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TROPICAL FLOWER CARE

Flowers are cut farm fresh, professionally packaged for shipment and should arrive in excellent condition. The instructions below will help ensure you get the maximum flower life and enjoyment from your tropical bouquet.

1. Do not refrigerate . It is important to unpack the flowers immediately Please keep away from any heat. Diagonally trim up to 1 inch off the stems using a sharp knife of floral shears - Do Not Use A Scissors.

2. To restore plant cells and extend vase life, immerse entire stems in room temperature water at for 10 minutes immediately after cutting each stem. Cutting at an angle will allow maximum water absorption and make them easier to arrange.

3. Always make sure your flowers have plenty of water as tropical flowers typically need lots of water. Misting flowers daily will help to extend vase life and keep a fresh appearance. Change flower water and trim flower stems every few days.

4. To control flower water odor and prevent bacterial buildup, you may wish to add a few drops of bleach into the water. Included in your order is a supply of water clarifier and nutrient which should be used as needed.

5. Keep flowers out of direct sunlight and breezy areas and maintain temperature above 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Also, avoid placing flowers near fireplaces, stoves and strong drafts and ripening fruit as many tropical flowers are sensitive to ethylene gas and premature aging of flowers..

6. Flowers may be arranged into one or more bouquets - Fill you favorite vase with water. -and use your artistic abilities to create your own special island paradise!

7. A helpful tip to get started is to find the central largest flower in the design. Cut this flower to the desired length (this will be the tallest flower in your arrangement) and position in the vase. Then proceed to arrange the other flowers around it, from the largest to the smallest, again cutting the stems to the lengths needed. Continue until all flowers are positioned. Make any adjustments. Finally, insert the greens. Now enjoy your beautiful tropical floral arrangement.

INDIVIDUAL FLOWERS

ANTHURIUMS

As soon as you receive your flowers, cut off at least one half-inch from bottom of each stem using a sharp knife. Immediately immerse the entire flower, including stem, in cool tap water for at least 10 minutes and arrange. Repeat the soaking process every three days. Anthuriums should be kept with stems in fresh water at room temperature (never below 55F). Mist heads with water daily and keep them from direct breezes and sunlight.

DENDROBIUM ORCHID

Cut one-half inch off from bottom of each spray with a sharp knife; immerse in cool tap water, both flower and stem, for 10 minutes. Arrange, and repeat process every three days, or place spray in container, which allows two inches of the stem to be covered with water. Refrigerate until ready to use. Mist with water daily and keep them from direct breezes and direct sunlight.

HELICONIAS

Remove leaves from stem as desired. Cut off one inch of the stem with a sharp knife and place immediately in fresh water at room temperature. To improve the appearance of the bracts, wash them in water with a little detergent and rinse them with fresh water. Do not refrigerate.

BIRD OF PARADISE

Cut off one inch of the stem with a sharp knife of floral sheers and immediately place in fresh water at room temperature. To bring out extra flowers, insert your thumb inside the unopened sheath through the open upper part of the sheath. Gently remove the membrane that separates each flower by cutting it off. Refrigerate as needed to keep fresh.

GINGERS

Cut off one inch from bottom of each stem. Completely immerse the flower and stem in fresh water at room temperature for 10 minutes. Do not refrigerate.

HAWAIIAN FOLIAGE

Upon receipt of foliage, trim off one-inch from bottom of each stem and immerse foliage in fresh water at room temperature for 10 minutes. Keep stems in two inches of water in container. Refrigerate until ready for use.



ORCHID PLANT CARE

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LEI CARE

After receiving your leis remove from packing box and examine immediately upon receipt.

Spray lightly with water as needed to moisten them.

Do not over mist them so that they are dripping wet.

When misting leis with water, place on towel to absorb excess water.
Place in plastic bag(s) or covered container.
The best temperature to store them is around 55 - 60 degrees F. Some vegetable bins are colder than the recommended temperature. Leis should last for 3-5 days from the date we ship them.

Remember, leis will brown and be unusable if placed in too cold or breezy a location -- please check your storage area for the proper conditions before placing them into storage..

One-half hour before you are ready to wear, take the lei out of the bag and let air dry on towels.
Now wear and enjoy your beautiful Hawaiian orchid lei!