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      • The Process
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      • Frame Choices & Pricing
      • Flower Care & Shipping
      • Preservation FAQ
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Honest Desires Farm
  • Home
  • About
  • Store
  • Studio Offerings
  • Wedding Preservation
    • The Process
    • Wedding Date Inquiry
    • Frame Choices & Pricing
    • Flower Care & Shipping
    • Preservation FAQ
  • Workshops
  • Design
  • Contact

Flower Care:

How to Keep Your Flowers Fresh

Simple steps to keep your blooms fresh and ready for preservation on your big day.


BEFORE THE EVENT:

  • Keep Cool: Store flowers in a shaded, cool space away from direct sunlight, heat, or drafts.
  • Mist Gently: Lightly mist delicate blooms (like orchids, sweet peas, or hydrangeas) with a spray bottle.
  • Skip the Fridge: Unless advised by your florist, avoid refrigeration—cold can damage certain blooms.
  • Ask Your Florist: Get personalized care tips to keep your bouquet looking its best.


ON THE DAY:

  • Limit Handling: Hold your bouquet only when needed. Between photos and events, rest it in water or a hydration wrap.
  • Avoid Heat and Wind: Don’t leave flowers in hot cars or exposed outdoor areas—even brief exposure can cause wilting.
  • Don’t Toss the Bouquet: If you’d like to preserve your wedding bouquet, consider a separate bouquet for the toss tradition.


AFTER THE EVENT:

  • Trim and Hydrate: Cut stems at a 45° angle (about ½") and place them in clean, cool water.
  • Preserve the Memory: Drop off or ship your bouquet within 24–48 hours. The sooner we receive it, the sooner we can begin preservation.

Shipping Your Flowers:

Shipping Your Bouquet for Preservation

If you're sending your bouquet to Honest Bloom Studio for preservation, follow these steps to ensure it arrives safely and beautifully.


 WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 

  • Snug-fitting box: Not too tight, not too loose
  • Packing paper: Or crumpled newspaper
  • Damp paper towels: For stem hydration
  • Plastic wrap or bag: To seal moisture
  • Rubber bands or tape: For securing wraps
  • Black marker: For labeling


 STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Trim and hydrate: Cut ½"–1" off the stems and place the bouquet in clean water.
  2. Wrap stems: Remove from water and wrap the bottom of the stems in damp paper towels.
  3. Seal moisture: Wrap the paper towel-covered stems in plastic wrap. Avoid touching petals.
  4. Nest the bouquet: Using packing paper, create a soft nest in the box. Place the bouquet stems down.
  5. Secure gently: Fill gaps with crumpled paper to prevent movement.
  6. Label clearly: Write “FRAGILE” and “THIS SIDE UP” with arrows on multiple sides. Include your name if it’s not on the label.
  7. Ship promptly: Use 2-day shipping to send your flowers within 24–48 hours of your event. If more than 48 hours have passed, overnight shipping is required.
  8. Timing matters: In most cases, we must receive your flowers at the studio within 4 days of your wedding. Delays beyond this window may affect preservation quality.
  9. No signature required: Please ensure no signature is required upon delivery to avoid delays.

  

SHIPPING DETAILS:

  • Include a note inside the box with your full name, phone number, and email address so we can match your bouquet to your order and contact you if needed.


SHIPPING ADDRESS: 

HONEST BLOOM STUDIO 

7084 CAMP ROAD 

HOMERVILLE, OH 44235

Honest Bloom Gift Cards

Give a heartfelt gift that helps a bride preserve her bouquet—and the memories it holds. Perfect for engagements, showers, or wedding day surprises. Gift cards start at $50 and are redeemable online or in person. A beautiful way to celebrate love in bloom. 

Get a Gift Card

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