How do I care for my bouquet? – Teleflorist

We take pride in sending you fresh flowers in bud form, which means the petals remain closed, protecting the inner bud until they bloom. Here's how it works:

Delivery via Courier: Your bouquet, carefully packaged in one of our Eflorist boxes, is delivered by courier. With proper care, your flowers will bloom within 48 - 72 hours, depending on the individual stems in your bouquet. This direct delivery from growers ensures your freshly picked flowers are enjoyed at home for an extended period.

Upon First Arrival:

When your bouquet arrives, you'll notice that the flowers are tightly packed in bud. This protective measure ensures the inner flowers remain safe during transit.

72 Hours Later:

With some care and attention, your bouquet will bloom to life, typically within 48 - 72 hours.

Individual Stems:

Here's what you can expect for some specific stems:

Alstroemeria: These long-lasting flowers will bloom within 48 - 72 hours with proper care.

Freesia: Fabulously fragrant freesias will bloom within 48 hours and can be enjoyed for up to seven days.

Rose flower single stem with guard petal

Rose: The guard petals on our roses are there to protect the flower beneath. Removing them won't harm the rose and will help it bloom beautifully.

Caring for Your Courier-Delivered Flowers:

Step One:

Carefully unpack your flowers from the box. Inside, you'll find a care leaflet and flower food.

Step Two:

Select the perfect vase that complements the height and depth of your bouquet.

Step Three:

Fill the vase with approximately 10cm of tepid tap water, making sure it's not too hot or cold. Add the flower food and mix it in.

Step Four:

Trim the stems at a 2-3cm angle. This angle allows the flowers to absorb the water they need to look their best.

Step Five:

Arrange your flowers in the vase. Use the vase's height as a guide for trimming each stem, and cut them at different heights for a tiered bouquet.

Step Six:

Place larger blooms, such as Lilies or Gemini, at the top of the bouquet, and position stems like alstroemeria and freesia at the bottom to create depth.

Step Seven:

Keep your flowers away from direct heat sources like sunlight and radiators. Replace the water every other day to keep your bouquet fresh for longer.

Enjoy your beautifully blooming bouquet!