Published in Scientific Papers. Series B. Horticulture., Vol. LVII
Written by Szidónia KOSZEGHI
Flowers have an important role in our lives. They have been part of our celebrations since the beginning of time. Being associated to many occasions and events, they express a range of feelings and atmosphere. Flowers give us joy, they fill us with a sense of peace and purity, and in time of sorrow they bring comfort and relief. Their beauty can light up our darkest days. Our ancestors used flowers as the symbol of fertility and renewal. Flowers can be given as a gift almost any time and to anyone. Most people, women in particular, have a special talent in choosing flowers and offering them as a gift. In any culture or civilization flowers have always been a comforting presence for mankind. Objectives: The purpose of my thesis is the prolongation of the lifespan of the cut Hydrangea. During our experiment we’ll analyze the effect of some Hungarian and Dutch floral preservatives on the Hydrangeas. The results will then be compared, while monitoring the life processes of the flowers in question.
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