Fresh cut Flowers and Plant Care
Fresh cut flowers and Plant care
Flower Shop Florist Wellington uses the freshest possible flowers in all our arrangements and bouquets – to ensure long life and maximum enjoyment from them once they arrive home with you, follow these steps in our frequently asked flower care questions.
Common Questions About Flower care:
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What is the best way to care for a flower arrangement or flowers in a container?
On arrival:
- Ensure the container is filled with plenty of fresh water.
- Avoid placing your flowers in direct sunlight or near heating sources.
- Remember to protect your furniture by placing something under the arrangement.
- Never let the oasis (green foam) dry out. Simply add water to the oasis daily and enjoy.
- Avoid placing near a fruit bowl-due to Ethylene gas speeding up ripening process.
- Remove faded flowers as they occur.
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What is the best way to care for cut flowers?
On arrival:
- Unwrap your flowers, remove wet wrapping or water vials from stems.
- Re cut the stems at an angle, this exposes a fresh part of the stem and allows the flower to absorb water. (Do this for every water change-every 2 days.)
- Ensure all leaves are removed below the water line, otherwise they rot and foul the water.
- Place in a clean fresh water and your choice of vase to enjoy.
- Avoid placing your flowers in direct sunlight or near heating sources.
- Avoid placing near a fruit bowl-due to Ethylene gas speeding up ripening process.
- Top up or change the water regularly and remove faded flowers as they occur.
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How do I care for my cut roses?
- Unwrap your roses, remove wet wrapping or water vials from stems.
- Re cut the stems at an angle, this exposes a fresh part of the stem and allows the roses to absorb water. (Do this for every water change-every 2 days.)
- Ensure all leaves are removed below the water line, otherwise they rot and foul the water.
- Place in a clean fresh water and your choice of vase to enjoy.
- If individual roses wilt, place the bottom 1cm of stem in boiling water for 30 seconds, then cut off scalded portion and place in deep cold water for around 1 hour before return to vase.
- 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.
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How do I care for my cut lilys?
- Unwrap your lilys, remove wet wrapping or water vials from stems.
- Re cut the stems at an angle, this exposes a fresh part of the stem and allows the lily to absorb water. (Do this for every water change-every 2 days.)
- Ensure all leaves are removed below the water line, otherwise they rot and foul the water.
- Place in a clean fresh water and your choice of vase to enjoy.
- 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 cellotape & remove. If pollen gets into the fabric, treat as you would an-oil based stain.
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How do I care for my cut tulips?
- Unwrap your tulips, remove wet wrapping or water vials from stems.
- Re cut the stems at an angle, this exposes a fresh part of the stem and allows the tulip to absorb water. (Do this for every water change-every 2 days.)
- Ensure all leaves are removed below the water line, otherwise they rot and foul the water.
- Place in a clean fresh water and your choice of vase to enjoy.
- 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.
Common Questions About Plants
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How do I care for my Plant?
- When deciding on a location for the plant, consider its preferred light & heat levels. For example, plants that like high humidity (eg: maiden hair ferns) will flourish in a bathroom.
- Position plants away from strong heat or cold draughts.
- Water most plants from below and provide good drainage.
- Most plants prefer to dry out a little between thorough waterings.
- Feed plants regularly with the appropriate food.
- Give broad glossy leaves an occasional wipe with a damp cloth.
- Pruning plants can encourage new growth.
- Flowering plants kept slightly pot bound will produce more flowers.
- Check your plants regularly for signs of stress, pests or disease & treat accordingly.
- Remove dead leaves and flowers as they occur.
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How do I care for my Orchid?
- Orchids enjoy bright but not direct light.
- Don't overwater! Watering is best done from above using either a watering can or hose, or you can soak the pot in water for a minute or so.
- Ensure the plant has good drainage.
- Pruning - when flowers finish, cut the stem approximately 3cm from base & a new stem will shoot in the following season.
- Feeding - use commercial orchid fertiliser, as directed.