A little extra care can make a big difference for any size flower arrangement or fresh flower bouquet. Most floral arrangements last 4-7 days or longer, depending on the flowers used and the care they receive, if tended to. Here are the three top tips for looking after your flowers:
Keep the vase filled (or floral foam soaked) with water containing the flower food we gave you. Flower foods make flowers last longer but it is important to follow the mixing directions on the flower food packet. Most packets are to be mixed with c a pint of water. Flower foods should not be diluted with more water than is specified on the packet.
Food
If the flower food solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely with properly mixed flower food solution. If possible, re-cut stems by removing one to two inches with a sharp knife. Be sure to use a sharp knife or clippers that will not crush the stems. Immediately place the stems into solution. Be careful not to cut yourself!
Temperature
Keep flowers in a cool spot, away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, directly under ceiling fans, or on top of televisions or radiators. Appliances like televisions give off heat, which causes flowers to dehydrate. Most flowers will last longer under cool conditions.
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NB. Images show the standard bouquet. Deluxe bouquet has more flowers.
One Love
A single luxurious red rose plunged deep into the clutches of twenty dreamy, white Tulips. This charming small display is arranged in a black ceramic cube and needs no work or adjustments. With Tulips translating into "You are the perfect lover" and the obvious romantic links with red Roses these two varieties are a match made in heaven. The perfect choice to signify to the one you love just how much they stand out in a crowd.
This arrangement is presented in a 12cm black ceramic cube vase (depending on availability - a white ceramic cube may be substituted)
