I want to use ivy leaves around my flower stands, so they wont be getting any water. As my Family will be doing most of my flowers I am wondering how long in advance can we do the ivy without it starting to look really bad.
Is it save to do the day before?
I want to use Ivy leaves for my Wedding, how long can they last without water?
I assume you are cutting the ivy from a plant.
If so - cut it atleast a day ahead and submerge in warm water, let set for a hour or two then add ice to the water, keep adding ice until ready to use - this is called conditioning and will help you to get the best longevity. Ivy takes in moisture through its leaves, so if possible mist when you put it out and again the next monring before the cremony.
Also, the older the ivy is (darker green) the better/longer it holds up with out water. the newest growth will shrivel first so you might cut off the tips to avoid a negative look
That said - if it was me, I would put out as late as possible (not the bride but a trusted friend, right before the cremony) This would garentee you the best look.
Reply:Maybe you could test how long they live with no water before the ceremony. If it were my wedding I would see for myself. Get a small strand of Ivy and leave it out (similar conditions would be helpful). I imagine they would last 30 hours our so without looking withered and shriveled, but that is a guess. For your big day I wouldn't take any chances - test it out before hand - and if they DONT last - florists sell those little "caps" that you pop on the bottom of flowers for corsages, that hold water, if you need to, this could be a solution for your Ivy. Good luck and congratulations!
Reply:I wouldn't swear to this, and maybe it depends on the type of ivy you use...but ivy is pretty hardy and can go for a while without water. I would definitley get some and take it out for several days or at least twice as long as you plan to have them out of the water just to be safe.
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