As your local florist experts, we know the secret to extending the life of your cut roses. Whether you’ve just received a fresh flower delivery or picked up a custom arrangement from our designer florist studio, you can easily enjoy your roses for up to two weeks with the right care!
Follow our simple, 5-step guide to become a rose-care pro.
Step 1: The First Cut is the Most Important
The moment your flowers arrive at your home, they are thirsty. Before placing them in a vase, you must trim the stems.
- Use a Sharp Tool: Always use sharp pruning shears or a clean knife. Do not use regular household scissors, as they can crush the delicate water-carrying vessels in the stem.
- Angle the Cut: Always cut the stem at a 45° angle. This dramatically increases the surface area for water absorption, ensuring your luxury flower delivery stays hydrated.
Step 2: Remove All Submerged Foliage
Any leaves or thorns that sit below the waterline will quickly rot. This decay creates bacteria that shortens the life of your fresh flowers. Carefully strip all foliage that will be below the lip of your vase to keep the water crystal clear.
Step 3: Prepare the Perfect Solution
Top flower shops don't just use plain tap water; they use a specific environment to help blooms thrive.
- Start with a Clean Vase: Wash your vase with hot, soapy water to eliminate any lurking bacteria.
- Use Flower Food: Always use the packet provided by your upscale florist. It contains a biocide to kill bacteria and nutrients to feed the roses.
- Lukewarm Water: Roses respond best to lukewarm water, which travels up the stem faster than cold water.
Step 4: Location, Location, Location
Where you place your premium flower delivery matters as much as the water you use. Avoid these common "bloom killers":
- Direct Sunlight or Drafts: Intense sun or heat from radiators will cause roses to wilt rapidly.
- The Fruit Bowl: Keep your arrangement away from ripening fruit. Fruits like apples release ethylene gas, which causes fresh flowers to age and drop their petals prematurely.
Step 5: The Every-Other-Day Refresh
To truly get two weeks of beauty out of your high-end florist arrangement, you must refresh the water regularly.
- Dump and Refill: Every two days, dump out the old water.
- Clean and Recut: Quickly rinse the vase, refill it with fresh water and food, and snip 1/2" off the bottom of the rose stems at an angle again.
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