5 Essential Rose Care Tips for Florists to Keep Blooms Vibrant
Imagine a customer walking into your shop, eyes sparkling as they spot a bouquet of radiant roses. As a florist, you know that roses are the heart of countless arrangements, symbolizing love, celebration, and beauty. But keeping those premium blooms fresh and vibrant requires more than just a pretty vase. At Baraka Roses, we’ve spent decades perfecting the art of growing premium Kenyan roses, and we’re sharing our top five rose care tips to help you showcase their brilliance in your shop.
Roses are thirsty flowers, and hydration is the foundation of their longevity. As soon as your Baraka Roses arrive, trim about an inch off the stems at a 45-degree angle to maximize water uptake. Use clean, lukewarm water mixed with a high-quality flower food solution, like those recommended by the Kenya Flower Council. This nourishes the roses and prevents bacterial growth. Avoid overcrowding stems in buckets to ensure each bloom gets ample water.
Roses thrive in cool environments, ideally between 2–5°C (35–41°F) during storage. Exposure to heat or direct sunlight can cause wilting and color fading. Store your roses in a refrigerated unit and keep your shop’s display area away from heat sources like windows or radiators. Maintaining consistent temperatures can extend rose vase life by up to 50%.
At Baraka Roses, our Madam Red variety is especially sensitive to temperature fluctuations, so keep it chilled for vibrant displays.
To keep roses looking their best, change the vase water every two days and re-trim the stems slightly each time. This prevents the buildup of bacteria, which can clog stems and reduce water absorption. Remove any leaves below the waterline to avoid rot. A clean vase is non-negotiable—sanitize it with a mild bleach solution before refilling.
Our florist partners worldwide rave about how long Baraka Roses last with proper care. Explore more expert tips in our blog category on floral care.
Roses are delicate, and rough handling can bruise petals or weaken stems. When unpacking or arranging, hold roses by the stems, not the blooms, to prevent damage. Use sharp, clean shears for cutting to avoid crushing the vascular system. For large orders, consider our wholesale options to ensure you receive pristine roses packed with care at our farm.
Your customers will love your arrangements even more when their roses last longer at home. Share simple care tips with them, like keeping bouquets away from fruit bowls (which release ethylene gas that speeds aging) and topping up vase water daily. Provide a sachet of flower food with each purchase to enhance their experience. By empowering your customers, you build trust and loyalty, ensuring they return for more of your stunning creations.
With these five essential care tips, you can ensure every Baraka Rose in your shop shines with elegance and longevity. From proper hydration to customer education, these practices elevate your floral artistry and delight your clients. Ready to create unforgettable arrangements with our premium Kenyan roses?
Contact Baraka Roses today to explore our vibrant varieties or place your next wholesale order. Let’s bring the beauty of Kenya’s finest roses to your customers!