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Struggling to keep bouquets fresh in Dubai’s desert heat and indoor AC? Here’s the definitive, florist-backed guide for the UAE.
There’s nothing like the lift a fresh bouquet gives your home or office. But in the UAE, we’re caring for flowers across two extreme environments: searing outdoor heat and humidity, and cool, low-humidity indoor spaces thanks to air conditioning. With a few smart moves right from delivery, your blooms can look gorgeous for days longer. Below are our pro tips tailored for the UAE—perfect whether you’ve ordered same-day flowers or scheduled a surprise midnight delivery in Dubai.
First Hour After Delivery: Do These 7 Things
Unbox immediately
UAE heat can wilt petals quickly in transit packaging. Open your bouquet as soon as it arrives.
Refresh the stems
Using clean, sharp scissors or a knife, trim 1–2 cm off each stem at a 45° angle under running water. This prevents air bubbles and improves water uptake.
Choose the right water
If your tap water tastes “hard” or slightly salty (common where desalinated water varies), use filtered or bottled water for the first fill. Room-temperature water is ideal for most cut flowers.
Use the flower food
Mix the provided sachet according to instructions. No food? Add a tiny pinch of white sugar and a very small drop of unscented bleach to inhibit bacteria (think: 1–2 drops per litre).
Scrub the vase
Bacteria are bloom killers. Wash with mild soap, rinse thoroughly, then fill with fresh water.
Remove lower leaves
Any leaves below the waterline should go—this reduces rot and cloudy water.
Let them acclimate
Place the bouquet in a cool, shaded spot away from direct sun, ovens, stoves, and—importantly—away from AC vents.
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Change water daily (or at least every other day)
Our climate accelerates bacterial growth. Each refresh = longer vase life.
Re-trim stems by 0.5–1 cm every 48 hours
This reopens water channels for better hydration.
Keep away from heat & drafts
Sun-soaked windows, kitchens, balconies, or direct AC airflow can desiccate petals quickly.
Mind the fruit bowl
Ripening fruit releases ethylene gas that speeds up wilting. Keep blooms and fruit apart.
Top up, don’t just top off
When water drops, replace it entirely rather than adding more on top of cloudy water.
Mist selectively
Lightly mist hardy flowers (e.g., chrysanthemums) if the room feels very dry. Avoid heavy misting on delicate blooms like roses or peonies to prevent petal spotting.
Some flowers naturally cope better with our hot-to-cold transitions. If longevity is your priority, consider these hardier picks:
Sturdy Stars
Sunflowers — Bold, cheerful, and resilient. Explore our Sunflowers.
Chrysanthemums — Long-lasting with minimal fuss.
Carnations — Excellent vase life and hardy petals.
Alstroemeria — Plenty of blooms per stem, great value, and longevity.
Lilies — Remove pollen as buds open for cleaner petals. See our Lilies.
Moderately Delicate (Still Doable with Care)
Roses — Keep cool, change water often, and remove guard petals— shop Roses.
Tulips — Prefer cooler rooms and shallow, fresh water. Browse Tulips.
Peonies — Gorgeous but sensitive; keep them away from heat and drafts. Explore Peonies.
Near but not under AC. Place arrangements where air is still; direct vents dehydrate petals and leaves.
Indirect daylight is best. Bright, indirect light helps blooms open without cooking them in the sun.
Rotate the vase. Turn your arrangement 90° daily for even opening and shape.
Keep them elevated. A coffee table or sideboard away from the kitchen and balcony doors is ideal.
Because our environment shifts from humid outdoors to cool, dry indoors, hydration and cleanliness are everything:
Start with clean tools
Use a dedicated flower knife or sharp scissors; wipe blades before trimming.
Mind water quality
If you notice quick clouding, switch to filtered water. Always follow the flower-food mixing ratio on the sachet.
Petal rescue
Remove spent blooms or yellowing leaves promptly so they don’t accelerate decay.
De-pollen lilies
As soon as lilies open, gently remove stamens to prevent staining and prolong bloom life.
Roses
Strip leaves below the waterline, re-trim every 48 hours, and keep cool. If a rose head droops, re-cut the stem and submerge it (head and all) in cool water for 20–30 minutes to rehydrate.
Lilies
Keep away from strong direct sun; remove pollen. If buds are tight, place the vase in a brighter (not hot) spot to encourage opening.
Tulips
They continue to grow in the vase and naturally bend toward the light. Use a taller vase with shallow, fresh water and rotate for an elegant shape.
Sunflowers
Give them lots of clean water and support tall stems with a roomy, heavy vase. Trim often; they drink more than most blooms.
Peonies
Sensitive to heat; keep in the coolest room you have. If buds are tight, a brighter (not sunny) spot helps them open slowly and fully.
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How often should I change the vase water?
Daily is best in our climate. At a minimum, every other day—along with a quick stem trim.
Is chilled water better for flowers?
For most flowers, room-temperature water is ideal. Very cold water can shock stems; slightly cooler water can help crisp, heat-stressed blooms.
Where should I place flowers indoors?
In bright, indirect light—away from direct sun and AC vents. A shaded living room corner beats a sunny windowsill.
What’s the easiest flower for beginners?
Sunflowers, chrysanthemums, and carnations are the most forgiving. Roses do well, too, with regular water changes.
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