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There’s nothing quite like the feeling of fresh flowers arriving at your door, right? That burst of colour and fragrance from a stunning bouquet from Fresh Flowers by Olive can instantly lift your spirits.
But let’s be honest: in our beloved Lagos, the heat and humidity can be a real enemy to those delicate petals. You blink, and that perky, beautiful arrangement starts to look a little… sad. We’ve all been there.
Don’t worry! You don’t have to resign yourself to a short-lived display. With a few simple tricks, you can fight the wilt and keep your blooms looking vibrant and fresh for days.
Here’s our simple guide to keeping that “just-delivered” freshness for as long as possible.
Think of it this way: your flowers just finished a Lagos journey! Even with the speediest delivery, they’re thirsty. The first and most important thing to do is get them out of their packaging and into water.
Don’t leave them on the counter while you answer a few emails—those first 30 minutes are crucial. Their first drink in their new home is the most important one.
Before they go into the vase, you must re-cut the stems. Grab a sharp pair of scissors or a knife (a dull pair will crush the stems, which is bad news) and snip about an inch off the bottom of each one.
Here’s the pro-tip: Always cut at a 45-degree angle.
Why? It’s simple! It stops the stem from sitting flat on the bottom of the vase, which would essentially block it from drinking. The angle creates more surface area for it to soak up water and clears any tiny air bubbles that might have formed during its trip.
Your flowers aren’t picky, but they do love clean water. Fill your (very clean!) vase with cool tap water.
Now, that little packet of flower food that came with your bouquet? Use it! It’s not a gimmick. It’s the perfect cocktail of vital nutrients (food) and a bactericide (to keep the water clean). This stops yucky bacteria from growing and clogging up the stems.
Lagos Heat Hack: If you don’t have flower food, add a tiny drop of household bleach (we’re talking 1/4 teaspoon per litre of water) to the vase. It does a great job of inhibiting bacteria, too. Just be careful not to overdo it!
This one is quick but so important. As you’re placing your beautiful stems in the vase, make sure to remove any leaves that would fall below the waterline.
It’s an easy step to skip, but don’t! Submerged leaves start to rot almost immediately, turning the water into a cloudy, bacteria-filled soup. That bacteria will clog the stems and is the number one enemy of fresh flowers. We want them drinking clean water, not murky swamp water!
We know it’s tempting to put that gorgeous bouquet right on the windowsill where the light hits it. In Lagos? That’s a big no-no.
A cool spot on a coffee table, a side console, or your dining table—away from direct sun and ripening fruit—is the perfect home.
This is the real secret to making them last. Don’t just “set it and forget it.”
And that’s it! It might seem like a few steps, but they take just a couple of minutes and make a massive difference. Your stunning bouquet isn’t just a fleeting treat; it’s something you deserve to enjoy for as long as possible.
With a little bit of love, you can easily outsmart the Lagos heat and keep that beauty blooming.
Now that you’re a flower care pro, it’s time to find your next perfect arrangement. Browse our stunning new collection of bouquets, all hand-arranged and ready for same-day delivery in Lagos. We pick the freshest blooms built to last.
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Love how you put this together ❤️. Definitely ready to buy fresh flowers now
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