The LoveBlooms.ie Flower Care Guide
How to Keep Your LoveBlooms.ie Bouquet Fresher for Longer
Every bouquet from LoveBlooms.ie is handcrafted with care and creativity. With just a few simple steps, you can help your flowers stay vibrant and beautiful for as long as possible. Follow these tips to get the most from your fresh blooms:
1. Unwrap with Care
As soon as your bouquet arrives, gently remove all packaging. Some stems may be delicate after their journey, so handle with love.
2. Trim the Stems
Use clean, sharp scissors or secateurs to trim 1–2cm from each stem at a 45-degree angle. This opens the stems and helps them absorb water more efficiently.
3. Remove Lower Leaves
Strip away any leaves that would sit below the waterline. Leaves left in water can encourage bacteria growth and reduce vase life.
4. Use a Clean Vase
Place your flowers in a sparkling clean vase filled with cool, fresh water. If flower food was included, use it. No flower food? A teaspoon of sugar and a drop of bleach can help keep water fresh.
5. Find the Right Spot
Display your flowers in a cool location, away from direct sunlight, radiators, and draughts. Keep them away from ripening fruit — it releases ethylene gas, which can cause flowers to wilt prematurely.
6. Refresh and Re-trim
Change the water every two days and give each stem a fresh trim. This keeps your flowers hydrated and happy.
7. Remove Fading Blooms
As individual flowers begin to fade, remove them from the arrangement. This keeps the bouquet looking fresh and prevents early decay.
8. Enjoy the Beauty
Take a moment to enjoy your bouquet — it's more than just flowers, it’s a gesture, a memory, a mood. A little care goes a long way in helping your blooms shine for longer.
