ROSE CARE

Give Your Roses the Best Start

Our roses come straight from our farms in Ecuador to us. Before shipping, they undergo a special hydration process to prepare them for the journey. If they look a little wilted or thirsty upon arrival, don't worry—this is completely normal! Just follow these simple steps to help them bloom beautifully.

Step 1: Unpacking Your Roses

• Wear gloves – Protect your hands from thorns and stains from tinted roses.

• Remove roses from the box – Carefully remove the roses, cutting any straps if needed.

• Keep the cardboard sleeve on – Leave it on for 4 to 8 hours while they hydrate.

• Remove wrapping – Take off any plastic wrapping and rubber bands.

Step 2: Hydrating the Roses

• Use clean containers – Use clean vases, buckets, or containers for your flowers.

• Fill with water – Fill them with at least 4 inches of fresh, cool water.

• Add flower food – If you have flower food, add it according to the instructions for extra nourishment.

• Remove leaves – Remove any leaves that would sit below the waterline to prevent bacteria from forming.

• Trim stems – Trim about 1 inch (2.5 cm) off the stems at an angle, cutting under running water for best results.

• Place in water – Immediately place the freshly cut stems into the prepared water.

Step 3: Let Them Drink

Give the roses at least 4 hours to hydrate properly. Some may take up to 12 hours to fully perk up. If any roses still look droopy after a few hours, trim the stems again and place them back in water to remove air bubbles.

• Minimum hydration time needed: 4 hours

• Maximum hydration time: 12 hours

Step 4: Keeping Your Roses Fresh

• Cool location – Store roses in a cool, shaded area, away from direct sunlight and heat.

• Fresh water – Refresh the water every 24 to 48 hours, or whenever it looks cloudy.

• Tinted roses – If your roses are tinted, the water may change color—just swap it out when needed.

• Remove damaged petals – Remove any outer petals that appear brown or damaged—it’s normal for each rose to shed 5-10 guard petals.

• Speed up blooming – Want them to open faster? Place them in a warm room.

• Slow down blooming – Prefer to slow down blooming? Keep them in a cooler space.

Pro Tips for Long-Lasting Roses

✅ Water Quality Matters – Use filtered or low-chlorine water for better hydration.
🍎 Keep Away From Fruit – Keep roses away from ripe fruits—fruits release ethylene gas, which can make flowers wilt faster.
🌸 Quick Blooming Trick – Need to speed up blooming? Dip the stems in warm water for a few minutes.
🌹 Rescue Droopy Roses – Got a droopy rose? Wrap the stem in paper and let it hydrate longer to regain strength.

Final Reminders for Rose Care

🌿 Final Reminder: Roses are thirsty flowers! Make sure they always have enough water, especially in the first 24 hours.
💐 Enjoy your beautiful roses for as long as possible!