How to Make A Flower Bouquet Last Longer
There’s nothing quite like receiving a fresh bouquet from Clapham Flowers—a burst of colour and scent that instantly brightens any space. But as temperatures rise, it’s especially important to care for your flowers properly to help them stay fresh and beautiful for as long as possible.
Whether you’ve received flowers as a gift or treated yourself to one of our stunning hand-tied bouquets, here are our top care tips to help your blooms thrive in hot weather.
1. Trim the Stems
Cut each stem at a 45-degree angle before placing your bouquet in a vase. This increases water uptake and helps prevent wilting. Re-trim the stems every 2–3 days for maximum freshness.
2. Keep Them Cool
Flowers don’t like direct sunlight or warm rooms. In the summer, place your bouquet in a cool, shaded spot—away from windows, radiators, and fruit bowls (yes, ripening fruit releases ethylene gas that can speed up decay!).
3. Change the Water Regularly
Change the water in the vase every 1–2 days. Rinse the vase thoroughly each time to remove bacteria, and top up with fresh, room-temperature water. Always remove any leaves that fall below the waterline to prevent rotting.
4. Use the Flower Food
Your Clapham Flowers bouquet includes a sachet of flower food—don’t skip it! It contains nutrients and antibacterial agents that help extend the life of your blooms. If you run out, you can make your own using a mix of sugar, white vinegar, and lemon juice.
5. Mist Gently
On especially hot days, a light mist of water on the petals can help keep flowers hydrated—just be gentle, especially with delicate blooms like roses and peonies.
6. Prompt Unboxing
Once you received your gorgeous bouquet, remove the packaging as soon as possible. This allows the flowers to breathe and prevents condensation build-up. You can check our delivery details here to learn how we protect your blooms during transport.
Extra Tip: Remove Fading Blooms
As the days go on, remove any wilting or browning flowers to help the rest of the bouquet stay fresh and avoid bacterial spread.
Why Flower Care Matters
At Clapham Flowers, we take great care to deliver seasonal bouquets in peak condition. But your care at home plays a big role in how long your blooms last—especially during the warm summer months. Whether you're ordering a bouquet for yourself or sending flowers to a loved one, following these simple steps ensures your flowers stay vibrant and fragrant longer.
Explore Our Summer Collection
Looking for something bright and beautiful? Browse our full online flower shop for the perfect seasonal bouquet—and enjoy fast, reliable service with our local flower delivery across Clapham and South West London.
Let your flowers last—and your summer shine.