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Now that you have taken the time to pick
just the right flower arrangement, a dozen roses or cut flowers. How do
you make your purchase last longer, providing more fragrance for a longer
time? It's simpler than you think, if you follow these simple tips from Jonlee
Flowers.
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General
information
To
prolong the life of your fresh cut flowers:
- A
Preservative solution is mixed according to the manufacturers directions.
- Any foliage
that would be underwater is removed,
as well as any damaged foliage. As this will cause bacteria to grow.
- Flowers are
cut with a sharp knife, preferably underwater. Water movement up the stem is
critical to the quality and lasting characteristics of fresh flowers. If stems
are not cut under water, air may get into the stem and block the ability of
water to flow up the stem. 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. When stems are cut under water, water is retained on the end of the
stem while the stems are placed in the preservative solution.
- Be careful not to scuff the outer skin of a flower stem above the
water level.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Flower Specific Information
 Alstroemeria
Remove
excess foliage and cut stems underwater. Put the flowers immediately in
containers filled with floral preservative solution.
 Bouvardia
Bunches
should be purchased with flowers that are partially open. Use a warm mixed
floral preservative solution, cut underwater and immediately place in the
flower solution.
 Iris
Iris are
best purchased when showing color or partly open. The stems should be re-cut
every two days to prevent the callusing over of the stem end. Place the
flowers in a clean solution of floral preservative.
 Daffodils
and Jonquils
These
flowers are not friendly to the other flowers in a vase when freshly cut. When
first cut, they ooze a substance from their stems that is deadly to other cut
flowers. These flowers must first be allowed to re-hydrate for 24 hour before
being arranged with other stems.
 Tulips
The
freshest Tulips are showing just a hint of color at the top of the flower.
Unpack upon receipt and place in a clean vase of floral preservative solution.
Make sure that the stem end where it is cut is green, the white basal area
does not drink as well. The
flowers will need to be cut periodically as they continue to grow, even in a
vase.
FLOWER
ARRANGEMENTS
IMMEDIATELY
UPON ARRIVAL, check water level. Add warm water if needed. Keep vase full by
adding water daily. If arranging foam is used, make sure it is always
thoroughly saturated. DISPLAY in a cool location out of direct sunlight. Avoid
excessively hot or cold areas. If the
flower food solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely. If possible, re-cut
stems by removing one to two inches with a sharp knife.
Most
floral arrangements last between 4-7 days, depending on the types of flowers
used and the type of care they receive.
Tips:
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When selecting
flowers, look for flowers with upright, firm petals and buds beginning to
open. Yellow, spotted or drooping leaves are signs of age.
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When using woody
stems and branches (such as quince, forsythia or lilac), cut the stem with
sharp pruning shears. Place in warm water containing fresh flower food to
promote flower opening.
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Jonlee Flowers can handle all your wedding details-- including hosting the ceremony. Wedding plans require perfection in floral arrangements. Jonlee Flowers provides
this perfection in all our wedding arrangements. Call toll free at 888-256-6533 or email weddings@jonleeflowers.com
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"Your selection is always covered by our 100% unconditional guarantee"
We at Jonlee Flowers, want you to feel confident that your purchase is the freshest, most fragrant arrangements found anywhere and that the recipient of your generous gift
will feel special. That's why all our products come with a 100% unconditional
guarantee.
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Roses
IMMEDIATELY
UPON ARRIVAL, remove foliage that would be below water line in your
arrangement.
Avoid injuring stem bark.
Re-cut stems under water, using sharp
scissors or knife.
Place roses in clean, deep container
filled with warm water
(110 deg F/38 deg C) and floral preservative.
Condition roses for 2 to 4 hours
in a cool location.
TO ARRANGE, use a clean vase with ample water capacity
(Roses are thirsty flowers!).
Keep vase full by adding water with floral
preservative daily.
If arranging foam is used,
insert stems firmly. Keep foam
saturated daily.
IF ROSE WILTS,
submerge entire flower and stem in tub or tray
of warm water (100 deg F/38 deg C) and straighten. Cut 2" from end of
stem under water. Allow rose about 2 hours under water to revive.
Another
option: float the bloom in a bowl.
DISPLAY in a cool location
out of direct
sunlight. Avoid excessively hot or cold areas.
KEY TIPS FOR SUCCESS:
Re-cut
stem ends under water. Keep vase full of water; use floral preservative;
display in cool area.
ROSE
ARRANGEMENTS
 IMMEDIATELY
UPON ARRIVAL, check water level. Keep vase full by adding water daily. If
arranging foam is used, make sure it is always thoroughly saturated. Display
roses in a cool location out of direct sunlight. Avoid excessively hot or cold
areas. IF A ROSE WILTS, submerge entire flower and stem in tub or tray of warm
water and straighten. Cut 2" from end of stem under water. Allow rose
about 2 hours under water to revive. Another option: float the bloom in a
bowl.
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