The Guide to Keeping Your Wedding Flowers Fresh: Tips from Ecuador Direct Roses

How Can I Keep My Wedding Flowers Fresh?

As a wedding planner or DIY bride, you understand the importance of having beautiful, fresh flowers for your special day. At Ecuador Direct Roses, we're dedicated to providing our customers with the highest-quality, hand-picked roses directly from our farm in Ecuador. To ensure that your wedding flowers remain fresh and stunning throughout your event, we've put together this comprehensive guide on flower care.

What Makes Ecuador Direct Roses the Best Choice for My Wedding Flowers?

Before we dive into the tips, let me walk you through why choosing Ecuador Direct Roses is the best decision for your wedding flowers. As a farm direct supplier, we cut out the middleman and deliver our Best fresh-cut roses directly to your door. This ensures that our flowers are of the highest quality, with a longer vase life and more vibrant colors. Our roses are grown in the fertile soil of Ecuador, where the unique combination of climate, soil, and altitude creates the perfect environment for rose cultivation.

How Do I Care for My Wedding Flowers to Keep Them Fresh?

At Ecuador Direct Roses, we want to make sure that your wedding flowers are as beautiful on your big day as they are when they arrive at your doorstep. Here are some expert tips to help you keep your flowers fresh and stunning:

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1. Unpack your flowers immediately: As soon as your flowers arrive, unpack them and give them a good drink of water. This will help them rehydrate after their journey.
2. Use fresh, room temperature water: Fill a clean container or vase with fresh, room temperature water and add flower food. This will help to nourish your flowers and prevent bacterial growth.
3. Make a 45-degree angle cut: Using a sharp knife or scissors, make a 45-degree angle cut at least 1/2 inch from the end of the stems. This will help to increase water uptake and prevent the stems from sitting too deeply in the water.
4. Remove foliage below the water line: Remove any leaves that fall below the waterline of your container. This will help to prevent bacterial growth and keep your flowers fresh.
5. Change water and add new flower food: Change the water and add new flower food every 2-3 days to keep your flowers fresh and nourished.
6. Keep bouquets in vases of water: Keep your fresh-cut bouquets in vases of water between, before, and after pictures and the ceremony to keep flowers from wilting.

What Should I Avoid Doing to Keep My Wedding Flowers Fresh?

1. Don't store flowers in direct light or sunlight: Direct light and sunlight can cause your flowers to wilt and fade quickly. If possible, store them in a cool, dark place or use a sheer curtain to filter the light.
2. Don't store flowers near heat sources: Heat sources like stoves, televisions, and radiators can cause your flowers to dry out and wilt. Keep them away from heat sources to prolong their life.
3. Don't store flowers near cool air flow: Cool air flow from air conditioning vents or ceiling fans can also cause your flowers to dry out and wilt. Keep them away from these areas to keep them fresh.
4. Don't place flowers near fruits and vegetables: Fruits and vegetables release a gas called ethylene, which can cause cut flowers to age more rapidly. Keep your flowers away from these items to prolong their life.

Some Pro Tips for Keeping My Wedding Flowers Fresh?

*Add a little sugar or Sprite/lemon-lime soda: If you don't have flower food, you can add a little sugar or Sprite/lemon-lime soda to the water to help nourish your flowers. Mix 1/3 of 7up or sprite to 2/3 water in your vase. The sugar in the drink provides nourishment and slightly raises the acidity of the water which allows the water to travel up the stem faster.

*Wash your vases thoroughly: Before using a vase or container, wash it thoroughly in hot soapy water or in the dishwasher to prevent bacterial growth.

*Store flowers in the refrigerator: If possible, store your flowers in the refrigerator away from food to prolong their life and slow down the blooming process.

Why Should I Choose Ecuador Direct Roses for My Wedding Flowers?

By choosing Ecuador Direct Roses, you're not only getting the highest-quality, hand-picked roses, but you're also supporting a company that values fair treatment and safety of employees, environmentally friendly practices, and sustainable products. Our farm is certified, which ensures that we meet the highest standards of quality and sustainability.

How Can I Get the Best Wedding Flowers for My Special Day?

At Ecuador Direct Roses, we're dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible experience. With our wide range of fresh cut flowers and greenery, you'll be able to create the wedding of your dreams. Order your premium wedding flowers today and take advantage of our fast delivery times (just 5-6 days to the US and Canada).