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Back to all articles You pick up a bouquet labeled freshly cut, only to watch it wilt within days—sometimes before the buds even open. Did you do something wrong? Here’s the truth: many of those “fresh” flowers were cut days ago. While they may look vibrant in the store, most are far from freshly picked—and […]

Back to all articles Walk into any florist shop or grocery store, and you’ll find beautiful blooms paired with a “free” packet of floral food. It feels like a bonus—something that helps your flowers live longer. But what if we told you that most commercial floral food isn’t actually designed with you in mind? Let’s

Back to all articles How to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh—Especially in Summer There’s nothing quite like the joy of fresh flowers brightening your home. But as beautiful as they are, cut flowers are also fragile—especially during the heat of summer. Whether they came from your garden or a grocery store bouquet, keeping flowers fresh requires

Back to all articles If you’re wondering how to make flowers last longer, the secret starts before you even leave the store. Flowers can look deceptively fresh—but there are clues that reveal whether they’re still thriving or just holding it together until you get them home. Flowers should brighten your space—not disappoint you the next

Back to all articles (And What Actually Works If You Want Your Flowers to Last) When Your Flowers Wilt Too Soon, It’s Not Your Fault You bought a beautiful bouquet. Maybe it was a gift, maybe you needed a little joy for your kitchen counter. You followed the advice: trimmed the stems, added sugar water—or

Back to all articles How to Make a Stunning Flower Bouquet Last (Even on a Budget) The perfect flower bouquet doesn’t have to come from a fancy florist—or cost a fortune.In fact, some of my favorite bouquets started with the $5.99 special at the grocery store. With a little know-how, you can turn any flower

Back to all articles how often to change flower water (And Why It Matters) How Often To Change Flower Water?  Most advice says to change flower water every 2–3 days. But let’s be honest—who actually enjoys doing that? The reason for this schedule isn’t arbitrary. It comes down to one thing: bacteria.From the moment flowers

Back to all articles Is Flower Food Toxic To Humans? What They Don’t Tell You Here’s the uncomfortable truth: we don’t really know what’s in most cut flower food packets. That tiny “free” packet that comes with your bouquet? They don’t list ingredients. Often, it doesn’t even say who made it. And legally, it doesn’t

Back to all articles can i return flowers to costco? YES! My Experience (and What You Should Know) I get asked this a lot: “Can you return flowers to Costco?”Short answer? Yes! Costco has one of the most generous return policies in retail. But… there’s a bit more to it than that—especially if you want

Back to all articles How to Keep Roses Alive in a Vase Simple Tricks to Make Roses Last Longer at Home Fresh roses make you happy—until they start drooping days too soon. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to keep roses alive in a vase, this guide is for you. Whether it’s Valentine’s Day,