How to Care for Your Cut Flowers

Loose cut flowers are a treat to grab on a whim or for a special occasion. To enjoy the fresh cut blooms you bring home, take a few simple steps to ensure their lasting quality. Immediately remove the cellophane wrap and clean the stems of each blossom.  Fill a CLEAN vase with fresh water and add the preservative that accompanied your purchase.  Room temperature water is best. Take off all foliage on the flowers that will be below the water line of your vase. Re-cut each stem with a sharp knife, on an angle, and immediately place in the vase. Do not cut all flowers and then place in the vase.  Perfect! Display your arrangement in a cool area away from direct sun or a heat source. Keep water level up in vase and add preservative if needed. If water gets murky, change water, rinse vase, and re-cut stems.   Most important, enjoy your creation!