Light
Keep your flowers away from direct sunlight. In Singapore's tropical conditions, choose the coolest location in your home — temperature stability matters more than light access for cut flowers. A shaded corner indoors is ideal.

Water
Change the water every 1–2 days and always use a clean vase — bacteria is your bouquet's biggest enemy in the tropics. Use room temperature water each time.

When re-trimming, cut about 1–2cm off the bottom of each stem every 2–3 days at a 45-degree angle to keep them fresh and water-absorbent. Before trimming, check the bottom of each stem — remove any soft, soggy, or discoloured portions as these are signs of bacterial decay and will block water from travelling up to the bloom. A clean, firm stem end ensures your flowers drink well and stay upright longer.

Temperature & Humidity
Singapore's high humidity accelerates wilting, mould growth, and petal droop. Keep flowers in an air-conditioned room where possible — but away from direct vents which dry out petals. Avoid extra-humid spots like bathrooms. Choose a cool, consistently ventilated spot indoors.

Keep Away from Ripening Fruits
Ripening fruits emit ethylene gas which causes flowers to prematurely bloom, wilt, or lose their petals. Your fruit bowl and flower vase should never share the same counter.

Air Circulation
Choose a cool, shaded spot with gentle airflow. Avoid placing flowers directly under fans or air-conditioning vents — strong, direct drafts can cause petals to drop prematurely. Natural, gentle air circulation is all they need.

Remove Wilting Flowers Promptly
One wilting flower releases ethylene gas that affects the others — remove any dying blooms as soon as they appear to keep the rest of your arrangement fresh longer.