Keep them blooming longer
A few small rituals, a fresh trim, cool water, the right corner of the room can add days to the life of your bouquet. Here is everything we do at the studio, written down for you.
The six steps we follow every morning.
Apply these to any arrangement – hand-tied, letterbox, or vase. Five minutes a day, and your flowers will reward you.
Trim at 45°
Trim stems at a 45° angle before placing in water
Fresh, cool water
Use a clean vase with fresh, cool water
Strip the foliage
Remove any foliage below the waterline
Refresh the water
Change water every 2–3 days
Mind the light
Keep flowers away from direct sunlight, heat, and drafts
Cool the room
Display in a cool room for best longevity
How to care for each bloom.
Our most-loved flowers each have their own quirks. Here’s what to do — and what not to do — for the nine varieties we ship most often.
Roses
- Re-cut stems every two days.
- Change water regularly to prevent cloudiness.
- Keep well away from direct heat.
- Outer “guard petals” can be removed if bruised — this is normal.
Vase life
5 – 7 days
Sunflowers
- Use plenty of fresh water — they drink heavily.
- Change the water daily where possible.
- Re-cut stems regularly for steady uptake.
- Best displayed in a cool location.
Vase life
5 – 8 days
Chrysanthemums
- Very long-lasting when cared for well.
- Change water every 2–3 days.
- Remove fading blooms promptly to protect the rest.
Vase life
7 – 14 days
Tulips
- They keep growing in the vase — entirely natural.
- Use shallow water; do not overfill.
- Keep cool for the best results.
- Re-trim stems if they bend.
Vase life
4 – 7 days
Lilies
- Remove pollen as it opens to prevent staining.
- Keep firmly away from heat and sunlight.
- Strongly fragrant — place with care in small rooms.
Vase life
7 – 10 days
Peonies
- May arrive tightly closed — this is intentional.
- Keep cool to encourage gradual, even opening.
- Gently remove outer guard petals if bruised.
Vase life
5 – 7 days
Peonies
- May arrive tightly closed — this is intentional.
- Keep cool to encourage gradual, even opening.
- Gently remove outer guard petals if bruised.
Vase life
5 – 7 days
Peonies
- May arrive tightly closed — this is intentional.
- Keep cool to encourage gradual, even opening.
- Gently remove outer guard petals if bruised.
Vase life
5 – 7 days
Peonies
- May arrive tightly closed — this is intentional.
- Keep cool to encourage gradual, even opening.
- Gently remove outer guard petals if bruised.
Vase life
5 – 7 days
Beautiful by design — kept out of reach.
Some flowers and foliage may be harmful if ingested. Flowers are decorative items and should always be kept away from pets and small children. If you’d like a pet- or baby-conscious arrangement, get in touch before ordering — we’ll happily adjust your bouquet.