I used to keep stems in plain water on the counter, but moving them to a cool, dark spot makes them last way longer. It's a small change that saved me a lot of wasted blooms.
Honestly, I woke up to dried lavender scattered all over my laundry room.
That extra hour of prep made the flowers last way longer, so now I always do it.
It was way easier to load and looked more pro, but the cost really cut into my profit. Debating if that professional look is always worth the extra money for smaller shops.
Used a new preservative and flowers didn't last. What do you recommend for keeping them fresh?
A client said no roses, but I put them in her centerpiece. She got a rash when she picked it up. What do you do to keep allergy notes from getting missed when it's busy?
Replacing it with reusable chicken wire has made my arrangements last longer and reduced waste.
Lots of florists swear by foam, but I tried a chicken wire base instead. It was easier to recycle and the flowers stayed fresh all night.
I wrap wet paper towels around stems and put them in coolers for delivery. It works great for most flowers, but I'm confused if it's okay for orchids. They don't like too much water. Any florists have experience with this?
Lately, a lot of florists offer discounts if you bring back the container. It saves them money on supplies and cuts down on trash. Makes sense for both sides.
Honestly, a client asked for a giant wreath with specific dried flowers that were a pain to source. Tbh, I spent Saturday driving around and Sunday putting it all together, which felt like ages. Ngl, what do you do when a simple job ends up eating all your free time?