Flowers, just for you: how it works and how to care for them
Distinctive flowers, an ever-changing selection and a shorter supply chain. With “Flowers, just for you” we choose a few offers at a time, based on what is available at the moment.
From our partner in Aalsmeer, the flowers travel straight to your home, without passing through additional warehouses, distributors or shops. A route with fewer steps and less handling, with special attention to freshness.
How it works
Each offer shows the variety, the number of stems, the characteristics and the price of the pack. When an offer has an end date, you will find it on the product page.
The selection changes: a flower available today may make way for a new offer. That is the spirit of the project: giving you something new to discover each time.
When your flowers arrive
Open the box as soon as you can and gently free the flowers from the protective packaging used for transport. Support the stems while you remove wrapping and ties, without pulling on the flower heads.
Take a moment to look them over. If you notice any damage or something doesn’t seem right, take photos of the flowers and the packaging and message us on WhatsApp: we can look at the situation together.
Prepare the vase
Start with a thoroughly clean vase and clean, sharp tools. Before arranging the flowers, recut the base of the stems without crushing them and remove any leaves that would sit in the water.
Not every variety needs the same treatment: when special care is needed, follow the instructions for the flower you have chosen.
The sachet included: use the right amount
In the package you will find a sachet of cut-flower food. Read the label and dissolve it in the amount of water stated: there is no need to guess.
For topping up and, where applicable, renewing the solution, follow the instructions on the sachet. Do not add sugar, bleach, aspirin or other home remedies to the prepared solution.
A good spot to enjoy them
Choose a spot away from direct sunlight, radiators and other heat sources. Avoid placing the vase next to ripening fruit.
Check the water level and the condition of the flowers every day. Remove any leaves that have fallen into the solution and take out stems that are deteriorating.
Every flower has its own character
Shape, degree of opening and shades can vary naturally from one stem to another. The photos help you get to know the variety; the quantity and characteristics of the pack are those stated in each individual offer.
King Protea
At home
The King Protea has a woody stem and a large, heavy flower: use a stable vase, recut the stem with a very sharp blade and remove any leaves that would sit in the water.
It drinks a lot: check the water level often and top up following the instructions on the sachet.
Keep it in a bright spot, but out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources: in the dark the leaves tend to darken more quickly.
In Proteas, some leaves may turn black. If this is widespread or you notice other signs of deterioration on arrival, photograph them and contact us before removing them.
When its time in the vase is over, you can let it dry by hanging it in a dry, airy place: it keeps its shape.
We’re here after delivery too
Unsure about preparing the stems, the sachet or how the flowers look? Message us on WhatsApp with your order number and, where useful, a photo.
That is how “Flowers, just for you” came about: a careful selection, a more direct route and someone to talk to, before and after you buy.