Buying flowers from your florist means you're buying blooms that are special, unique, and well-cared for. In many cases, flowers are specially cut shortly before you buy them so they are fresh and ready to display.
When you buy flowers, your florist wants you to know the following things. This way, your blooms last as long as possible, you get your money's worth, and your florist feels like they have been heard.
Your flowers need to be cut when you get home
When the flowers you order reach their destination, they need to be cut at an angle to allow them to be able to get the most water to them. Otherwise, the shock of being transported and being introduced to new water can be a bit too much, and your flowers can suffer as a result. Take a good pair of scissors and quickly snip off the ends of your flowers before putting them in a vase.
Your flowers need the nutrition packet they came with
Your florist sent your flowers with a little nutrition packet for a reason, and if you use it, your blooms will last longer and stay more erect and vibrant longer as well. You can use other plant food or even water that has had banana peels soaking in it to supplement this nutrition, but don't forget about the nutrition pack in the first place.
Your flowers might be sending off the wrong message
In the end you can buy whatever flowers you want, but your florist knows best when it comes to conveying a message with blooms. Every flower has a meaning or symbolism behind it, and you can send off the wrong message by accident if you get a mixed bouquet based on color and flower preference rather than message.
Ask your florist for help when creating a bouquet of flowers for someone. This way, you get to send the right message and still have a unique and beautiful bouquet that shows someone you care.
Your flowers might regrow if planted
Some flowers, if planted, will create a new root system and grow new flowers. Your florist wants you to get the most out of the flower arrangement you have, so ask them which blooms they have for sale are the hardiest and see if you can make a new bouquet grow out of the one you buy from them.
If you love the work your florist does, spread the word and let your family and friends know. This way, your favorite flower shop can continue to prosper and grow.
