Marigolds as Cut Flowers
Whether calendula is suitable for cut flowers
In the world, those who discuss flowers often explore whether calendula can be cut flowers. Calendula flowers are colorful and beautiful, and they are common in gardens. There are many colors, yellow like the sun, orange like sunset, when they bloom, they are dazzling.
However, if you want to see whether it is a cut flower, you need to observe various characteristics. First, cut flowers need to have a long vase life. The texture of the stem of calendula may not support the flower in the vase for a long time, and it is easy to wilt. Although its flowers are bright, when the vase is inserted, it may lose its fresh state in a few days, which is slightly shorter than other cut flowers, such as roses and lilies.
Second, the flower shape of the cut flower is also important. The flower shape of the calendula may not be regular enough, the petals are arranged in some people's eyes, or it is not delicate. The center of the flower is slightly less elegant than many flowers specially cultivated for cut flowers.
Third, cut flowers need to be easy to handle and keep fresh after harvest. After picking, calendula is quite sensitive to changes in the environment. If the temperature and humidity are slightly uncomfortable, it is easy to decay. In long-distance transportation and storage, it is difficult to maintain good appearance, which is also an obstacle to cutting flowers.
However, calendula is not completely uncut. In a small family gathering, pick a few branches from the court and insert them into the bottle. Its bright color can add a little vitality to the room. Although it cannot last for a long time, it can be viewed and felt by people in a short time.
In summary, although marigolds have certain ornamental value, in the field of professional cut flowers, due to the above limitations, it is difficult to be the best choice; however, in the daily home decoration, occasionally, it is not interesting.
