- Make a fresh cut two to three centimetres at the stem ends with a sharp knife.
- Place flowers in a floral solution containing floral preservative, also known as cut flower food. Cut flower food brands include Chrysal and Floralife.
- Ensure all foliage below the water line is removed.
- Condition flowers for at least 2 hours before use.
- Change floral solution as soon as it turns cloudy and repeat above steps.
- Mist floral anti-transpirant to maintain the moisture of flowers.
