Simple Flower Care Guide

💐 How to Care for a Bouquet in a Vase

Want your vase flowers to stay vibrant and glowing? Follow these steps:

Start with a clean vase
Wash your vase thoroughly with warm water and mild soap. Any hidden bacteria can shorten your flowers’ life.

with fresh, cool water
Pour in cool tap water until the vase is about half to two-thirds full. This gives stems enough to drink without letting leaves sit in the water.

Add flower food
If your bouquet comes with a sachet, dissolve it completely in the water. It provides essential nutrients and slows bacterial growth.

Remove submerged leaves
Leaves below the waterline will decay quickly, making the water dirty. Gently strip off any that would sit underwater.

Trim stems at an angle
Cut 1–2 cm from each stem at a 45° angle using sharp scissors or a knife. This opens the stem to absorb more water. Repeat every couple of days for best results.

Refresh water regularly
Every 1–2 days, change the water, clean the vase, and trim the stems again. Add more flower food if available.

Keep them cool
Place the vase in a cool, shaded area away from direct sun, heaters, or draughts. Flowers thrive at 16–22°C.

🌸 Caring for Floral Arrangements in Oasis (Flower Foam)

If your flowers come arranged in a box or basket with floral foam, here’s how to keep them fresh:

Check the foam daily
Gently touch the foam (oasis) to ensure it feels slightly damp. Add a few tablespoons of clean water daily.

Never let it dry out
Dry floral foam won’t reabsorb water. A little water each day keeps your flowers well hydrated.

Limit movement
The foam is fragile, so avoid tilting or shaking the arrangement. This prevents stems from breaking inside.

Don’t mist the petals
Spraying the flowers might cause mold or damage delicate blooms. Stick to watering the foam only.

Choose a cool spot
Keep your arrangement in a shaded, airy room. Avoid placing it near windows, appliances, or hot surfaces.

🪴 General Care for Potted Plants

Indoor plants bring life to your home, but they need the right care. Here’s a simple routine:

Light matters
Most houseplants enjoy bright but indirect light. Place them near a window with soft, filtered sunlight. Direct rays can scorch leaves.

Water wisely
Touch the soil 2–3 cm deep with your finger.

If dry → water slowly until a little drains out of the bottom.

If still moist → wait another day or two.
Always empty the saucer so roots don’t sit in water.

Right temperature
Keep plants in rooms between 18–24°C. Avoid heaters, AC vents, and chilly drafts.

Fertilize occasionally
During spring and summer, feed your plant once a month with liquid fertilizer for healthy growth.

Repot when needed
If roots outgrow the pot or the plant looks crowded, move it into a slightly bigger container with fresh soil.