5 Helpful Tips When Buying Roses

If you have never purchased roses before and you are getting ready to do so for the first time, then prepare to become overwhelmed with the many different types and colors that you will have to choose from. You might have the unrealistic notion that flowers are easy to choose, but unless you know what you are looking for you might end up purchasing the wrong type of blooms for the occasion, or accidentally purchasing roses that are already on their last leg and will begin wilting as soon as you bring them home. Purchasing roses for a loved one can be the ideal way to show them that you care but you should follow these five helpful tips if you want your roses to last.

1)       Don’t Procrastinate

If you are buying roses for a popular event such as Valentine’s Day, then you’d better make sure that you don’t procrastinate or you will end up with the leftover roses that no one else wanted. It is wise to purchase roses early if you are buying for a big holiday. You should plan on purchasing them a week before the holiday. Making your flower purchase online is a very easy way to place your early order of roses. In addition to making sure that you get first dibs on beautiful roses, purchasing early can also help you save money. Some businesses increase the cost of their roses during the week of a holiday, so if you purchase early you could save some cash as well.

2)      Open Petals Or Closed Petals?

Before purchasing roses for your loved one, you should decide if you want the roses you purchase to open up into full blooms, or if you prefer that they stay closed. Both varieties are very pretty, but if you are expecting your roses to open up into gorgeous blooms you will likely be disappointed if you choose a non-opening variety. Just decide which variety you prefer, and then make sure that you purchase that particular variety.

3)      Check Your Roses For Freshness

If you are buying your roses in person, you can easily check certain areas for freshness. This will help ensure that you don’t purchase roses that are already starting to die off. If a rose is still healthy and vibrant, then the stem at the base of its head should still be stiff and strong. If it feels soft and unstable then you shouldn’t buy that particular rose. Also, if the rose petals are starting to curl under too much and aren’t holding their shape well, then the rose is already starting to wilt. You should also check out the bottom of the rose stems to see if they are brown or dried out at the bottom, and if they are you should move on to a more healthy bouquet.

4)      Cut The Stems

Once you purchase the ideal bouquet of roses, make sure that you cut about ½ inch off the bottom of the stem at a 45-degree angle. This will help remove bacteria from the bottom of the stem and will also help the rose to suck up more water so that it will live longer in a vase.

5)      Feed Your Roses

Many people think that they don’t need to add that little packet of preservative to vase water, but doing so can help to significantly prolong the life of your roses. To ensure that your roses bloom as long as possible for your loved one, be sure to add the preservative to the water.

I hope these tips are helpful to you as you purchase your beautiful bouquet!  Remember, anytime you invest money in something, take a few seconds to make your money last a little longer.

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