Your wedding flowers are more than just décor, they are a symbol of your love and a representation of your beautiful love for one another. At FlowersForWeddings.com, we want to ensure your blooms stay fresh and vibrant from the “I do” to the “get away”. Here are some simple tips to care for your flowers for your Big Day:

Upon Arrival:

• Hydration is Key: As soon as your wedding flowers arrive, take them out of the box and give them a fresh cut at an angle using sharp scissors or floral shears. Place them in clean vases with luke-warm water. This will ensure the stems will open wider and begin to flow.
• Keep Cool: Ideally, you should store your bouquets and arrangements in a refrigerator. If no access to a refrigerator, then keep in a cool room away from direct sunlight and heat vents.
• Avoid Fruits and Veggies: Keep your flowers away from ripening fruit and vegetables. Some fruit and vegetables releases ethylene gas, which can cause your wedding flowers to wilt prematurely.

Day of Your Wedding:

• Transport with Care: A florist tip for transporting wedding flowers is to use the boxes they shipped in for convenient travel. Place the boxes in your car, add wedding flower vases, and use towels or blankets to secure. When transporting your flowers, keep them upright, secure, and cool to prevent damage.
• Water Breaks: Throughout the day, make sure your wedding flowers have access to water. Bouquets can get a fresh cut and placed in vases to add to the wedding décor.
• Handle with Love: If a bloom or green does not look pleasing, simply remove from the arrangement. Avoid touching the flower petals as much as possible, as oils from your hands can damage them..

Extra Tips for Long-Lasting Blooms:

• Flower Food: Consider using flower food to provide essential nutrients and help your wedding flowers strengthen and last longer.
• Misting your Greens: Lightly misting your greenery with water can help keep them fresh, especially in dry environments.
• Wilting Flowers? If a flower starts to wilt, revive it by re-cutting the stem and placing it in a vase of fresh, luke-warm water.

A Note About Boutonnieres and Corsages:

• Keep Them Cool: Upon arrival, give boutonnieres and corsages a fresh cut, and place back into their water tubes with freshly added water. Store in the refrigerator until it’s time to wear them. You may trim them before pinning them on.
• Avoid Crushing: Be mindful of hugs and close contact to avoid crushing these delicate blooms. We want them to stay picture-worthy on your Big Day.

By following these simple care tips, you can ensure your wedding flowers remain a beautiful and memorable part of your special day. If you have any questions or concerns about caring for your specific flowers, don’t hesitate to contact our expert team at FlowersForWeddings.com. We’re always happy to help!