1. Unpack Right Away

• Take the flowers out of their wrapping as soon as you can.
• Hold the flowers gently by their stems.
• Keep your flowers away from direct sunlight and heat.

2. Give Them a Fresh Drink

• Fill clean buckets or vases with cool, fresh water for your flowers.
• Take off any leaves that would end up below the water line.

3. Trim the Stems

• Use clean floral snips or sharp scissors to cut about half an inch to one inch from the bottom of each stem.
• Cut the stems at a slight angle so the flowers can absorb water better. If you have woody branches, trim the stems by cutting upward along the stem.

4. Store in a Cool Place

• Place your flowers in the coolest room you have, ideally between 5 and 18 degrees Celsius.
• Try not to store flowers in garages, since they can get hot during the day.
• Keep flowers away from heaters, fireplaces, direct sunlight, and ripening fruit.

5. Check Water Daily

• Add fresh water whenever the level gets low.
• If you need to store the flowers for more than a day, change the water and trim the stems again.

6. Wedding Day

• Put your arrangements together as close to the ceremony time as you can.
• Keep your bouquets in water until it’s time for photos or the ceremony. Afterward, put them back in water to help them stay fresh.

A Few Helpful Tips

• Some flowers will naturally open over the next 24 to 48 hours. This is completely normal.
• Small differences in color and bloom size are part of what makes fresh, seasonal flowers beautiful.
• If a stem bends or a flower looks a bit tired, cut the stem again and put it in fresh, cool water.

Need Help?

If you have any questions while getting your flowers ready, please reach out to us. We’re always happy to help you keep your flowers looking beautiful for your special day.