Flower & Plant Care

Fresh-Cut Flowers in a Vase

Clean water is one of the most important factors in extending the life of cut flowers.

• Keep the arrangement away from direct sunlight, heaters, fireplaces, air-conditioning vents, and other sources of heat or drafts.
• Keep flowers away from ripening fruit, especially apples and bananas.
• Change the water completely every two to three days.
• Each time you change the water, wash the vase and refill it with fresh, room-temperature water.
• If possible, trim approximately ½ inch from the bottom of each stem using sharp, clean scissors or floral clippers.
• Remove any foliage that would sit below the waterline.
• Remove individual flowers as they fade.
• Add flower food according to the package directions if it is available.

Some flowers naturally last longer than others, so it is normal for individual stems to fade at different times.

Flowers Arranged in Floral Foam

Floral foam must remain moist so the flowers can continue absorbing water.

• Check the foam daily by gently touching it in an accessible area.
• If it feels dry, slowly add water near the center and in several areas of the arrangement.
• Pour carefully to prevent water from spilling onto furniture or other surfaces.
• Keep the arrangement in a cool location away from direct sunlight, heat, and drafts.
• Remove flowers as they fade.

A small watering bottle or narrow-spout container can make it easier to add water without disturbing the design.

Orchid Plant with Cut Flowers

Our Orchid Plant with Cut Flowers combines a living phalaenopsis orchid with fresh-cut flowers.

The cut flowers and orchid have different care needs. Add water carefully to the cut-flower portion as needed, but avoid allowing excess water to collect around the orchid’s roots.

After the cut flowers have faded, carefully remove them and any floral materials surrounding them. The orchid can then be enjoyed as a long-lasting houseplant. Follow the orchid-care instructions below.

Phalaenopsis Orchid Care

Light

Place your orchid in bright, indirect light. An east-facing window is often ideal. Avoid intense afternoon sunlight, which can burn the leaves.

Water

Check the moss or bark before watering. Water only when the growing material feels nearly dry.

Depending on the temperature and humidity in your home, this may be approximately every 7–14 days. Avoid pouring water into the center of the leaves, and never allow the roots to remain in standing water.

Temperature and Humidity

Phalaenopsis orchids are comfortable in normal household temperatures, ideally around 65–85°F. Keep them away from heating vents, cold drafts, and sudden temperature changes.

Fertilizer

If desired, use an orchid fertilizer according to its package directions. Do not fertilize a dry or stressed plant.

Anthurium Plant Garden Care

The Anthurium Plant Garden includes an anthurium accompanied by two assorted houseplants. Because the companion plants may vary, the following instructions provide general care suitable for the entire garden.

Light

Place the garden in bright, indirect light. Avoid strong direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. Too little light may reduce the anthurium’s flowering.

Water

Check the soil before watering. When the top inch feels dry, add water slowly and evenly.

Avoid overwatering or allowing the container to remain soggy. If the decorative container does not have a drainage hole, use a small amount of water at a time. The soil should be lightly moist, never saturated.

Temperature and Humidity

Keep the garden in a comfortably warm indoor location, ideally between 65–80°F. Protect it from cold drafts, heaters, fireplaces, and air-conditioning vents.

Anthuriums appreciate moderate humidity. If your home is very dry, placing the garden near other houseplants can help create a more humid environment.

Ongoing Care

• Remove yellowing or damaged leaves with clean scissors.
• Gently wipe dust from the leaves with a soft, damp cloth.
• Use a diluted houseplant fertilizer during spring and summer, following the product directions.
• As the plants grow, they may eventually need to be separated and replanted in individual containers.

Safety Information

Anthurium contains calcium oxalate crystals and can cause painful irritation of the mouth, lips, tongue, and throat if chewed or swallowed. Its sap may also irritate the skin or eyes. Keep the plant away from children and pets, and wash your hands after pruning or handling damaged leaves.

If a person ingests any part of the plant, contact Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. If a pet chews the plant, contact a veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 1-888-426-4435. Seek immediate help for difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Succulent Garden Care

Light

Place your succulent garden where it will receive plenty of bright light. A sunny window is usually best, although plants should be introduced gradually to intense direct sunlight to prevent scorching.

If the plants begin stretching or leaning toward the light, move the garden to a brighter location.

Water

Allow the soil to dry completely before watering. Succulents store water in their leaves and are more likely to be damaged by overwatering than underwatering.

Water carefully and avoid leaving the roots in standing water. Gardens in containers without drainage holes require only a small amount of water at a time.

Wrinkled or shriveled leaves may indicate that the plants need water. Soft, translucent, or yellowing leaves can be a sign of excess moisture.

Ongoing Care

• Keep the garden in normal household temperatures.
• Remove dried leaves as needed.
• Rotate the container occasionally so the plants grow evenly.
• Fertilize lightly during spring and summer if desired.
• As the succulents grow, they may eventually need to be separated or moved into containers with drainage holes.

Questions About Your Arrangement?

Because our plant gardens contain seasonal and individually selected plants, their exact care needs may vary slightly. If you have questions about an arrangement or plant garden you received from us, please Contact Naho’s Floral Design.