Flower Care & FAQs

How can I get the longest possible vase life from my flowers?

Buying fresh flowers from a florist that sources only seasonal, Australian grown blooms is the first thing you can do to maximise the longevity of your flowers! Supermarkets and traditional florists rely heavily on imported flowers which are already much further along their life cycle than locally grown flowers, having travelled from South America, Europe or Africa and moved through several wholesalers along the way.

At Vase Life, we design with what’s in season locally, because flowers last longer when they are picked in their natural season and don’t travel too far.

We recommend having your flowers delivered in a vase, if possible, so that your flowers are not out of water for any period of time. This will keep them fresher, plus they will have been arranged directly into the right-sized vase, and ready to enjoy!

How do I keep my bouquet fresh in a vase?

Place your arrangement in a clean vase, half filled with room-temperature water, in a cool location away from direct sunlight, heat and ripening fruit.

Remove any leaves from stems that fall below the water line. Leaves that are left to break down in the water will cause bacteria growth, which clog up your flowers’ water channels and prevent them from drinking the water up.

Every two days, trim the stems on an angle, and change the water.

Some flowers and foliage in your bouquet will last longer than other elements. This is normal and natural. Remove wilted leaves and flowers as they occur, and enjoy the process of rearranging them, if you so desire!

Can I dry my flowers?

Yes, some flowers can be dried and displayed as everlasting! Australian natives are great for this purpose, such as banksias, kangaroo paw, strawflower, wax flower, gum nuts and foliage. There are different methods, such as hanging them upside down in a dark, dry location for a few weeks. Or you can simply let them dry in the vase and then remove them from water. The tricky part in our climate is to avoid excessive humidity.

How can I reuse or recycle the packaging materials?

We're so glad you asked! If you received a wrapped bouquet, you can compost the hydration pouches, recycle the paper wraps, and keep your beautiful ribbon to reuse in your own gift wrapping. We encourage you to experiment with drying certain flowers, and compost the remaining flowers with your garden waste.