HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -For most cut flowers, the ideal range is from 33°F to 35°F. Tropical flowers, however, require 50 to 55°F. Temperatures above the optimum levels reduce vase life and quality. Keeping flowers cool slows down respiration rate and maximizes vase life.

Detailed explanation-2: -Exotic flowers Most flower and foliage crops (for example, roses and carnations) of temperate origin can be held in the short-term (less than seven days) using wet storage (with a conditioning solution) at a temperature of 10 to 20oC and with 95 to 98% relative humidity.