- Remove all the wrapping and packaging. 

- Keep the twine as it holds the flowers in place. 

- Cut the flower stems 1cm shorter and at an angle. Add a split to woody stems. 

- Fill the vase two-thirds with water and add the flower food. 

- Make sure the flower food is fully dissolved in the water. 

- Put the bouquet into the vase. 

- Remove any leaves which are below the water level in order to prolong the vase life. 

- Replace the water and recut the stems after 2-3 days then repeat this step everyday until the flower life ends. 

- The bouquet or vase arrangement should be away from direct sunlight, draughts, radiators or air conditioning. 

- Oxidation may occur inside the metal vase as a result of contact with flower food. 

- A mixed bouquet should last 5-7 days in general.