How to Make Cut Flowers Last Longer

There’s nothing quite like the joy of having fresh flowers in your home. A bouquet instantly brightens the room, lifts your mood, and reminds you of life’s little celebrations. Whether you’ve received a delivery from someone special or treated yourself to fresh blooms, you’ll want them to stay beautiful for as long as possible.

At Reynolds Flowers, your local South Shore florist, we want you to enjoy every petal for days to come. Here are some of our favorite insider tips to help your cut flowers last longer:

1. Start with a Sparkling Vase

Think of your vase as your flowers’ new home. Give it a good wash before arranging your bouquet—residue or bacteria can cut your flowers’ life short.

2. Trim Stems on an Angle

Use sharp scissors or floral shears to cut each stem at a 45-degree angle. This helps your flowers drink more water. Repeat the trim every couple of days to keep them refreshed.

3. Strip Away Extra Leaves

Leaves sitting in water can break down quickly and create bacteria. Remove any foliage that will be below the water line.

4. Keep the Water Fresh

Flowers love a clean drink! Use room-temperature water, change it every two days, and rinse the vase each time.

5. Feed Your Flowers

That little packet of flower food we include with your bouquet? Use it—it makes a big difference. No packet? Mix a little sugar, lemon juice, and a touch of bleach in your vase water to mimic the effect.

6. Find a Cool Spot

Direct sunlight and heat can speed up wilting. Display your flowers in a cooler room to help them last.

7. Refresh & Recut

A quick touch-up every couple of days—fresh water, a little trim, and removing wilting blooms—keeps your arrangement looking brand new.

Enjoy Every Bloom

With a little care, your flowers will stay radiant and continue to bring joy to your home. And when it’s time for your next bouquet, let us deliver something fresh and beautiful right to your door.

✨ Order fresh flower delivery on the South Shore today with Reynolds Flowers—bringing beauty, love, and color to every occasion.