| A common question received at Fastflowers.com.au is "How do we keep your lovely roses alive for as long as possible?”. With a little TLC you can extend the life of your roses by a number of days. Rose Bouquets:
1) Cut the stems of the roses with sharp scissors.
2) Remove any bruised or discoloured leaves and petals.
3) Place in a vase with fresh water.
4) Keep the flowers in a cool spot.
5) Add flower food to water.
6) Re-cut stems and change water 2-3 days later. Rose Boxes/Rose Baskets/ Rose Arrangements
1) Keep in a cool spot.
2) Top up water to floral foam every day. Obviously roses are living things and their lifespan can vary between 3 and 7 days. However, with a little care it is easy to extend a cut flower's life.
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