Short answer: Before unwrapping, check how the bouquet is built. Hand-tied roses go into a clean vase with fresh water and trimmed stems; designs in floral foam stay intact and need the foam kept moist. In both cases, keep the roses cool and away from sun, heat and ripening fruit.
Before unwrapping a rose bouquet, check how it is constructed. Loose stems may be intended for a vase, while a designed arrangement may already have its own water source. Pulling apart a foam-based bouquet can damage the design and interrupt the way it is hydrated.
For roses intended for a vase
Use a clean vase and fresh water. Remove leaves that would sit below the waterline, and use flower food according to its packet instructions. If the florist advises trimming the stems, use a clean, sharp tool and return the flowers to water promptly.
Check the water daily and refresh it when it becomes cloudy. Keep the bouquet away from heating vents, strong direct sunlight and ripening fruit. Remove individual flowers as they fade instead of leaving deteriorating material in the arrangement.
For a bouquet built in floral foam
Flower Empire’s Grand Romance and Grand Passion rose bouquets are described as being designed in floral foam. Keep their structure intact and support the base when moving them. Ask the florist where and how to add water to the finished arrangement: decorative wrapping is not necessarily a watertight container.
If instructed to top up the foam, add water slowly at the recommended point and protect the surface beneath. Avoid soaking wrapping, ribbons or decorative inserts. Do not assume the same amount of water is right for every size.
Bring flowers indoors promptly
Toronto weather can change quickly. Arrange for someone to receive the flowers and keep them out of a parked car or exposed doorway. At home, choose a stable surface away from a busy walkway where a large arrangement could be knocked over.
Ask for construction-specific instructions
Send the product name or a photograph if you are unsure which care routine applies. Fresh flowers vary, so no single vase-life promise suits every rose, room or arrangement. If the flowers arrive with a concern, photograph the issue and contact Flower Empire with the order number so the team can review it.
Designs mentioned in this guide
A simple care routine
- On arrival: check how the bouquet is built. Hand-tied roses go into a clean vase with fresh water, and foam designs stay intact.
- Each day: check the water or foam, and refresh cloudy water.
- Placement: keep arrangements away from direct sun, heat and ripening fruit.
- As flowers fade: remove individual flowers rather than leaving them in the arrangement.
Which of our designs are built in floral foam
The Grand Romance and Grand Passion rose bouquets, priced from $549 to $949 across their 100, 150 and 200-rose sizes, are designed in floral foam. For any other design, check the product page or ask us before you order so you know which routine applies.
If something looks wrong
Photograph the issue and contact us with your order number on 416-388-0409 or at info@flowerempire.ca. Please contact us before assuming a change, replacement or refund has been accepted. The resolution and any applicable terms are confirmed for your order.
Rose Bouquet Care FAQ
Should I take roses out of floral foam?
No. Pulling stems out of foam can damage the design. Keep the foam moist instead.
How often should I change the water?
Every day or two for hand-tied roses, and whenever it looks cloudy.
Why are my roses drooping?
Usually the stem has stopped drinking. Recut it at an angle and place it in clean, cool water away from heat.
Does flower food help?
Yes, when used according to the packet instructions, it can help hand-tied roses in a vase.
Where should I keep my roses?
Away from direct sun, heat and ripening fruit, on a stable surface where a large arrangement cannot be knocked over.
Where do I add water to a wrapped bouquet?
Ask us where and how to add water to your specific design. Decorative wrapping is not necessarily a watertight container.
What should I do if my flowers arrive with a concern?
Take a photograph and contact Flower Empire with your order number so the team can review it.
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