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How to: Make your arrangement last longer.
For Cut Flower Bunches & Arrangements...
Field of Flowers offers over 150 varieties of beautiful flowers from “hand-selected” growers who have passed rigorous testing procedures to insure the utmost in quality and longevity.

Is light important?
Yes. The more light the better, but be careful of too much heat from direct sunlight or strong indoor lights.

Is humidity important?
Yes. Flowers prefer a humid environment. Avoid drafty spots near air conditioning vents which tend to dry out flowers.

Do cut flowers need a clean environment?
Yes. The vase should be absolutely clean. Always use “flower food” with a germicide and remove any foliage below the water line to avoid bacteria growth.

Is “flower food” important?
Yes. It provides the nutrition the flowers would receive if they were still on the plant. At Field of Flowers, all our flowers are placed in a flower food solution. In addition, an extra packet is included with each arrangement and/or bunch of flowers.

Should I cut the stems of my flowers?
lf you purchase an arrangement, it is not necessary. We’ve already done so. If you purchase loose cut flowers, cut off about 1/2” of stem with a sharp knife, preferably under water, before placing them in your vase. When cutting stems, be sure not to
“strip the bark” from the stem because It protects and extends the life of the flower.

How else can I prolong the life of cut flowers?
Leave on as many leaves as possible, but not below the water line. And remove yellowing leaves to keep your flowers looking fresher longer.


For Roses...
There are hundreds of hybrid varieties (or “cultivars”) of roses. Yet, only a dozen or so selected growers meet the rigorous testing standards required by Field of Flowers. It is your assurance that the roses we offer will outperform those you can buy anywhere else.

Roses have a reputation for being delicate and short-lived. Is this true?
No. If roses are of high quality and handled properly, they actually last longer than many other flowers.

If a rose Is “open”, does that mean it’s old?
Not necessarily. A closed, tight rose is no guarantee of freshness. When harvested too tight, a rose may never open.

How can I tell if a rose is fresh?
Your best proof is to buy from a quality-oriented source that can guarantee the roses will last. When you shop at Field of Flowers, you have our guarantee of freshness.

Will aspirin in the vase water make roses last longer?
Yes. Aspirin adds acidity, which roses like. Even better is Sprite or any citrus flavored soft drink, which adds acidity and sugar. (Use one part Sprite to five parts water). However the best additive is the fresh flower food that all roses receive at Field of Flowers.

Should I remove the leaves and thorns from roses?
Yes and no. Do remove any leaves that will be under water, to avoid rot. There’s no reason to remove thorns, unless they get in your way. If it’s necessary, cut only the thorn tip and do not disturb the bark of the stem.