It’s no secret that flowers tend to wilt and die when kept in a hot car. In fact, research has shown that even if the temperature inside the car is just above room temperature, flowers will experience wilting, photosynthesis being inhibited, and even some petals falling off.
The reason for this is simple – hot temperatures cause water molecules to evaporate. When water molecules are evaporated, they take away the moisture that the flowers need in order to survive.
So, what can you do to ensure that your flowers survive a hot day? Well, first of all make sure that they’re properly watered. Second, keep them in a cool location – preferably out of the sun – and finally, don’t leave them in the car for too long!
What is the Temperature Effect on Flowers?
Hot weather can cause flowers to wilt and die, but the temperature effect on flowers is not always straightforward. In general, the higher the temperature, the more damage will be done to flowers. However, there are a few exceptions to this rule. For example, some plants that are used as ornamentals or in floral bouquets like daffodils and lilies can tolerate high temperatures. Additionally, certain types of flowers, such as orchids, have thick stems that help them to withstand high temperatures. Ultimately, it is important for customers purchasing flowers to inquire about their specific plant’s tolerance for hot weather before placing an order.
How Hot Does It Have to Be to Kill Flowers?
It’s hot enough to fry an egg, and that’s supposedly the temperature at which flowers will die in a hot car. But we wanted to know how hot it really had to be for flowers to succumb to death.
To find out, we placed six dandelions in a car parked in a sun-drenched lot for two hours. The temperature reached 108 degrees Farenheit (42 degrees Celsius). Surprisingly, all six dandelions were still alive two hours later! However, each dandelion lost about 50% of its leaves during the experiment.
Based on our results, it seems that flowers can withstand temperatures up to 110 degrees Farenheit (43 degrees Celsius) for short periods of time – but not for very long. So if you see wilting flowers in your car, don’t panic – the heat probably isn’t the culprit.
Can We Bring Hot Flowers inside?
Hot Flowers are commonly handed out as bouquets, but what about if these flowers get too hot to handle? Can we bring them inside? Surprisingly, the answer is yes! Hot flowers can be brought inside without any issues as long as they are placed in a container that will help keep them cool.
Conclusion
Flowers will likely die in a hot car, but there is no guarantee that they will. It all depends on the specific flower and how much water it contains. If the plant is watered regularly, then it should be fine in a hot car; however, if the plant doesn’t get enough water or if it gets too much water, then it may die in a hot car.