FAQs

Here are the best practices for caring for cut flowers:

• Use fresh tap water
• Always use a clean vase
• Consumer research has shown that the minimum vase size is 1 quart (32 onces)
• Do not use metal or antique crystal vases; if you do, use an acid resistant liner
• Ensure that you have enough flower food for the size of the vase
• Carefully follow the package directions
• Remove leaves below the rim of the vase
• Damage the stem as little as possible
• Remove thorns only if necessary
• Cut at least 1 inch off the stem
• Always use a sharp knife so not to damage the stem.
• Cut the stems at an angle to prevent damaging and flattening of the stem
• Give flowers that arrive wilted a chance to re-hydrate in their packaging, in water, in a cool, dark place for several hours
• Remove wilted or damaged flowers and flowers with Botrytis
• Do not spray water on buds and flowers as this increases the chance of botrytus
• Flowers do not like drafts, direct sunlight, proximity to a heater, smoke and the gasses of ripening fruits!
• Top off with the same type of flower food you initially used.