The Flower Blog

As with any special event, wedding flowers and décor can be quite an investment.  We have compiled the following information about the care and handling of wedding flowers to help you protect that investment.

Flowers are fresh produce- there is natural variation in color, size, and shape.

Flowers are a fresh grown product, sometimes certain types of flowers or specific colors are unavailable during different times of the year, usually predictably based on season but occasionally sporadically due to unfavorable growing conditions, holidays, etc. If a flower you have chosen becomes unavailable we will communicate with you as soon as we know to help you choose a comparable bloom to replace it.

Flowers are best kept in a cool but stable environment. All flowers should be kept away from warm or cold drafts, out of direct sunlight, and as cool as possible but always above 34̊. Outdoor temperatures in the summer are warmer than desired for fresh flowers; in the winter outdoor temperatures are usually too cold. Flowers should never be left in a vehicle.

Flowers should be kept hydrated. Different types of arrangements are hydrated different ways.

Hand tied bouquets and vased arrangements have stems that are drawing up water from the reservoir of the vase.  The water level should always be higher than the shortest stem.  While bouquets are out of water, the stems may seal; to allow them to rehydrate when returned to water a sharp pair of scissors or garden shears maybe used to give a fresh cut to the stems of the bouquet.

Holdered bouquets and arrangements designed in floral foam are drawing up water from the green foam they are inserted into. This foam is highly absorbent and acts much like a sponge. If the foam becomes very light it is likely dehydrated and should be watered. A bouquet holder is easily watered using a mister bottle of water focused on the foam not the blooms.

Boutonnieres and corsages do not have a water source.  They keep best when stored in plastic boxes or bags designed to trap in moisture.

Water tubes are used on some flower stems to provide a short term water supply. When the tube is empty the flower is out of water.

Always contact your florist if you are unsure or need additional information. 

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