Preparation

Flower Delivery & Care Instructions

For best results, please get your flowers to us within 2–3 days after your event.

Storing Your Flowers before Freeze Dry Preservation

• Place flowers in water inside a refrigerator, if possible. 

• If a refrigerator is not available, keep them in a cool place.

• If flowers are arranged in oasis foam, ensure the oasis stays wet.

• Trim stems about ½ inch if possible to allow rehydration.

• Keep flowers away from fruits and vegetables when stored in the refrigerator (produce releases gases that damage flowers).

⚠️ Do NOT place flowers in the freezer! Once frozen, flowers cannot be preserved.

Flower Drop Off to Preserve Your Florals

Flowers may be dropped off to Preserve Your Florals in Zebulon, Georgia, by appointment only. 

• To schedule, please call or text 678-707-6747. Texting is encouraged if you can’t reach someone by phone.

• Emails are not monitored as quickly.

• We require a photo of your flowers in their current condition before drop-off to confirm they are suitable for preservation.

• Please note: once flowers begin to brown, they can no longer be saved. In those cases, we may be able to replace the flower instead.

Shipping Flowers 

• If you plan to ship your flowers, contact us first by phone or text.

• Do not ship on Fridays, as flowers may be delayed in transit over the weekend. 

• Always choose overnight shipping  
  

• Let us know when your flowers are on their way so we can prepare for their arrival.

📦 Shipping Instructions for Live Flowers

1. Timing

• Ship Overnight via FedEx or UPS Express so flowers arrive the next day.

• Never ship on Fridays, Saturdays, or before a holiday — flowers can get stuck in warehouses over the weekend.

• Flowers should be shipped within 1–3 days of the event (the fresher, the better).

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2. Prepping the Flowers

• Hydrate: Keep flowers in water until right before packing. If possible, trim stems about ½ inch so they drink before shipping.

• Wrap stems in damp paper towels, then cover with plastic wrap or a floral stem bag to keep moisture in without leaking. DO NOT wrap the petals/buds. 

• If flowers are in oasis foam, re-soak it with water before packing.

• Remove any wilted or browned flowers (they can cause mold during transit).

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3. Packaging  

• Use a sturdy box, slightly larger than the bouquet/arrangement.

• If possible, line the box with a plastic bag or liner in case of water leakage.

• Place flowers upright whenever possible. Gently snuggle kraft paper around and between the blooms to help cushion them and prevent shifting during transit. Air pillows may also be used to fill empty space in the box.

  Do not place bubble wrap, plastic wrap, or other plastic directly against the flower buds or blooms, as this can trap moisture and damage the petals.

• Add cold packs wrapped in paper towels (never touching the petals directly). These help keep flowers cool in transit.

• Clearly label the outside of the box:

  • “Perishable – Live Flowers”

  • “Keep Cool – Do Not Freeze”

  • “This Side Up”