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Flower Info

Important Information

Certain varieties of cut flowers last longer than others. Gerberas,
alstromeria, carnations, can remain vibrant for long periods. Roses have
a shorter vase life, but are prized for their special and delicate
beauty. When buying flowers, be sure to ask your florist how long you
should expect your arrangement to last. Here are a few handy tips that
can help add days to their beauty.

Water movement up the stem is critical to the quality of fresh flowers.
By cutting stems under water and placing freshly cut flowers directly
into a preservative solution, the end of the stem is sealed with water
and air is not permitted to get in the way and clog the stem cells. The
flower food contains the right ingredients to:

• feed the flowers properly
• keep bacteria away ( which blocks the stems and stops water uptake)
• encourage buds to open
• lengthen the life of the flowers.

Use lukewarm water, there's less oxygen in it, and helps prevent air
bubbles in the stem. The only exemption to this is spring bulb flowers
like daffodils and tulips which prefer cold water. Use clean vases-
bacteria kills flowers. Cut stems at an angle. This gives the stem a
bigger area to take up water.

Follow the care and conditioning stages to prolong the life and beauty
of your flowers.

Floral foam arrangements

Check water level, make sure the foam is always thoroughly soaked. Set
your arrangement in a cool location out of direct sunlight, heating or
cooling vents, direct drafts from the ceiling fan. Avoid excessively
cold or hot areas.

Floral vase arrangements

When your arrangement arrives, check water level, add some if needed.
Add luke warm water on daily bases. If the solution becomes cloudy,
replace it entirely. If possible, re-cut the stems and remove leaves that
will be below the waterline. Leaves left in water will promote bacterial
growth that can harm the flowers. Keep your arrangement away from
ripening fruit- it releases tiny amounts of ethylene gas which
prematurely ages flowers.

Green plants and tropical planters

It is crucial to find out, what kind of plant you have purchase or
received. Some tropical plants need only half a cup of water every two
weeks, compare to ferns which require every day watering and misting, so
it is up to you how you will keep your plant alive. Most florist will
provide caring tips with each plant, make sure you'll follow
instructions or call directly to the florist your plant came from.

The staff at Evona's Flowers & Gifts is committed to providing our
customers with nothing less than the finest floral products, backed with
service that is fast, friendly and always professional.