Flower Care Guide - Conner Park Florist, Inc. - St. Clair Shores, MI

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How can I make my flowers last longer?

Certain varieties of cut flowers last longer than others. Carnations, for example, can remain vibrant for long periods. Roses have a shorter vase life, but are prized for their special and delicate beauty. When buying flowers, be sure to ask your florist how long you should expect your arrangement to last. Whatever variety you choose, a little TLC will go a long way to keep your blooms looking fresh longer. Here are a few handy tips that can help add days to their beauty!

Essentials for your flowers

Keep them in a cool spot (65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit; 18 to 22 degrees Celsius), away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, direct drafts from a ceiling fan, and the tops of televisions or radiators. (Appliances like televisions give off heat, causing flowers to dehydrate.)

When your flowers arrive in wet foam

Keep the floral foam soaked in water containing floral food provided by your florist. Be sure to follow the directions on the package.

When your flowers are arranged in water

Keep the vase filled with water containing floral food provided by your florist. Be sure to follow the directions on the package.

If the solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely. If possible, recut the stems by removing one to two inches with a sharp knife.

Remove leaves that will be below the waterline. Leaves in water will promote bacterial growth that can harm the flowers.

When your flowers have woody stems and branches (such as Quince, Forsythia, or Lilac)

Cut the stem with sharp pruning shears. Place in warm water containing fresh floral food to promote flower opening.

What is floral food and why use it?

Floral food is a combination of additives that help to nourish the flowers and discourage bacteria from growing in the water. It is one of the best—and easiest—ways to extend the life of your flowers. It is very important to follow the directions on the package correctly. Improperly mixed floral food can do more harm than good.

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Conner Park Florist. Conner Park Florist is a family run full-service florist that was founded in Detroit in 1946. Conner Park Florist serves patrons in the entire Metropolitan Detroit Area. Flowers, delivery and services are provided to Detroit, St. Clair Shores, Grosse Pointe Woods, Grosse Pointe Shores, Grosse Pointe Farms, Grosse Pointe City, Grosse Pointe Park, Harper Woods, Eastpointe, Harrison Township, Mount Clemens, Warren, Roseville, Clinton Township, Fraser, Sterling Heights, Shelby Township, Utica, New Baltimore, China Township, Troy, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Ferndale, Oak Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Heights, Southfield, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, Franklin, Farmington, Lake Orion, Keego Harbor, White Lake, Waterford, Pontiac, Northville, Novi, Livonia, Westland, Garden City, Redford, Dearborn, Hamtramck, Taylor, Ecorse, Wayne, Wyandotte, and Allen Park. Our re-designed website also allows our customers to buy flowers online at their own convenience. Conner Park Florist provides flowers, floral arrangements, bouquets (bokay’s), fresh flowers, silk flowers, silk arrangements, custom arrangements, Lake Champlain Chocolates, Waterford vases and crystal, gifts, candy, balloons, stuffed teddy bears and other stuffed animals, home furnishings, house warming gifts, sympathy flowers, green plants, flowering plants, orchids, candles, holiday decorations, and home décor. Our gourmet gift baskets can be filled with gourmet foods, fresh fruit, cookies, candy, and fresh pastries from our local Bakery. Our gourmet gift baskets are great for any occasion, including corporate gifts, sympathy, congratulations, or as a get-well encouragement. Conner Park Florist specializes and works with customers to provide flowers for weddings, parties, and other large-scale events to meet all budgets and styles. Our bridal and bridesmaid’s bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres, reception centerpieces, and cake flowers are all designed specifically for your wedding party. Our Fresh Flower selection usually includes, but is not limited to the following, Long-Stem Roses, Sweet Heart Roses, Spray Roses, Asiatic Lilies, Casa Blanca Lilies, Stargazer Lilies, Calla Lilies, Tulips, Snapdragons, Liatris, Sunflowers, Gerbera Daisies, Alstroemeria (Peruvian Lilies), Carnations, Bells of Ireland, Chrysanthemum’s, Fugi Mum’s, Aster (Monte Cassino), Delphinium, Gladiolus, Hydrangea, Hypericum, Iris, and tropical flowers like Birds of Paradise, Anthurium, Protea, Heliconia, and Ginger. Our fresh flowers are great for any special occasion, whether you need flowers for anniversaries, flowers for birthdays, flowers for a new baby, or flowers for sympathy. Conner Park Florist’s floral designers have years of experience and certification from American Institute of Floral Design. Other spellings for Conner Park Florist include: Connor Park, Connor Park Florist, Connor’s Florist, Conner’s Florist, CP Florist. We hope you will enjoy your e-flower experience, but if you would like to talk with one of our floral professionals for more suggestions please call or visit one of our two locations.

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