Bulk Freedom Red Roses – 40 cm

Rose Care & Preparation – DIY Friendly Guide

To help your roses look their best and last as long as possible, please follow these easy steps when your flowers arrive:

1. Unpack right away. Remove the flowers from the box as soon as they arrive.
2. Remove outer packaging. Take off all outer packaging and protective paper, including sleeves or cardboard wraps.
3. Remove lower leaves. Strip off any leaves that would sit below the water line. This helps keep the water clean and prevents bacteria.
4. Rewrap the roses. Lightly rewrap the roses together after removing the lower leaves. Do not remove the outer guard petals yet.
5. Prepare clean water. Fill a clean bucket or vase with lukewarm water. Add flower food and stir until fully dissolved. (For faster opening, slightly warmer water may be used.)
6. Trim the stems. Cut 1–2 inches off the stems at an angle using sharp scissors or a knife.
7. Hydrate the roses. Place the wrapped roses into the water and keep them in a cool place, away from direct sunlight and fruit. Hydrate for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight.
8. Finish prepping. Unwrap and gently remove any bruised or outer petals if needed.
9. Ready to design. Use immediately or keep in clean water until you are ready.
10. Daily care. Use a clean vase with fresh water and flower food. Change the water and re-cut stems every two days.
11. Floral foam (oasis). Insert stems deeply and water daily to keep foam fully saturated.