At Florist Kenton, we’re passionate about helping our community enjoy exquisite blooms every day. Flowers bring beauty, joy, and freshness to homes, events, and offices across Kenton. Whether you’ve purchased a dazzling bouquet for your living room, are planning a wedding, or want your business to make the best impression, our Kenton florists have gathered the essential advice you need to help your flowers last and look magnificent.
Flowers are living art. Their colour and fragrance lift moods, but with proper care, they can do so for longer. Here at Florist Kenton, we’ve served local households, venues, and businesses for many years, and we know how important it is to maintain blooms at their best. Simple flower care steps ensure longevity, vibrance, and healthier arrangements whatever the occasion.
Our team believes that with the right knowledge, everyone can become their own flower expert. That’s why we’ve put together these tried-and-tested tips tailored to the Kenton area, taking into account our local climate, varieties, and lifestyle needs.
Once you receive your fresh Kenton flowers from us, a few key steps make all the difference:
Water is central to flower care. Here’s how Kenton’s experienced florists recommend handling it:
Each season brings its own floral stars to Kenton and unique conditions for caring for them:
Popular Kenton flowers in spring include tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. These blooms appreciate cooler temperatures and don’t like to be too close to fruit bowls — fruit releases ethylene gas which can make flowers wilt faster.
Heat is the biggest challenge. Place arrangements away from direct sunlight and drafts. Mist petals gently for delicate varieties, and change water more frequently as bacteria multiply faster in warmth. For weddings, keep bouquets in water as much as possible before the event.
Rich Chrysanthemums, dahlias, and autumnal roses abound. These typically enjoy slightly cooler water and benefit from extra stem trimming as their stems can harden with age, inhibiting water uptake.
When indoor heating is on, the air can be dry. Top up vase water more regularly, and avoid placing arrangements near radiators. If you have evergreens or seasonal berries, gently mist foliage to counteract the drying effect.
Use the Right Vase: For tall stems, choose deeper vases for support. Wide-mouthed vases suit compact arrangements. Ensure the vase isn’t overcrowded to allow air movement and water circulation between stems.
DIY Flower Food: If you run out of professional sachets, mix one teaspoon of sugar, half a teaspoon of bleach, and two teaspoons of lemon juice in a litre of water. Sugar nourishes, bleach reduces bacteria, and lemon acidifies water for better uptake.
Humidity Hacks: For thirsty flowers, Kenton florists recommend misting petals lightly with water to mimic morning dew and boost hydration without over-soaking stems.
Flush Away Bacteria: Add a drop of vodka or gin to the vase water (especially with clear, pale flowers) to dampen bacteria growth. Only a drop is needed.
Florist Kenton’s expertise spans daily domestic arrangements, elaborate wedding florals, and long-lasting office installations. Each setting needs special flower care strategies:
Refresh water often, display flowers away from cooking steam and keep bouquets away from direct sunlight for best results.
Transport bouquets in cool boxes with damp towels, and set up close to event time. Use vases or buckets of water for arrangements until final placement to maintain peak freshness.
Opt for hardier varieties like lilies, orchids, and tropicals which stand up well to indoor conditions. Schedule regular refreshes from your Kenton florist for a consistently professional look.
Blooms drooping prematurely? Try this Kenton florist-approved fix:
Many times, this emergency TLC brings surprising results!
With these proven care tips directly from our Kenton florists – who create stunning displays for households, weddings, and businesses – you can enjoy the very best from your Flowers Kenton. Whatever the bouquet or occasion, proper care transforms beautiful flowers into breathtaking, long-lasting arrangements. If you have a special request, seasonal question, or wish to discuss tailored flower solutions, our experienced Kenton team is always happy to help you fill your space with colour and fragrance that lasts.
Please fill out the form below to send us an email and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
