Flower Care & Storage Guide FAQ
Proper flower care helps preserve freshness, extend vase life, and reduce unnecessary waste. For businesses selling fresh flowers, good handling practices ensure customers receive premium-quality products that look their best for longer.
Unpack your flowers as soon as possible and inspect them for quality. Trim each stem at an angle with clean, sharp secateurs before placing the flowers into clean water. This helps improve water absorption and keeps the flowers hydrated.
Most fresh cut flowers last longest when stored in a cool environment away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Maintaining a consistent temperature helps slow the ageing process and preserves the flowers' appearance and freshness.
Fresh water should be provided regularly, ideally every one to two days, depending on the flower variety and storage conditions. Clean water helps prevent bacterial growth that can shorten the life of fresh flowers.
Some flower varieties have different care requirements and may produce natural gases that affect other blooms. If you're unsure about the best storage method, our team can advise you on handling specific flower types to maintain optimum freshness.
Yes. Any foliage sitting below the waterline should be removed before placing flowers into a bucket or vase. This helps reduce bacterial growth and keeps the water cleaner for longer, improving the overall lifespan of your flowers.
Keep flowers hydrated, trim the stems when received, use clean containers, change the water regularly, and store them in a cool environment. Proper handling throughout the supply chain and in-store display will significantly improve flower longevity.
Absolutely. Dias Flowers Import & Export is committed to helping our customers get the best value from every order. Our experienced team is happy to provide practical advice on flower care, storage, handling, and display for your business.
Yes. Exposure to heat, direct sunlight, dirty water, or poor handling can reduce vase life and negatively affect the appearance of fresh flowers. Following recommended storage practices helps protect your investment and maintain customer satisfaction.
Yes. Quality and freshness are at the heart of everything we do. We carefully source, handle, and deliver premium wholesale fresh flowers to businesses across South Africa, Angola, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, United Kingdom, the rest of Africa and Globally, ensuring every order arrives in excellent condition and ready for sale.
