Flower Care

Roses

• Keep roses in their protective cardboard sleeve for the first hour of hydration so they drink upright.
• After 1 hour, remove wrapping and guard petals. Discolored outer petals are normal and protect the bloom during shipping.
• Use one bucket per bunch so roses have enough space to hydrate evenly and open fully.

• Opening too slowly? Place in a warm room or near indirect sunlight. You can also gently spin the rose upside down between your palms to encourage opening.
• Opening too fast? Move roses to a cooler area to slow them down.

Hydrangea

• Hydrangeas are heavy drinkers, so check water levels daily and refill often.
• Remove all plastic or netting right away after unpacking.
• If blooms look wilted, give stems a deep fresh cut of 2 inches or more and submerge the entire flower head in cool water for 30 minutes.

• Hydrangeas are not ideal for foam installations unless added shortly before the event.

Scabiosa

• Scabiosa stems are delicate and benefit from support. If plastic straws are provided, leave them on.
• If no support is provided, use a tall vase.
• Keep away from direct sun and heat, which can shorten vase life.

• Buds that do not open can still add beautiful texture to arrangements.

Peonies

• If peonies are closed, gently peel away 2–3 outer petals and place them in warm water or a warm room to encourage opening.
• Hydrate peonies in their own vase whenever possible to avoid bruising their delicate petals.
• Coral varieties open quickly, so refrigerate once they reach your preferred stage.

Anemones

• Anemones are delicate and do best in a separate vase.
• Light bruising or petal spotting is normal and often not noticeable in finished designs.
• Some stem breakage may happen in transit, so expect a few losses per bunch.

• Use lukewarm water to encourage opening, then refrigerate after opening to extend vase life.

Ranunculus

• Ranunculus blooms are top-heavy and may need floral wire support.
• Keep them in a short vase, no higher than the bloom head, to help prevent drooping.
• Place in a bright area with indirect sunlight to encourage opening.

Carnations & Mini Carnations

• Carnations are extremely hardy and ideal for event work.
• If blooms feel too tight, gently fluff petals open with your fingers.
• Lower blooms can be removed and used in boutonnieres, corsages, or small arrangements.

• If a stem snaps, it can still be used for cake flowers or corsages.

Greenery

• Give each stem a fresh cut and remove any foliage that will sit below the water line.
• Minor blemishes or small insect holes can occur naturally and usually do not show in finished designs.
• Loose greenery can be stored in plastic bags in the fridge for up to 2 days before your event.

Refrigeration Guidelines

• Fridge Temperature: Set your fridge to the warmest setting, ideally around 4°C / 40°F.
• Avoid Freezing: Keep flowers away from fridge walls and vents.
• Remove Produce: Fruits and vegetables release ethylene gas, which speeds up aging.
• Only Refrigerate If Needed: Many flowers do best in a cool room rather than a cold fridge.