Weston Family Florist Flower Care Tips

Weston Family Florist Fower Care Tips

Flower Care Tips

How you can Lengthen the Life of Your Arrangement. Two of the top questions everybodys ask when purchasing flowers are "How do I take care of them?" and "How long will they last?" Whether it's a single rose, a small bouquet or a sizeable arrangement, a little extra care can make a huge difference. Most floral arrangements last between 3-7 days, depending on the types of flowers used and the type of care they receive. We give these tips for longer-lasting, more vibrant flowers:
For floral arrangements Keep the vase filled or floral foam soaked with water containing a flower food We recommend a clear drink like sprite for flower food (Don't use a diet soda) and a cap full of hydrogen peroxide usually found in your medicine cabinet the dark brown bottle. . Daily complete water changes will prevent bacteria build up. The biggest enemy of fresh cut flowers is bacteria . If possible, recut stems by removing one inche with a sharp knife. Do Not use sissors, the flower have veins and that will cut off and collapse the veins and shorten their life. Keep flowers in a cool spot (65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit), away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, directly under ceiling fans, or on top of televisions or radiators. (Appliances like televisions give off heat, causing flowers to dehydrate.) For loose bunches or boxed flowers If you can't get your flowers into warm water right away keep them in a cool place. Fill a clean, deep vase (with warm not cold water) and add hydrogen peroxide with half a can of sprite. Be sure to follow the florists directions. Remove leaves that will be below the waterline. Leaves in water will promote bacterial growth. Recut stems with a sharp knife. Do this underwater -- this allows the stems to draw in water instead of air -- and place the flowers in the vase solution you've prepared. If you purchase loose flowers for your own arrangements you should also consider these tips: When selecting flowers, look for flowers with upright, firm petals and buds beginning to open. Yellow, spotted or drooping leaves are signs of age. When using woody stems and branches (such as quince, forsythia or lilac) cut the stem with sharp pruning shears. Place in warm water.

People are always asking us the Rose Color Meanings.

Rose colors vary by growing area, time of year, local weather conditions and even climate variations within the same growing area. There is even some variation of color within the same rose variety. This is designed to give you a general sampling of many varieties which are popular today. New varieties are introduced every year.

Red - Love, beauty, courage and respect

Many exciting red roses are available from the very dark Cara Mia, large flowered Madam Delbard, bright red Kardinal to strawberry red Preference.

Red and White - Given together, these signify unity.

Red Rosebud - A symbol of purity and loveliness

White Rosebud - Symbolic of girlhood

White - Purity and innocence, silence or secrecy, also reverence and humility Innocence and Secrecy

White roses are a pure and elegant symbol of caring. Try the true white Escimo, the purest white Tineke and an old favorite, Bridal White.

Dark Pink - Appreciation, gratitude Thankfulness

Choose from several shades of dark pink roses from the hot pink Laser to the dark pink Privé and the medium pink variety, Diplomat.

Pink - Appreciation,"Thank you", grace, perfect happiness, and admiration

Light Pink - admiration, sympathy

Pale Pink - Grace and Joy

Among the varieties of delicate pink roses are the softly-shaded Kalinka, delicately colored Deloris, true pink Vivaldi and the favorite Bridal Pink.

Yellow - Joy, gladness, friendship, delight, the promise of a new beginning Joy and Friendship

Many shades of yellow roses are available from the large blossomed Alsmeer Gold, medium sized Golden Emblem to the spray rose Rhumba.

Orange - Desire, and enthusiasm Fascination

Roses in brilliant orange are a delight to the eye including these ... brightly colored Belinda, shocking orange Lambada and apricot-hued Pareo.

Thornless Rose -Signifies "Love at first sight".

Coral - Desire

The coral/peach rose family has several popular varieties including the world favorite Sonia, peach washed Kyria and peach/pink bi-color Harmony.

Pale Peach - Modesty

Soft peach hues are a delightful color gaining in popularity. Choose the very popular Osiana, the palest peach Champagne or the spray rose Porcelina.

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