After experiencing the joy of arranging flowers at our Bloom Bar workshop, you’ll want to prolong your bouquet’s beauty at home. Proper care ensures your flowers remain vibrant and full for days to come. Below, we share expert tips and Bloom Bar best practices for maintaining and preserving your seasonal arrangement.
Immediate Post-Workshop Care
Once home, unwrap your bouquet gently and remove any leaves below the waterline. Trim each stem at a 45-degree angle under running water to promote absorption. Place your arrangement in clean, room-temperature water. Our care card, provided at every event, offers a handy reference for these first steps.
Daily and Ongoing Maintenance
Change the water in your vase every two days to deter bacteria. Re-trim stems slightly at each water change. Keep your bouquet away from direct sunlight, heating vents, and fruit bowls—heat and ethylene gas can cause flowers to wilt prematurely. These habits will help extend the life of your beautiful creation.
Preserving Your Arrangement
For lasting memories, consider drying your bouquet. Simply tie the stems together and hang the arrangement upside down in a dry, dark area for several weeks. Alternatively, place individual blooms between parchment paper in a heavy book for pressed florals. These methods let you enjoy your bouquet long after the event ends.
Caring for DIY Kits and Shipped Flowers
If you’ve received a Bloom Bar DIY kit or shipped flowers, follow our included care instructions. Hydrate stems immediately upon arrival and follow the same steps as our in-person workshops for the best results. Reach out to us anytime for additional tips tailored to your floral materials.
Enjoy Your Bloom Bar Bouquet
With these Bloom Bar-approved care tips, your bouquet will remain a fresh memory of creativity and connection. Enjoy your arrangement, and remember: our team is always here to help with more advice or to guide you on turning your florals into lasting keepsakes.