Nothing compares to getting a bouquet of fresh flowers. The beauty, scent, and colors instantly lift one’s spirits and brighten a space. However, if you reside in the United Arab Emirates, you are aware of how rapidly the heat can damage fragile petals. A common question is: how can I extend the life of my flowers?
In actuality, your bouquet can remain colorful for days or even weeks after you bring it home with a little attention. Here are some simple, useful tips to keep your flowers fresher for longer because at Bloom Up, we think every bouquet should be savored to the fullest.
- Trim The Stems For Fresh Start
Don’t just put your bouquet in a vase as soon as you get it. For flowers to properly drink water, they require a little refreshment. Trim 2 to 3 cm from each stem at a 45-degree angle using clean scissors or a sharp knife.
Why is this important? By cutting the stems at an angle, more water can enter the vase because they won’t sit flat at the bottom. It’s like giving the flowers a fresh straw to drink from.
- Clean Water Makes All The Difference
Flowers need clean water to thrive, just like humans do. Changing the vase water every day is one of the easiest ways to keep your bouquet looking fresh. Bacteria grow when water sits for an extended period of time, preventing the stems from taking in the nutrients they require.
- Before refilling the vase, always give it a quick rinse.
- Water should be at room temperature, neither too hot nor too cold.
- Verify that the stems are completely submerged.
- Keep Away From Heat
Keeping flowers cool is especially crucial in the United Arab Emirates, where sunlight and high temperatures are commonplace. Flowers can wilt more quickly in direct sunlight, air conditioners, or even close to appliances like ovens.
- Keep your bouquet out of direct sunlight and in a cool area.
- Keep them away from windows where heat can accumulate.
- Flowers quickly dry out near fans or vents, so stay away from those areas.
Consider your flowers as visitors who will like to stay in the coziest area of your house.
- Remove Wilted Leaves
We occasionally lose sight of the leaves because we are so enthralled with the beauty of flowers. However, having too many leaves in the vase water can actually make your bouquet look worse. Your flowers’ lifespan is shortened when leaves rot and produce bacteria while submerged in water.
- Take out any leaves that are below the water’s surface.
- Every day, check your bouquet and gently remove any drooping leaves or wilted petals.
The bouquet looks neater and more put together thanks to this easy routine, which also keeps it fresher.
Seasonal Awareness in the UAE
Not every flower responds to warm weather in the same way. While more resilient flowers like sunflowers, roses, and chrysanthemums can withstand higher temperatures, delicate blooms like tulips and hydrangeas may wilt more quickly.
Consider seasonality when choosing flowers for your home or as a gift. Flowers will naturally last longer and appear more vibrant if you choose fresh, in-season flowers.
In order to ensure that your bouquets arrive at their freshest, Bloom Up carefully selects flowers based on the UAE’s climate.
A Little Daily Care Goes a Long Way
To extend the life of your flowers, try this easy daily routine:
- Every day, change the water in the vase.
- Every two to three days, trim the stems again.
- Eliminate any wilted leaves or petals right away.
- Avoid placing the bouquet near air vents or sources of direct heat.
- Your flowers will stay fresher for several days even though it only takes a few minutes.
Final Bloom
A bouquet is more than just flowers; it’s a gesture, a memory, and a source of happiness for you. You can prolong that happiness and keep your bouquet looking lovely for longer with a little attention.
Every bouquet we create at Bloom Up begins vibrant and fresh. You can continue to enjoy your flowers long after they are delivered to your door by following these tips. Because nothing makes a house or a heart happier than flowers in full bloom.
