Roses: The wedding belle
Roses: The wedding belle
No matter a bride’s chosen style or color theme, there is always a rose that fits the vision perfectly. From classic white varieties to soft pastel garden roses or clusters of miniature spray roses, the range of options is endless.
Beyond their beauty, roses are remarkably robust when properly treated, making them ideal for bouquets and boutonnieres that need to last all day without water. For a stress-free wedding season, introduce brides to the unmatched beauty and versatility of roses.
Care and Handling
Vase Care
The outer petals of roses, known as guard petals, often look different from the inner ones. These naturally occurring petals are sometimes removed by florists for a cleaner appearance, though they can also enhance a naturalistic look when left in place. To remove guard petals, simply hold each one firmly and give a gentle tug.
For open blooms, plan ahead by ordering roses to arrive three to five days before the event. Upon arrival, unpack the roses and place them in a flower solution in a container that allows space between the heads. Keep them at room temperature until they reach the desired stage of openness, then store in a cooler until needed.
Be sure to remove any leaves that will sit below the waterline.
If roses arrive dry-packed, trim at least 1 inch off the stems using clean, sanitized clippers or a knife. Treat the cut ends with FloraLife Quick Dip before placing the flowers in properly dosed vase solutions. For clear vases, use FloraLife Crystal Clear; for no-cut processing, use FloraLife Express 300.
Finish each bouquet or arrangement with a mist of FloraLife Finishing Touch to lock in moisture. For boutonnieres, corsages and bridal bouquets, FloraLife Clear Crowning Glory is recommended. It adds a clear coating to flowers, stems and foliage to reduce water loss in designs that have no direct water source.
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