Do you really put sugar in your flower water

I'm a florist in Australia and many of my customers ask: how do I care for my flowers, should I put bleach in the water, or sugar in the water?

The answer is most flowers really just prefer fresh clean water. Yes, you can put a bit of bleach in the water, but minimal, just to keep the water clean so bacteria cannot start to grow. Gerbera's and stock react well to having a little bit of bleach in their water, but roses and lilies prefer fresh water.

Regarding putting sugar in the water, yes you can, but this will bring the flowers on to age more quickly, or open their petals sooner. In our florist shop blossoms we would use some sugar in the water if we wanted particular blooms open for a wedding or for a photo shoot. Often it can take up to a week to get oriental lilies to open fully, by using sugar you can reduce that time by 2 - 3 days.

This will ensure the bridal bouquet will look its best for the bride on her wedding day. Many brides often worry about whether their flowers are going to look good, whether they will suit the dress or the style of the ceremony. There are alot of things to consider when you're choosing your bridal bouquet, so if you need help, check out our website or come into our florist store for personal advice on wedding flowers.