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Coady Florist Flower Care Guide
Written by Coady Florist - Cambridge Florist
I've been making arrangements since I was a kid, watching my dad work behind the counter on Cambridge Street. If there's one thing I hear more than anything from customers, it's: “The flowers were so beautiful; I just wish they lasted longer.” The good news? With the right care, most bouquets can stay gorgeous for 7 to 14 days and sometimes longer. Here's exactly how to do it. - Dan
🌿 Coady Florist FLOWER CARE GUIDE
Wrapped Bouquets: The First 30 Minutes Matter
✅ Find a clean vase.
✅ Fill with cool, fresh water.
✅ Add the flower food packet.
✅ Re-cut every stem at an angle.
✅ Strip any leaves that fall below the waterline.
✅ Fill with cool, fresh water.
✅ Add the flower food packet.
✅ Re-cut every stem at an angle.
✅ Strip any leaves that fall below the waterline.
Daily Routine:
✅Change the water every day or two.
✅Change the water every day or two.
✅Re-trim the stems every day or two.
✅Remove any flowers or leaves that are past their prime.
✅Keep the water level up.
Where You Put Your Flowers Changes Everything
❄️ Cool + Bright
❌ Not Warm + Sunny
❌ Not Warm + Sunny
What Really Works and What Doesn't:
✅ Bleach (⅛ teaspoon per quart). Bleach kills bacteria. Use very sparingly; too much burns the stems.✅ Apple cider vinegar (1 tablespoon + 1 tablespoon sugar)
❌ Aspirin
❌ Copper pennies
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