Here in Minnesota, we're enjoying below-freezing temperatures that chill to the bone. But that doesn't mean we can't still enjoy fresh flowers! Here are the best tips for buying flowers when the weather is frightful!
1. Make flowers your last stop.
If the flower shop is one of your stops for the day, save us for last; not only will the flowers spend less time in volatile conditions, but your car will have had ample time to warm up and keep them from freezing.
2. Bundle them up (you too!)
When temperatures are below freezing, having your arrangements and bouquets double bagged will protect them from freezing. Make sure there's a pocket of air in the bag to act as an insulator. And don't leave them in the cold car! A few minutes is all it takes for them to perish.
3. Display your blooms carefully.
While an arrangement may look nice in an entryway or by a window, the cold air won't let them age well. Place them away from vents, opening doors, or poorly-insulated windows for ideal display. And, putting them in the fridge overnight will help preserve cut flowers for an even longer display time.
4. Don't forget about plants.
As the air temperature drops, plants can dry out just like our skin. Make sure to check their soil more often and hydrate as needed.
5. Let us do the work instead!
If facing the great outdoors makes you shiver, give us a call and set up a delivery! We'll do all the work and make sure your flowers make it to their destinations safely, while you cozy up with a blanket and a warm drink.
We hope you're keeping warm during this cold snap, and here's to warmer days ahead!
-Your flower-loving friends at Hummingbird Floral and Gift
