How long does a bouquet last after delivery?

With proper care, roses last 7–10 days, chrysanthemums up to 14 days, and hydrangeas 5–7 days. The key factors are fresh water, properly trimmed stems, and room temperature.

What should I add to the water for a bouquet?

You can add an aspirin tablet (1 per litre of water), a little sugar (1 tsp per litre), or a few drops of bleach. Special flower food is also sold in flower shops.

Should I remove the wrapping right after delivery?

Yes, remove the wrapping as soon as you receive the bouquet. Film and paper keep the flowers from breathing. Place the bouquet in a vase of clean, room-temperature water.

Flower care21 April 2026 · 5 min read

How to Keep Your Bouquet Fresh After Delivery — 10 Tips from ROZY Florists

You have just received a beautiful bouquet via flower delivery. What should you do next to make the flowers last as long as possible? ROZY florists share their professional secrets.

10 bouquet care tips

Remove the wrapping right away

Film and paper keep the flowers from breathing. Unwrap the bouquet as soon as you receive it.

Trim the stems at an angle

Cut 2–3 cm off each stem at a 45° angle with a sharp knife or pruners. This increases the water-absorbing surface.

Use a clean vase

Wash the vase with soap before use. Bacteria in a dirty vase make flowers wilt faster.

Fill with room-temperature water

Cold water slows down absorption. Use water at room temperature (18–22°C).

Remove leaves below the waterline

Leaves left in the water rot and contaminate it. Strip off any leaves that would sit underwater.

Change the water every 2 days

Fresh water is the number-one condition for a long-lasting bouquet. Change the water and re-trim the stems every 2 days.

Keep away from sun and heat

Direct sunlight and heat speed up wilting. Place the bouquet in a cool spot away from drafts.

Add aspirin or sugar

An aspirin tablet or a teaspoon of sugar per litre of water helps flowers live longer.

Mist the petals

A light misting with a spray bottle refreshes the flowers, especially in hot weather.

Move it somewhere cool overnight

At night, move the bouquet to a cooler place (a balcony or hallway). This noticeably extends the life of the flowers.

How long different flowers last in a vase

Flower	Vase life	Conditions
Roses	7–10 days	Cool spot, fresh water
Chrysanthemums	10–14 days	The longest-lasting of all
Hydrangeas	5–7 days	Plenty of water, regular misting
Tulips	5–7 days	Cold water, cool room
Peonies	5–7 days	Cool spot

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