Rose care recommendations

To keep flowers looking their best for as long as possible, it is important to know the care specifics of each type:
- Recommendations for caring for flowers fed with "Char Voda" can be found here.
- General flower care recommendations can be found here.
- Recommendations for caring for bulb plants (tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and others) can be found here.
- Recommendations for caring for soft-stemmed flowers (calla lilies, gerberas, alstroemerias) can be found here.

Proper care — “roses bloom, and moments last”

Roses embody elegance and feeling. They charm with their beauty and create a special atmosphere, and they also need the right care if they are to stay fresh for longer. By following the basic rules, you will preserve their natural elegance and extend the charm of the moment.

How to care for roses

I. Roses need moisture, like thirsty earth after rain

After purchase, place the roses in water as soon as possible — within 30 minutes, especially in hot weather. Without moisture the stems quickly lose their strength and the petals their softness, which can lead to premature wilting. When transporting flowers in a car, do not set the air conditioner above 20 degrees. Tip: if you cannot put the roses in water straight away, wrap the stems in a damp cloth and place them in a plastic bag — this will hold the moisture for a while.

II. Fresh water and a clean vase are the foundation of care

Cleanliness is the key to long-lasting roses. Always use fresh water at room temperature and a clean vase, because even slight contamination can speed up wilting.
Any rose variety takes up moisture not only through the cut, but through the whole stem and the leaves, so the water in the vase should cover more than half the length of the stem. If the roses are tall and the vase is low, trim the stems so the flowers can lift moisture to the buds more easily. If there is not enough water, the stems cannot take it up fully, and that precious moisture never reaches the buds. The flowers weaken, lose their firmness, and wilt sooner, without opening to their full beauty. Remove up to 70% of the leaves from a rose bouquet so the leaves do not take the moisture the buds need.

III. A proper cut is the key to fresh roses

For roses to delight you for longer, trim them correctly immediately before placing them in water, ideally within one minute. Otherwise air will enter the open capillaries of the stem and form a microscopic plug that stops the flowers from taking up moisture.
- Trim the stems by 2–3 cm at a sharp angle — this helps them take up water better.
- Remove about 70–75% of the leaves to reduce moisture loss.
- If the stem is thick, split the tip by about 5 cm to help it absorb moisture.
Tip: if you do not have secateurs, use a sharp knife, not scissors — scissors can crush the capillaries and make it harder for the stem to take up water.

IV. Daily care is the key to lasting beauty

To keep roses fresh for as long as possible:
- Change the water every day, because dirty water encourages bacteria.
- Wash the vase and recut the stems so the capillaries do not become blocked.
Tip: if the roses start to lose their freshness, stand their stems in warm water for 30 minutes — this can restore their tone.

V. Fallen leaves in the water are a hidden threat to roses

Clean water is the foundation of long-lasting roses. Leaves that fall into the water start to break down and encourage bacteria that block the stems and stop the flowers from taking up moisture. To keep the flowers fresh for longer, simply remove leaves from the water regularly — then they receive clean moisture.

VI. The secret of freshness is the right flower food

Roses are sensitive to water quality, so you can use preservatives that extend their freshness.

VII. Avoid sudden temperature changes.
Sudden changes in temperature can harm roses and shorten their life. Keep them away from sources of heat and cold.
- The best temperature for keeping flowers is from +5 to +20°C.
- In winter, wrap roses in paper or cellophane to protect them from the cold.
- Do not keep flowers in the frost for more than 15 minutes, because the cold quickly softens the petals.

Tip: if the roses have frozen slightly, try standing them in warm water and leaving them in a dark room for a few hours.

Please note:
- Do not place flowers next to fruit — fruit releases ethylene, which speeds up blooming and wilting.
- If the flowers will be without water for a long time, use aqua boxes or special moisture holders (“diapers” for flowers) so the stems do not dry out.
- Sudden temperature changes shorten the life of flowers. In freezing temperatures, flowers need extra protection. Always wrap the bouquet in paper or cellophane to shield it from the cold. Do not keep flowers in the frost for more than 15 minutes — flowers that have been too cold quickly lose their firmness and cannot be revived.
- These care recommendations are a guide and depend on storage conditions.
- Camellia is not responsible for the transport or storage of flowers after they have been handed to the customer if the flowers then spoil.

Roses can delight you with their beauty for a long time if they are cared for properly. A little attention gives you moments of elegance, tenderness, and a refined atmosphere.

Keep the beauty — “Create moments”

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