What’s in Flower Food?
The truth most brands don’t tell you — and why Flower Boosters is different
Ever wonder what’s actually in those little packets of Free flower food?
Here’s the mystery: companies aren’t required to list ingredients on consumer flower food — and most don’t. You see words like “proprietary blend” or “cut flower preservative,” but not what’s inside.
At Flower Boosters, we believe you deserve to know what you’re putting in your vase — especially when it sits on your kitchen table, near your pets, or in your hands.
Flower Boosters can help the most common $10 grocery store flowers last up to 20+ days.
What Ingredients Are in Flower Food Packets?
Most commercial packets — no matter the brand — contain at least three basic ingredients:
Sugar – acts as food for the blooms, giving them energy.
Acidifier – lowers water pH to help stems absorb water.
Biocide or bleach compound – prevents bacteria growth but can also harm pets and sensitive skin.
That last ingredient is the real concern. Because formulations are proprietary, the exact chemicals used can vary widely — from simple citric acid and chlorine to synthetic preservatives designed for transport, not homes. And the cheaper the product (think “free”) the less they will invest in high quality environmentally safe formulations.
What We Do Know
Who Makes the Major Flower Food Brands
Most of the packets in grocery-store bouquets come from just a few giant global players:
Miracle-Gro (Scotts Company)
The largest U.S. marketing agent for Monsanto/Bayer’s Roundup® consumer products.
Specializes in large-scale agricultural and chemical formulations.
Focused on fertilizer and lawn care products, not home vase applications.
Source: Garden Center Mag – Monsanto & Scotts partnership
FloraLife (Smithers-Oasis)
Acquired by Smithers-Oasis, maker of OASIS® floral foam.
Products are engineered for post-harvest logistics and florist supply chains.
Source: Greenhouse Grower – Smithers-Oasis acquires FloraLife
Chrysal (OAT Agrio Co., Ltd., Japan)
Owned by a Japanese agrochemical manufacturer known for crop protection and fertilizer lines.
Source: Perishable News – OAT Agrio acquires Chrysal
In short: the big names in flower care come from industrial and chemical backgrounds — not consumer wellness, sustainability, or pet safety.
Let’s Be Clear
They didn’t get where they are by selling bad products — far from it. We’ve used them too. Their formulas have helped the floral industry for decades.
But we knew there had to be a better way — one that delivered longer-lasting flowers while staying safe, effective, and transparent. A product you can trust around pets, people, and the environment.
That’s what inspired us to create Flower Boosters — flower care designed for real homes, not warehouses.
Why Flower Boosters Follows a Different Drummer
We started with a simple question: Why should something made for beauty come with mystery ingredients?
Our approach:
Transparent, clearly labeled ingredients.
Non-toxic, pet-safe formulas for everyday bouquets.
Designed for kitchen tables, not freight containers.
Longer vase life, less water changing, and no harsh preservatives.
Because consumer and environmental well-being shouldn’t be sacrificed for profit.
Transparency You Can See
When you buy Flower Boosters, you know exactly what you’re getting — and why it works.
We disclose every active ingredient, explain its role, and never hide behind “proprietary blend.”
That’s what makes us different. And it’s why customers who care about their flowers, their homes, and their health are switching.
See the Results for Yourself
Watch $10 flowers thrive for 3 weeks with Flower Boosters
Ready to Try a Flower Food That Actually Works?
Unlike those free store packets, our flower food is:
Transparent
Proven
Pet-safe
Made in the USA