30. Picking and pulsing
Irrigate prior to harvest to ensure stems are turgid. Harvest in cool conditions,
cutting stem on an angle to maximise water uptake. Place stems in clean
water at ambient temperature for a minimum of 2 hours. Stems should then
be cool stored at 6‐8°C for at least 4‐6 hours prior to packing. They must be
cool stored post packing and for at least 2 hours prior to dispatch to help
maintain vase life.