CUT FLOWERS
Cut stems straight across or slantwise using flower cutters or a sharp knife. Do not use scissors. Cut stems under fresh, clean, warm water, (100 to 110 degrees F). Garden flowers and tropicals should be cut in warm water (80 to 100 degrees F).

Transfer the cut flowers to a vase or container filled with water at the appropriate temperature. Remove all foliage that will lie below the water line.

If you are using special cut flower preservatives to prolong the life of your flowers and arrest bacterial growth in the water, follow all package instructions. Add water to the container as needed and replenish solution every 1-2 days. If you're not using preservatives, change the water, scrub the container clean and re-cut flower stems daily.

Place arranged flowers in a cool location, especially at night. Keep away from heat sources, drafts and air conditioners.

FLOWERING PLANTS
Flowering plants need good light, moderate temperatures, reasonable humidity, uniform moisture in the soil, and a little fertilizer occassionally.

Light:
Flowering plants need all the sunshine that can be provided in your home, particularly in the winter months. Place them near an east or south-facing window.

Temperature:
Most flowering plants grow best an night temperatures of 50 to 60 degrees F, and day temperatures of 65 to 70 degrees F. Do not place them over radiators. Keep them out of drafts.

Humidity:
Keep room at high humidity as much as possible. Increase humidity around the plant by placing it in a plant box filled with moistened peat moss.

Watering:
Inspect soil daily and add water when the soil feels dry and powdery to the touch. When watering, ensure good water penetration to the root ball.

Fertilizing:
If you keep flowering plants longer than six to eight weeks, add plant food to the watering routine. Closely follow the directions on the fertilizer box.

Fresh-Cut Bouquets & Floral Arrangements
If flowers are arranged in floral foam, add water daily; the foam acts as a preservative and will prolong the life of the flowers. Place in a cool location away from heat and drafts.

Body Flowers (Corsages)
Wearing flowers for daytime or evening occasions is both fashionable and fun. Body Flowers (corsages) can be worn on the wrist or in the hair. Wear them on a collar, on the waist, shoulder or purse. Please remember, wear flowers the way flowers grow: blossoms up, stems down.

Guard your flowers carefully against sudden exposures to cold air. In very cold weather, carry your Body Flowers in the box. Put them on after you arrive for the event location. Remember, frequent handling bruises delicate petals and stems.

To keep your Body Flowers fresh and bright for a second day, cover with wet cotton or a thin wet cloth; refrigerate in the florist's box. (Orchids are the exception. Unwind the stem wrapping and place the orchid stem under water. Keep in a cool place, out of drafts, but not in the refrigerator.)