-into-a-vase-in-flower-shop-2024-11-27-21-43-37-utc-1-755x570.jpg 755w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1018\">How do you clean a vase properly?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1077\">Cleaning a vase is simple but effective:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1359\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1146\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1146\">Use hot water and a dash of bleach or cleaning vinegar.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1219\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1219\">Use a dishwashing brush to loosen any caked-on residue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1290\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1290\">Rinse the vase thoroughly with clean water before placing flowers in it.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1359\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1359\">Let the vase air dry or dry with a clean tea towel.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1435\">Repeat this step every time you receive or order a new bouquet.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1477\">Combine with other care tips<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1559\">In addition to a clean vase, there is more you can do for a long-lasting bouquet:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1819\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1620\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1620\">Cut the flowers diagonally before placing them in water.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1759\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1759\">Always use fresh water and add the supplied cut flower food.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1819\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1819\">Do not place the bouquet in direct sunlight or near fruit.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-166171 size-post\" title=\"How to properly clean a vase\" src=\"https:\/\/debloemist.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-making-flowers-arrangement-in-shop-2024-11-26-13-50-22-utc-477x360.jpg\" alt=\"How to properly clean a vase\" width=\"477\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-making-flowers-arrangement-in-shop-2024-11-26-13-50-22-utc-477x360.jpg 477w, https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-making-flowers-arrangement-in-shop-2024-11-26-13-50-22-utc-755x570.jpg 755w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"2099\">You can find more care tips in our blogs:<br \/>\n<a class=\"cursor-pointer\" title=\"5 tips\" href=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/inspiratie\/taking-care-of-flowers-with-our-5-tips\/\" data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1992\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">How to care for flowers like a professional<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2137\">A fresh start for every bouquet<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2472\">Whether you choose a colorful <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" title=\"mixed bouquet\" href=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/products\/bouquets\/mixed-bouquets\/\" data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2252\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">mixed bouquet<\/a>, an elegant <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" title=\"rose bouquet\" href=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/products\/bouquets\/beautiful-roses\/\" data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2327\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">rose bouquet<\/a>, or a cheerful <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" title=\"field bouquet\" href=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/products\/bouquets\/picking-bouquet\/\" data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2414\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">field bouquet<\/a>, with a clean vase you give your flowers the best start.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2731\">A \u200b\u200bsimple cleaning can make all the difference between a bouquet that stays beautiful for a few days or one that lets you enjoy fresh colors and scents for over a week. So always take a moment for that clean vase \u2013 your flowers will thank you!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2731\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-166169 size-post\" title=\"Flowers in a clean vase\" src=\"https:\/\/debloemist.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-making-flowers-arrangement-in-shop-2024-11-27-19-45-38-utc-477x360.jpg\" alt=\"Flowers in a clean vase\" width=\"477\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-making-flowers-arrangement-in-shop-2024-11-27-19-45-38-utc-477x360.jpg 477w, https:\/\/flowers-holland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/florist-making-flowers-arrangement-in-shop-2024-11-27-19-45-38-utc-755x570.jpg 755w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why a clean vase is the secret to a longer-lasting bouquet Why a clean vase is essential when you receive or order a beautiful bouquet of flowers from deBloemist.nl. 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