Discover the amazing effect of potatoes to extract pigments from roses
Roses are beautiful flowers that offer a wide range of bright colors. However, sometimes the roses you buy aren’t as colorful as you hoped. Fortunately, there is an amazing and natural way to extract pigments from roses using potatoes.
Potatoes contain enzymes and acids that can help extract pigments from rose petals gently, revealing more intense and vibrant colours. Here is how to proceed:
Materials required:
- Some roses of your choice
- Some potatoes
- Sharp knife
- Glass container
- Water
Steps to follow:
- Prepare the potatoes: First peel the potatoes and cut them into small pieces.
- Boil the potatoes: Place the pieces of potatoes in a boiling water pan and let them cook until they are tender.
- Crush the potatoes: Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and crush them to make a thick and smooth dough.
- Prepare the roses: Remove the petals from the roses you want to treat and place them in a glass container.
- Apply the potato paste: Spread the potato paste over the rose petals to cover them completely.
- Let stand: Leave the potato paste on the rose petals for a few hours or even overnight.
- Rinse: After leaving to rest, gently rinse the rose petals with clear water to remove the potato paste and reveal the brighter colors of the roses.
This gentle method of extracting pigments from roses using potatoes is ideal for reviving the colours of faded roses or for intensifying the shades of slightly pale roses. Try this natural and surprising tip to enhance the beauty of your rose bouquets and enjoy bright and vibrant colors.