Chlorine Dioxide Reduces Bacteria and Increases Vase Life of Fresh Cut Flowers
Subject:
Chlorine Dioxide Reduces Bacteria and Increases Vase Life
Abstract:
Cut flower longevity is often reduced by an accumulation of bacteria in floral solutions and flower stems. Chlorine dioxide (ClO2), a broad spectrum bactericide commercially used for sanitizing fruit and vegetable surfaces, was tested to determine its potential use as an antimicrobial agent for fresh cut flower stems and solutions.
Source: • American Floral Endowment Special Research Reports #448
Libraries: Floriculture