Iris flower arrangement care tips
Irises are available in a variety of colours and, no matter which one you prefer, they will always look amazing when paired with other blooms or all on their own. This flower is the national emblem for France and, according to the language of flowers, it is associated with passion, faith, friendship and wisdom. Each colour sends a different message so this is important to note if you are planning on sending an Iris flower arrangement as a gift. If you order these blooms for yourself or receive a bouquet. Here are some essential flower care tips for these beautiful blooms.
The right vase
The first thing you will need to do when you receive your iris flower arrangement is find the perfect vase. If the florist has not included one, that is. The vase needs to be tall enough to support these long stems and it also needs to be wide enough so that you don’t have to squeeze them inside.
Vase water and preparing stems
Your iris flower arrangement will need more water than most other bouquets. These blooms are known for being quite thirsty. This is why you should add a bit more water to the vase than you would for other types of blooms. The stems need to be properly prepared too. This involves trimming them at an angle and removing any lower leaves. There should be no leaves below the waterline of the vase. This is because bacteria develops and grows on plant material so you need to make sure that only the bare stems are under water. You will also need to change the water regularly and trim the stems if you notice that they feel slimy. This indicates a build up of bacteria which can prevent the stems from effectively absorbing water. Trimming them will get rid of the bacteria.
Floral preserve
When you order any flower arrangement from your favourite florist, you will undoubtedly receive a package of floral preserve with the bouquet. Your iris flower arrangement can really use this food to help keep the blooms fresher for longer. If you change the water in your vase, you should add more flower preserve to this water too. If you don’t have any more left, there are a few easy hacks that you can try depending on the ingredients you have at home. Simply search for a recipe online and you’ll be all set.
Choose buds
If you are able to select the stems yourself, you should pot for blooms that are in partial bud form. They should not be too tightly closed or you never know if they will open. Partial buds are still in the process of opening up so you will get the most out of them.
Find the perfect spot
Just like other fresh flowers, your iris flower arrangement needs to be displayed in just the right spot. This means that you should place the vase out of direct sunlight and sheltered from even the gentlest of breezes. Keep them away from sources of heat or air conditioners too. Most importantly, you want to make sure that you select a spot where they are guaranteed to be noticed!
An iris flower arrangement will always make an excellent gift for various occasions and recipients. Just take a moment to consider the message you want to send before selecting a bouquet. You would not want your message of friendship to be misinterpreted as a romantic gesture, for instance.