How to care for your Valentines flowers with Kimberleys

Expert Tips from Kimberleys the Florist

Valentine’s Day is a time to express love, and nothing says it better than a stunning bouquet of fresh flowers. To ensure your gift stays beautiful for as long as possible, proper care is essential. At Kimberleys the Florist, we want your Valentine’s blooms to remain vibrant and full of life, so we’ve put together this simple guide to help you care for them.

1. Prepare Your Vase

If your bouquet was delivered as one of our vase options ignore this step!

Before you display your flowers, make sure the vase is clean.

• Wash it with warm soapy water to remove any bacteria that might shorten the flowers’ lifespan.
• Fill the vase with fresh, lukewarm water and mix in the flower food provided with your bouquet.

 

2. Trim the Stems

To help your flowers absorb water efficiently:

• Use sharp scissors or garden shears to trim 1–2 cm from the bottom of each stem at a 45-degree angle. This increases the surface area for water uptake and prevents stems from sitting flat on the bottom of the vase.
• Re-trim the stems every couple of days to keep them fresh.

 

3. Remove Extra Foliage

Strip away any leaves that fall below the waterline. Submerged foliage can rot and introduce bacteria, which shortens the lifespan of your flowers.

 

4. Find the Perfect Spot

Place your bouquet in a cool, shaded area away from direct sunlight, heat sources, or drafts.

• Avoid placing flowers near fruit, as ripening fruit releases ethylene gas, which can cause flowers to wilt prematurely.

 

5. Change the Water Regularly

Refresh the water in your vase every 2–3 days.

• Wash the vase, refill with clean water, and add a new packet of flower food

 

6. Keep an Eye on Your Flowers

Remove any wilting blooms or foliage promptly. This prevents the spread of bacteria and helps the rest of the bouquet stay fresh.

 

Bonus Tip: Add a Personal Touch

For a romantic touch, pair your Valentine’s bouquet with a handwritten note, a box of chocolates, or even a heart shaped balloon. This creates an extra-special memory to go with your beautiful flowers.

 

Make the Love Last

With these simple tips, your Valentine’s Day flowers can stay fresh and beautiful for up to two weeks. At Kimberleys the Florist, we take pride in providing premium-quality blooms that are as long-lasting as the love they represent.

If you’re still searching for the perfect Valentine’s bouquet, explore our stunning collection of roses, mixed bouquets, gift bundles and subscription flowers to make the love last. Visit us in-store, shop online, or give us a call – we’re here to make your Valentine’s Day unforgettable.

Show your love, and let Kimberleys the Florist help you keep it blooming beautifully!