Good flower care begins before a bouquet is arranged. A consistent receiving routine can help florists identify damage, plan workload and preserve the quality of fresh-cut stock.
Inspect deliveries promptly
Check boxes or sleeves for signs of heat exposure, crushed heads, broken stems or missing quantities. Compare what arrived with the order description and document issues as soon as possible. Product handling guidance may vary by variety and supplier.
Clean tools and containers
Use clean buckets and disinfected cutting tools. Remove leaves that would sit below the waterline and prepare stems according to their variety. Commercial flower food, where suitable, should be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Hydrate and store appropriately
Many flowers benefit from time to hydrate before arrangement. Temperature and humidity requirements differ across tropical flowers, roses, foliage and other varieties. Avoid a one-temperature approach to everything in the cooler.
Plan for the job
Separate orders by delivery date and customer, label the prepared materials and check the stock again before assembly. For weddings and larger events, confirm the handling and transport plan in advance rather than preparing everything at the last minute.
SourceFlora’s marketplace brings together floral products from sellers; always follow care guidance provided for the specific stock purchased.
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