Flower Care Guide: How to Keep Your Bouquet Fresh Longer
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Fresh flowers brighten any room — and with a few simple habits, your bouquet will stay beautiful for longer. Every bouquet from Bloom & Core Florist is made-to-order and prepared fresh with delivery to Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya (KL & PJ) and Selangor.
Quick Tips at a Glance
Trim at 45°
Cut 1–2 cm off each stem before placing in water. Re-trim every 2–3 days to open new capillaries.
Fresh, Clean Water
Rinse the vase and refill with room-temperature water daily or every other day to reduce bacteria.
Cool Placement
Keep away from direct sun, heaters, AC vents, and ripening fruit (ethylene accelerates ageing).
Do & Don’t (At a Glance)
| Do | Avoid |
|---|---|
| Trim stems and change water every 1–2 days. | Hot or icy water; squeezing or crushing stems. |
| Display in a cool, shaded, ventilated area. | Direct sunlight, heaters, or car dashboards. |
| Remove leaves below the waterline. | Letting foliage sit in water (it breeds bacteria). |
| Use flower food if provided. | Placing bouquets near ripening fruit (ethylene). |
Step-by-Step Flower Care
- Unwrap gently and remove any leaves that would sit below the waterline.
- Trim 1–2 cm at a 45° angle with clean scissors or pruners.
- Fill a clean vase with room-temperature water; add flower food if supplied.
- Place in a cool, shaded spot away from strong sun or heat.
- Refresh water and re-trim stems every 2–3 days.
Tip: If petals look tired, re-trim and place stems in fresh, cool water for an hour — most bouquets perk right back up.
Water Quality & Additives: Facts vs Myths
- Room-temperature water is best for most mixed bouquets. Tulips like slightly cooler; tropicals tolerate warmer rooms.
- Flower food balances sugars and pH while controlling bacteria — use as directed.
- DIY hacks (bleach, soda, aspirin) are inconsistent and can damage delicate stems — clean water is the safer bet.
Stem-Specific Tips
- Roses: Remove guard petals, trim often, and avoid crowding heads to reduce bruising.
- Lilies: Snip pollen anthers once flowers open to prevent staining and prolong bloom life.
- Tulips: They continue growing in the vase — trim frequently and use a taller vessel for support.
- Hydrangea: If they wilt, re-trim and submerge heads in cool water for 20–30 minutes, then return to the vase.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Cloudy water fast? Wash the vase with mild soap, rinse thoroughly, and change water more often.
- Droopy stems? Re-trim at 45°, refresh water, and keep away from heat or direct sun.
- One stem wilting early? Remove it promptly — decay spreads quickly to healthy blooms.
Made-to-Order, Delivered in KL, PJ and Selangor
We condition and design your bouquet after you order, so stems arrive fresher and last longer. Delivery available across Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya & Selangor.
Ready to Send Fresh Joy?
All bouquets are made-to-order and freshly prepared once your order is placed. Delivery to Kuala Lumpur & Petaling Jaya (KL & PJ).