We want your flowers to look beautiful and last as long as possible. Whether you’ve received a vase arrangement or one designed in biodegradable floral foam (Oasis), these tips will help you get the most from your flowers.
Vase Arrangements
Placement: Keep flowers indoors and away from heat, sunlight, and fruit (releases ethylene gas that shortens floral life).
Temperature: Keep room temperature as low as tolerable for longer-lasting blooms.
Water Care: Mist flowers with water every evening, preferably using distilled water.
Change water and recut stems every 2-3 days. Fill vase with lukewarm water and add liquid flower food. We recommend FloraLife Crystal Clear Flower Food 300 Liquid (available on Amazon).
Stem Care: Recut stems at an angle before placing in water. Remove dead leaves to prevent decay and any leaves below the waterline to avoid bacterial growth.
Reviving Droops: Cut drooping stems and place in hot water (not boiling), keeping blooms above water.
Floral Foam Arrangements
Moisture Management: Check foam daily, keeping it consistently moist. Add water with liquid flower food. We recommend FloraLife Crystal Clear Flower Food 300 Liquid (available on Amazon).
Maintenance: Remove wilted flowers, recut stems, and place in a vase to rehydrate flowers. Follow the steps for Vase Arrangements. Don't move the arrangement frequently, as dry oasis is fragile.
Disposal: We recommend composting flowers whenever possible. Biodegradable Oasis (OASIS® Floral Foam Maxlife) goes in regular trash—it degrades by 75% within 1 year in landfills. Check out my Sustainability page for more information.
With just a little care, your flowers will stay vibrant and beautiful for as long as nature allows.
Need More Help with Floral Care?
We’re always happy to answer questions or provide tips for specific blooms.