To keep a bouquet fresh for longer, trim the stems at an angle, use clean water, change it every two days and keep the flowers away from heat and direct sunlight.
Step-by-step flower care
- Trim the stems about 2 cm at a 45-degree angle with a sharp knife or scissors.
- Remove low leaves so no leaves sit under the water line.
- Use a clean vase filled with fresh, room-temperature water.
- Add flower food if it came with your bouquet.
- Change the water every two days and re-trim the stems.
- Keep it cool, away from direct sun, fans, heaters and fruit bowls.
Caring for a flower box
Flower boxes use floral foam. Keep the box out of direct sun and add a little water to the foam each day.
Extra tips for Pakistan's heat
In summer, place flowers in the coolest room of the house and refresh the water daily.
Mistakes that make flowers wilt faster
- Leaving the bouquet in its wrap without water for hours.
- Keeping the vase near a window in the afternoon sun.
- Placing flowers next to a fruit bowl, since ripening fruit makes flowers age faster.
- Using a vase that still has old water or residue inside.
Tips by flower type
- Roses: if a head droops, re-cut the stem and place it in fresh, cool water.
- Sunflowers: they drink a lot, so top up the water often.
- Lilies: remove the pollen tips carefully to avoid stains.
- Baby's breath: keep it cool and away from heat.
For a longer guide, read how to keep flowers fresh for longer.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I change the water?
Every two days at least, and every day in hot weather.
Should I add sugar to the water?
Clean water works best. Use the flower food that came with your bouquet if there is one.
Are Pasha Bouquet flowers fresh?
Yes. Every bouquet is hand-tied on the day of delivery, and you see a live WhatsApp video before it leaves.
