Flower Care Tips
Loose Cut Flowers
Recut flower stems under water with a sharp knife. Remove 1/2" - 1" of
the stem, plus any leaves that may be below the water line. This will give your
flower a fresh cut. The original cut may have healed and sealed itself hindering
water absorption. Always keep flowers in a cool location - away from heat,
drafts and direct sunlight. Change the water in the container daily.
Flower Arrangements
Add water daily to bouquets arranged in floral foam. In a vase arrangement, make
sure water is at the highest level possible and is clear and clean. Place
arrangements in cool place away from heat, drafts and direct sunlight. (Do not
place on top of television)
Flowers to Wear
Keep flowers refrigerated until the time of the event. (NOT freezer) Carry corsages and
other body flowers in the box provided to your destination. Pin on once you are
inside. Cover flowers with a damp tissue and keep refrigerated to extend life.
Green & Blooming Plants
Follow directions on the plant care card provided with every plant. Place plants
near a window with eastern or southern exposure. Do not place plants over
radiators, on top of televisions, near fireplaces in use or near drafts. For
blooming plants, keep the humidity as high as possible. Use a pebble tray
(saucer full of gravel with water in it) to help create humidity. As the water
evaporates from the saucer, humidity is generated. Plants should never sit in
water. Water thoroughly until water drains from holes, remove any excess water.
Check soil twice a week, water when soil is moderately dry. Avoid sprinkling
water directly on leaves.
Did you know?
Flowers do not like Ethylene gas? Sources of Ethylene gas include ripening
fruits and vegetables, cigarette smoke, and car exhaust.
