Fresh flowers transform a space in a way that almost nothing else can. Whether you've received a bouquet or ordered one for your home, here's how to make it look its best and last as long as possible.
Choose the right vase for the flower
The vase is as important as the flowers. A tall, narrow vase supports long-stemmed roses and lilies. A wide, low bowl suits a dense mixed arrangement or a garden-style bouquet. A single bud vase is perfect for a lone rose or a stem of baby's breath on a desk or bedside table. If you don't have the right vase, a clean glass jar or a ceramic pot works beautifully.
Trim stems correctly before arranging
Cut stems at a 45-degree angle using clean scissors or a sharp knife — not torn or crushed. This maximises the surface area for water uptake. Re-cut when you change the water. Remove any leaves that sit below the waterline, as submerged leaves rot quickly and cloud the water.
Water, temperature and placement
Fill the vase with clean, room-temperature water. Change it every two days. In Dubai's climate, keeping flowers away from direct sunlight and air conditioning vents makes a significant difference — both dry out blooms quickly. Keep them away from fruit too: ripening fruit releases ethylene gas which accelerates flower ageing.
Styling ideas for different spaces
Kitchen and dining table: Go for something full and colourful — a mixed bouquet or a basket arrangement that feels generous and joyful. Our Colorful Garden Mix Bouquet works beautifully as a table centrepiece.
Bedroom: Keep it simple and soft. A few stems of roses or a small mixed arrangement in a bedside vase feels intimate without overpowering the space. Our Sweet Bloom Bouquet is a popular bedroom choice.
Living room: This is where you can go bigger. A statement bouquet or a vase arrangement that arrives ready to display makes an immediate visual impact without any effort on your part.
Office desk: A single rose or a small spray rose arrangement adds warmth to a workspace without being distracting. Something with a gentle scent — like a pink peony or a soft spray rose — is ideal.
How long different flowers last
With proper care: roses 7–14 days, lilies 10–14 days (opening gradually over several days), orchids 2–4 weeks, tulips 5–7 days, mixed arrangements 7–10 days. In Dubai's heat, the lower end of each range is more realistic without climate control.
Order fresh flowers for your home in Dubai
Browse our best-selling bouquets, our vase arrangements or our basket arrangements — all available for same-day delivery across Dubai. Every order is hand-arranged fresh to order, so it arrives at its very best.