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Flower Care

Tropical flower care requires some specific knowledge.

FOR ALL TROPICAL FLOWERS AND FOLIAGE


Unpack carefully and immediately.
Trim ½ to 1 inch off of the stems with a sharp knife or scissors.
Every 3-4 days re-trim stems, clean the vase, and replace the water with fresh.
Occasionally mist flowers (except orchids sprays).


Anthuriums:

Submerge whole flowers in cool water 10-15 minutes.
Keep the flowers away from heat sources and drafts.


Dendrobium and Oncidium Orchid sprays:

Submerge flowers sprays in cool water 10-15 minutes.
Re-cut stems once or twice a week and change water daily.
Keep the flowers away from heat sources and avoid temperatures below 45°F.


Tropicals (Bird of Paradise, Heliconias, Gingers...):


For Ginger:
Soak the entire flower and stem in cool water for 10-15 minutes.

For Bird of Paradise: To bring out extra flowers, insert your thumb inside the sheath through the slit on the upper side and gently lift up a new flower.

Keep flowers away from heat sources, air conditioning drafts, and direct sunlight.

Foliage:
Trim ½ inch off the stem and immerse immediately in fresh water at room temperature for 15 minutes.

We have more information on how to take care of Leis here.

If you have any questions about Tropical Flower Care please contact us today.