Conditioning Fresh Flowers24 October 2019Here at Oops A Daisy Florist in Norwich, we really do want our customers to get the very best from the Bouquets that they recieve from us. Aqua hand tied bouquets are extreemly popular, however it should be noted that the water bubble is for transport and the bouquet should be removed and put in fresh water ASAP, or certainly within 2 days. The flowers should be conditioned. How do we do this ? Proper conditioning and care will extend the enjoyment of fresh flowers and allow you to show them in the flower show at their peak. Proper conditioning or hardening of flowers is critical. Proper preparation and careful maintenance maximizes the life of cut flowers grown by you, or purchased at the local flower shop. Cut flowers in late evening or early morning. Re-cut stems under water to prevent air bubbles from forming within the stems, cutting at an angle. Place the cut flowers into the container/ vase in which they will be conditioned with tepid water (110°F) up to the flower heads. Fuzzy foliaged plants such as dusty miller should not have their foliage submerged during conditioning. Remove the lower third of the foliage and immerse only to foliage level. Place the containers of flowers in a cool, dark, humid location preferably for a minimum of 2 hours.