The Manchester Flower Studio

If you are arranging fresh cut flowers yourself, be sure to remove any leaves that will be submerged in water from stems. It will help keep your water clear longer and help with preventing bacteria growth.

Did you know that in our culture, different flower species have different meanings? Many are familiar with roses standing for love, but Queen Anne’s Lace stands for sanctuary, snapdragons for desire, and standard chrysanthemums for fidelity.

Be sure to thoroughly disinfect you vases after each use. Even when a vase looks clean, bacteria can linger. This can wreak havoc on your next flower arrangement by speeding up bacteria growth and shortening its lifespan.

If you receive a bouquet and have to trim the ends before placing in a vase, it is best practice to cut the ends at an angle to help the stems to absorb as much nutrients as possible.