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Buying flowers in Warsaw


sobieski  106 | 2111  
1 Nov 2012 /  #1
Since many years I am buying flowers at Hala Mirowska - wide selection, prices OK.
But since some time I notice that the quality of the flowers (yes I know they are all grown in Holland, niestety) is going down.

Bought recently quite a few times roses for my dear one, and after 3 days they were almost gone :(
Any alternative?
Yes I know on Plac Wilsona the "flower ladies" are standing there since God knows when...But any other place in the city centre?
poland_  
1 Nov 2012 /  #2
But any other place in the city centre?

Sobieskeiego just passed the junction of ul Dolna direction Wilanow.

Next to the cemetery they always seem to be fresh.

Bought recently quite a few times roses for my dear one, and after 3 days they were almost gone :(

Cut the bottoms crush them and put 2 or 3 teaspoons of sugar in the water and they will last much longer.

Here is a slightly different spin on it...

rd.com/home/8-ways-to-make-flowers-last-longer/

Sugar

Make your own preservative to keep cut flowers fresh longer. Dissolve 3 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons white vinegar per quart (liter) of warm water. When you fill the vase, make sure the cut stems are covered by 3-4 inches (7-10 centimeters) of the prepared water. The sugar nourishes the plants, while the vinegar inhibits bacterial growth. You'll be surprised how long the
Kamila Polish  - | 6  
14 Nov 2012 /  #3
"Bukieciarnia" - ul. Mokotowska 41 - is very good. They can also order flowers especially for you.

K.

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