Flower Care Instructions

Main Flower Care Instructions

Flower Care - Loué

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We use only fresh, seasonal flowers and pay special attention to the quality, longevity, and natural beauty of every bouquet.

Flowers are living things, so proper care helps keep them fresh and in full bloom for much longer.

Before placing the flowers in a vase:

Remove the bouquet from the AquaBox and take off the shipping packaging
Use only a clean vase and fresh, cool water
Trim the stems by 1–2 cm with a sharp knife or pruning shears
Do not use scissors—they crush the stems’ vessels and impair water uptake
Remove any leaves that might end up in the water
Change the water daily and rinse the vase
Avoid direct sunlight, radiators, air conditioners, and drafts
Do not place flowers near fruit—fruit releases ethylene, which accelerates wilting
If possible, leave the bouquet overnight in a cooler room

Stem Types and Proper Care

Different flowers have different stem structures and absorb water in different ways.

That is why different care conditions are important for specific groups of plants.

Woody Stems

Dense woody branches absorb water more slowly, so they require a larger cross-sectional area and a greater amount of moisture.

Refresh the cut at a 45° angle
It is recommended to slightly split the lower part of the stem 2–3 cm
Use plenty of water
Change the water daily

This group includes:

hydrangea

lilac

viburnum

forsythia

magnolia

Flowers with high water requirements

These flowers actively release moisture and require constant access to water.

Refresh the cut at a 45° angle
Use a moderate or generous amount of water
Make sure the water level doesn't drop too much
Change the water every day

This group includes:

roses

peonies

eustomas

Flowers with moderate water requirements

These plants are sensitive to water pollution and thrive best at moderate moisture levels.

Keep the stems trimmed at a 45° angle
Use a moderate amount of water
Rinse the vase regularly and change the water
Do not let the water become cloudy.

This group includes:

alstroemeria

matthiola

antirrhinum

delphinium

Bulbous and watery stems

These flowers contain a large amount of their own moisture and do not tolerate standing water well. Excess water can accelerate tissue softening and shorten the flowers' vase life.

Trim the stems straight across, without an angle
Use a small amount of water—2–5 cm
Change the water daily
Store the flowers in a cool place

This group includes:

tulips

daffodils

hyacinths

alliums

ornithogalums

Soft-stemmed flowers

The tender stems are particularly susceptible to bacteria and excess moisture.

Refresh the cut end immediately
Use a small amount of water—about 1/3 of the stem's length
Change the water daily
Keep the water clean

This group includes:

ranunculus

gerberas

Calla Lilies

Calla lilies have thick, watery stems and are particularly sensitive to excess moisture and bacteria in the water.

Trim the stems straight across or at a slight angle
Use a small amount of water—about 3–5 cm
Change the water daily
Avoid submerging the stems too deeply in the water
Keep the flowers away from heat and direct sunlight

If there is too much water, calla lily stems can become soft and lose their shape.

Flowers with a delicate vascular system

Some flowers are particularly sensitive to water quality, temperature, and their proximity to other plants.

Carnation

prefers a small amount of water
is sensitive to water contamination
it is best not to place carnations in the same vase as roses

Anthurium

likes clean water and a stable room temperature
does not tolerate cold or sudden temperature changes well
The stems should be recut at a 45° angle.

Caring for Arrangements in Floral Foam

The arrangements are arranged in floral foam, which retains moisture and gradually supplies the flowers with water.

To keep the arrangement fresh longer:

add a small amount of water to the center of the arrangement daily
make sure the floral foam remains slightly moist at all times
do not let the floral foam dry out completely
keep the arrangement away from direct sunlight and heat sources
do not remove flowers from the arrangement—this disrupts the flow of nutrients to the stems

Caring for Arrangements in Floral Foam

The arrangements are arranged in floral foam, which retains moisture and gradually supplies the flowers with water.

To keep the arrangement fresh longer:

— Add a small amount of water to the center of the arrangement daily;

— Make sure the floral foam remains slightly moist at all times;

— do not let the floral foam dry out completely;

— keep the arrangement away from direct sunlight and heat sources;

— do not remove flowers from the arrangement—this disrupts the flow of nutrients to the stems.

Important to remember

Every flower blooms in its own way.

The shape of the bud, the color, and the degree of bloom may naturally change as the bouquet ages.

This is a natural characteristic of fresh flowers.

With care for every detail,

Loué