Thorndale & Area Horticultural Society

Condtioning of Plant Material
by Dian Chute

What is Conditioning?  

Conditioning involves the preparation of cut plant material prior to its arrangement, to ensure that its life is not unduly shortened. Correct conditioning will make sure that flowers and foliage last for the maximum time, providing the most value and enjoyment.

This site is an excellent reference on how to conditition.

http://www.thegardener.btinternet.co.uk/conditioning.html