Care for Flowers

Caring for cut flowers:

Ensure the vase is clean, and full with fresh water and add flower food( If you run out of Flower Food you can substitute with a teaspoon of lemon juice, sugar, aspirin, or bleach (anything that inhibits the growth of bacteria and feeds the flowers).
Cut diagonally approximately 2cm off all stems with a sharp knife or very sharp scissors and remove leaves that will fall below the waterline.
Avoid direct sunlight, heat or draughts which can shorten the flowers' lives.
Remove faded flowers as they occur.
Re-cut stems and Change water every 2 – 3 days.

Caring for arrangements:

Remember to protect your furniture by placing something under the arrangement.
Keep in a cool spot.
Top up water to floral foam everyday; never let the foam dry out. Simply add water to the oasis daily and enjoy.

Specialty flower care:

For roses:

Scald the bottom of the stem of the roses in boiling water for approximately 30 seconds before placing them in a clean vase of fresh water to which you have added the Flower Food.
Refresh the vase and water daily. If roses begin to wilt, re-cut the stems.
If you have received your roses while at the office, they can be left in the box with the water vials until you arrive home.

For tropical flowers: (blooms include: Heliconia, Orchids, Anthuriums)

A regular misting with a fine spray and a wipe over with a damp cloth will ensure your tropical flowers retain their glossy foliage.

For lilums:

To prevent pollen stains, remove stamens by gently pulling them up out of the flower with a tissue.
Pollen stains can be brushed off or capture the pollen with cello tape & remove. If pollen gets into the fabric, treat as you would an-oil based stain.

For tulips:

Tulips continue to grow after they are cut, stretching towards a light source.
Turn your vase occasionally to ensure an even growth of your tulips.
Never mix tulips and daffodils as daffodils emit sap which can contaminate the water.
Add water regularly - tulips are a thirsty lot!