Fresh Flower Care Tips to Make Fresh Flowers Last Longer

Welcome to Lakeside Florist, where we believe that everyone deserves to enjoy the beauty of fresh flowers. Whether you’ve received a stunning bouquet from a loved one or treated yourself to some delightful blooms (because you totally deserve it!), we’ve got you covered. In this post, we’ve compiled a list of five easy fresh flower care tips to help you keep your flowers looking fresh and fabulous for as long as possible. So let’s dive in and make your floral arrangement bloom with joy!

1. Location, Location, Location

Brighten up your space with your gorgeous flowers! Fresh-cut blooms still adore and need light, so find them a cozy spot with bright, indirect sunlight. Just remember to keep them away from heat sources or drafty areas, as these can dry out petals and shorten their vase life. Oh, and here’s a cool idea – if you want to give your flowers some extra TLC, you can even tuck them into the refrigerator overnight. They’ll appreciate the refreshing chill!

2. Hydration Station!

Happy flowers are hydrated flowers, so let them drink up! Cut flowers still have a thirst for water, especially sunflowers and hydrangeas. One of the most important fresh flower care tips to keep your arrangement looking its best is to make sure to add water daily. And if your flowers are in a container or basket with floral foam, check that the foam is nice and wet. If it’s not, go ahead and give it a splash. After all, a well-watered arrangement is a blooming work of art!

3. The Water Refresh Dance!

Ready for a dance party? It’s time to change the water in your arrangement every 2-3 days. By doing this, you’ll keep those sneaky mold and bacteria at bay. If your flowers are happily swaying in a vase, take a moment to wash the vase with soap and water before adding fresh water. It’s like giving your blooms a clean, fresh start and they’ll appreciate the gesture!

4. Snip, Snip, Hydration Flip!

Let’s give your flowers a little trim to help them stay hydrated and happy. Every few days, grab a sharp knife or clippers and make a diagonal cut on the stems. Removing just ½” to 1″ of the stem will do the trick! This snippy-snip fresh flower care tip promotes better hydration and keeps your flowers feeling fabulous. So get your trimming tools ready and let those stems show off their hydration skills!

5. Buh-Bye, Wilting Warriors!

As much as we wish flowers could last forever, they eventually bid us farewell. But fear not! You can keep your arrangement looking stunning by removing any faded flowers as soon as you spot them. This not only prevents bacteria from spreading but also keeps your arrangement looking fresh and vibrant. It’s like saying goodbye to the old and welcoming the new. So wave goodbye to those wilting warriors and keep your bouquet blooming beautifully!

Spread the Floral Love!

At Lakeside Florist, we pour love and care into every arrangement we design because we want your flowers to stay fresh and fabulous for as long as possible. We hope these five fresh flower care tips have given you a new trick or two to try out. If you have any questions or want to share your experience, feel free to ask away or leave us a comment below. We can’t wait to hear how long your arrangement lasts! So go ahead, spread the floral love, and let your bouquet bloom with joy!

And there you have it – our fun guide to keeping your bouquet blooming beautifully! We hope you enjoyed reading this article as much as we loved creating it. Remember, with a little love and care, your flowers will continue to brighten your space and bring smiles to your face. So go ahead, embrace the floral magic, and let your blooms shine!