Life often focuses on the big milestones—job promotions, engagements, grand achievements. But this week, I was reminded of the importance of the small wins. My friend has been working tirelessly on a personal project for weeks, and she finally reached a critical breakthrough. To celebrate her sheer perseverance and resilience, I sent this cheerful cascade of carnations and eucalyptus. It is a small token for a huge effort, a bright visual "high-five" to acknowledge the quiet dedication that often goes unseen.
She is amazing at most things in life, but caring for flowers is not one of them. Having a strong inclination that she isn't the only one who struggles with this, I'm sharing with you all care instructions to extend the enjoyment of the bouquet for 7 - 10 days!
How to Care for Your Pre-Arranged Bouquet
To ensure these blooms (featuring beautiful orange and pink roses, carnations, ranunculus, and eucalyptus) last as long as the memory, follow these daily steps:
- Daily Maintenance:
- Refresh Water: Change the water in the vase completely every two days to keep it clear and free of microbes.
- Re-Trim Stems: Give the stems a fresh half-inch snip every time you change the water to keep the water-absorbing "pores" open.
- Remove Wilted Blooms: Pull out individual stems as they expire to prevent mold from spreading to the healthy flowers.
- Optimal Environment:
- Avoid Direct Sunlight & Heat: Place the bouquet in a cool, shaded spot away from vents or radiators.
- The "Fruit Rule": Keep flowers away from ripening fruit (like bananas or apples), which release ethylene gas that causes flowers to age rapidly.
- Overnight Fridge Trick: For maximum longevity, place the arrangement in the refrigerator overnight (away from fruit) to mimic a florist's cooler.
