Does bleach make roses live longer?

Because I got roses for my Sweet 16, and I want them to last as long as possible! Any help would be appreciated!

Does bleach make roses live longer?
You'll find a lot of mis-information being passed on and on many websites.





The bleach won't make them last longer, but a drop or two will help minimize the bacteria, etc. that will grow in the water.





1] change water daily


2] make a new SLANTED cut about 1/2" up from the bottom


Do this under running water, with a sharp knife and immediately place in a the vase with the clean water.


Scissors will crush the stem and water will not be able to get transmitted.


The stems tend to "seal" if cut in the open air.





"aspirin", "sugar" or any of the other home remedies have not been proven to work [people just believe they do]





This is the best answer I can offer.





additional: go to the florist or grocery floral section and ask them for a package of cut flower preserver; most will give it for free.
Reply:No. Bleach, if anything, would cause the roses to wilt faster.


You should just cut the stems at an angle and put two aspirin in the vase with water. The aspirin makes the capillary action happen more effectively and keeps cut flowers fresh longer. Be sure to never let the top of the angle of the cut get above water.