Compared to other flowers, maintaining and growing roses is one of the most difficult tasks. This is most especially true in the Philippines where the weather is hot and humid. A lot of effort goes in keeping them healthy and managing their growth in this climate. Although maintaining flowers in the Philippines is a time consuming task, it provides an excellent sense of fulfillment. Besides, this level of difficulty is why roses are so much sought after. There are simple ways to maintain your roses and the method below can give you great results.Island Rose is synonymous to quality but even the best roses need special care when outside its natural habitat. We suggest the following tips to fully enjoy your flowers:

1. Keep roses cool before and after arranging.
2. Remove any leaves that might be submerged under water to prevent decay and water poisoning.
3. Cut the roses right above the floral tubes. The floral tubes are designed so water will continuously flow through the stem even while cutting. This prevents air bubbles from seeping into the stem and blocking off air supply.
4. Use a clean deep container or vase with regular tap water. Add floral preservatives if available.
5. Display in a cool area away from drafts and direct sunlight.
6. If a rose should wilt, remove them from the bunch and submerge the entire rose in warm water. It should revive within two hours.
7. Remove any sick or wilted flowers from the bunch.

Island Rose recently started including floral preservatives with the water within the floral tubes. To help extend the vase life of the flowers, we also advise that the water from the floral tubes be poured into the vase.

Proper care of roses can double or even triple their life. According to Roses Incorporated, association of international rose growers, the most important thing to remember is that roses are always very thirsty and should be given the right conditions to drink fresh water.

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Always send high quality flowers.  Philippine Cut Flower Corporation, owner and operator of Island Rose, specializes in greenhouse technology to keep its roses fresh and vibrant.