5 Flower Care Tips to Make Your Bouquet Last Longer

Ever bring home (or receive!) a gorgeous bouquet, only to watch it fade faster than you’d hoped?

It’s such a disappointment, those fresh blooms instantly brighten your home, and you want them to stay that way for as long as possible. The good news? With just a few simple flower care tips, you can help your bouquet last longer and keep it looking beautiful for days beyond the usual vase life.

At Fern Cottage Florals, we believe flower care should feel easy and rewarding, never complicated. A little extra attention goes a long way in keeping your flowers fresh, vibrant, and full of life. Read on for our top five tips on how to make your flowers last longer.

WATER

Flowers get thirsty! Make sure to monitor water levels in the vase and replenish water as needed. Thicker stems need more water.

TRIMMING

For healthy flowers, cut flower stems with a clean knife or floral shears every other day at a 45 degree angle. 

LIGHT & TEMPERATURE 

In order to maximize the longevity of flowers, keep them away from direct sunlight and in a cool place. Steer away from placing your flowers near heat sources in the winter time.

PLACEMENT

Bananas and flowers don’t mix well. Do NOT place flowers near ripening fruit, as they release a gas that shortens the lifespan of flowers.

REFINING

Keep an eye on each bloom. Remove flowers as their blooms fade to ensure the remaining flowers stay fresh. Spent blooms will impact the water quality.

With these easy flower care tips, your bouquet can stay beautiful well beyond the typical vase life. Each flower variety is unique, but with a little care, you’ll enjoy the beauty of your blooms for as long as nature allows - bringing that fresh, floral joy into your home day after day.

Ready to enjoy longer-lasting blooms?
Shop our collection of fresh flower arrangements through our online store
for local delivery or pick up from our floral design studio in Redlands, CA. Each bouquet is thoughtfully designed and guaranteed to bring joy.