{"id":4301,"date":"2019-09-29T15:53:51","date_gmt":"2019-09-29T07:53:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/?p=4301"},"modified":"2020-07-26T22:38:43","modified_gmt":"2020-07-26T14:38:43","slug":"most-common-questions-about-flowers-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/most-common-questions-about-flowers-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Most Common Questions About Flowers in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What are the top most common questions florists get from customers in Singapore? It is no mistake flowers are one of the most sought after gifts in Singapore. They are a universal gift for almost any occasion. However, there are still many basic facts about flowers that are still a mystery to many. We are here to help uncover some of these commonly asked questions with easy to understand answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"438\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/questions-about-flowers-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/questions-about-flowers-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/questions-about-flowers-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/questions-about-flowers-1-676x423.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the top 20 most common questions\nflorists get from customers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>How to take care of\nfresh cut flowers? \/ How to make fresh flowers last long?<\/li><li>How much water do cut\nflowers need?<\/li><li>How long can flowers\nlast without water?<\/li><li>How to dry flowers?<\/li><li>Do cut flowers need\nsunlight?<\/li><li>How do I display flowers\nin a vase?<\/li><li>How do I buy flowers?<\/li><li>How do you press\nflowers?<\/li><li>How do you revive dying\nflowers?<\/li><li>How long would flower in a bouquet last?<\/li><li>Can I customize my own bouquet?<\/li><li>Will my flowers die if I leave them in the car?<\/li><li>When can I gift someone flowers?<\/li><li>What type of flowers are suitable as a romantic gift?<\/li><li>Will my flowers attract insects?<\/li><li>Which flowers smell the best?<\/li><li>Why are my flowers dying?<\/li><li>Can I send flower anonymously?<\/li><li>Can I keep flowers in the fridge?<\/li><li>Can I use sugar as a replacement for flower food?<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>We at 24HrsCityFlorist offers a wide range of flowers. For example, the <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/5-long-lasting-flowers\/\"><strong>length of time fresh cut flowers last differ from species to species<\/strong><\/a><strong>. Even within the same type of flowers such as roses, different species of roses last longer than others. We endeavour to answer the questions above based on general or more commonly purchased fresh cut flowers in Singapore and not based on any specific types of flowers or species. 24HrsCityFlorist.com is a brick and mortar shop located in lavender street and an online florist offering same day <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/\"><strong>flower delivery<\/strong><\/a><strong> anywhere in Singapore. This includes <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/love-and-romance\/\"><strong>flower bouquet<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/expressing-sympathy-to-the-family-of-the-decease-in-singapore\/\"><strong>condolence flowers<\/strong><\/a><strong>, opening flower stands, graduation flowers, baby hampers, festive hampers, bridal bouquets, table arrangements and many more.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 1:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to take care of cut flowers?\/ How to make fresh-cut flowers last longer?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 1:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut flowers usually require a greater effort for care and maintenance, compared to uncut ones. There are various things that cut flowers require in order to maintain their color and shape. First and foremost is water. Without an adequate supply of water, cut flowers will gradually perish. Next comes flower food. It usually comes in the form of packets which you can buy. A typical flower food usually contains acid, sugar, and bleach. Each of these components has an important use. Acid maintains the pH level of the flower at an optimal level, sugar provides essential nutrients, and bleach prevents the accumulation of bacteria. Other than that, cut flowers also require a cool environment and a place away from direct sunlight to thrive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/teaspoon-sugar.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/teaspoon-sugar.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/teaspoon-sugar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/teaspoon-sugar-676x450.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, you should re-cut stems regularly, to eliminate air bubbles in the stem tissue that can hinder water absorption. Leaves are also an important component of flowers and you should not neglect them. You should prune the leaves regularly to prevent any potential water contamination. Last but not least, cleanliness is of utmost importance. That is why you should wash the flower vase every 2 to 3 days and replace the existing water with fresh water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-wordpress wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-24-hrs-city-florist\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"NMAVuIXswV\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/10-tips-how-prolong-lives-cut-flowers\/\">10 Tips on How to Prolong the Lives of Cut Flowers<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"&#8220;10 Tips on How to Prolong the Lives of Cut Flowers&#8221; &#8212; 24HRS CITY FLORIST\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/10-tips-how-prolong-lives-cut-flowers\/embed\/#?secret=NMAVuIXswV\" data-secret=\"NMAVuIXswV\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 2:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much water do cut flower need?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 2:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All flowers are different are there is no exact\namount of water that a cut flower needs. However, as a rule of thumb, you should\nensure that the water in the vase does not dry up. An adequate amount of water\nis that which fills up around three quarters of the flower vase. You should\nnote that changing the water daily is recommended, to prevent any potential\ncontamination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 3:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How long can flowers last without water?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 3:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/red-rose-in-vase-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4314\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/red-rose-in-vase-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/red-rose-in-vase-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/red-rose-in-vase-676x1013.jpg 676w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/red-rose-in-vase.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This really depends upon the weather and\nclimate. In Singapore\u2019s warm weather climate, flowers typically last for 3 to 5\ndays maximum. However, it does not have to remain this way and there are some\nways in which you can prolong their lifespan. You can refer to Answers 1 and 2\nto find out these methods.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 4:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to dry flowers?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 4:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/dried-roses.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/dried-roses.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/dried-roses-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/dried-roses-676x407.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Drying flowers yourself is an easy way to preserve them. There are numerous ways to achieve this. These include air drying, microwave drying, pressing, dipping in wax, and using silica gel. You can choose any method that you find suitable. You can visit this link for a detailed <a href=\"http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/how-to-make-dried-flowers-bouquet\/\">step-by-step explanation on how to dry flowers<\/a>: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/how-to-make-dried-flowers-bouquet\/\">http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/how-to-make-dried-flowers-bouquet\/<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 5:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do cut flowers need sunlight?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 5:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/flowers-by-the-window.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/flowers-by-the-window.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/flowers-by-the-window-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/flowers-by-the-window-676x416.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut flowers are different from uncut ones that\nare planted in soil. Therefore, they do not need sunlight. This is because they\ndo not need to photosynthesise, as they cannot grow larger. Instead, sunlight\ncan prove to be harmful for cut flowers. Cut flowers tend to wilt faster when\nexposed to excessive sunlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 6:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do I display flowers in a vase?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 6:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"712\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/flowers-in-vase.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/flowers-in-vase.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/flowers-in-vase-295x300.jpg 295w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/flowers-in-vase-676x688.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Presentation is key when it comes to flowers. Deciding how to display flowers in a vase can be a hassle, so keep the following tips in mind. Cut the stems diagonally, and arrange them in a criss-cross pattern to ensure that the blooms do not bump into each other. This is a really clean and aesthetic way of displaying flowers. However, this is just a guideline, and not a universal law. You can add a bit of your own touch to the display. You can also look at flower display designs on Pinterest for inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/easy-flower-arrangement-in-3-minutes\/\">Easy flower arrangement in 3mins<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 7:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do I buy flowers?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 7:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are so many types of flowers and hence so\nmany options to choose from! It can be a daunting task to narrow it down. That\nis where the florist comes into play. You should tell the florist what you are\nlooking for, or atleast give them some sort of an idea. They will be happy to\nhelp you, so no need to hesitate. They are specialists in their field and do\nnot expect customers to walk in to the shop, knowing everything there is to\nknow about flowers. You can also seek the florist\u2019s opinion if you are seeking\nflowers for a specific occasion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 8:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do you press flowers?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 8:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pressed flowers are a fuss-free way to preserve\nthe beauty of flowers. There are various methods of pressing. One easy way is\nto sandwich your flower between 2 absorbent sheets and slot it in between a\nthick book to flatten. Then, put the book under something heavy, such as your\nmattress, to continue to the drying and flattening process. Be sure to change\nabsorbent sheets once every few days. By doing this, the flower will dry\ncompletely within approximately 2 to 3 weeks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 9:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do you revive dying flowers?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 9:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, it is possible to revive dying flowers!\nFirst of all, snip off about 1 inch of the wilted flower\u2019s stem. Then, add 3\nteaspoons of sugar into a vase of lukewarm water before placing in the flowers.\nIf the flowers do not perk up after 3 hours, add another spoonful of sugar.\nThis will help your flowers survive for another 1 to 3 days. Sugar provides the\nflower with nutrition, which are usually made by the leaves through\nphotosynthesis, when the flower is not dying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, sugar has its drawbacks as well. Sugar\nmay introduce and encourage bacteria growth. If the water becomes cloudy, it is\na sign that bacteria is present which may inhibit the survival of the flower.\nWhen that happens, the water should immediately be changed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to revive wilted roses\" width=\"676\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UVXP_TEu44c?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 10:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How long would flower in a bouquet last?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"701\" height=\"501\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/rose-bouquet1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/rose-bouquet1.jpg 701w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/rose-bouquet1-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/rose-bouquet1-676x483.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 10:<br>\n<\/strong>Generally speaking, flowers in bouquets do not\nlast long. The exact time they lasts varies with the temperature and flower\ntype. For example, on a hot day outdoors, flowers typically for 2 to 4 hours.\nIndoors, the lifespan is much longer; they may last for 2 to 4 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 11:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I customize my own bouquet?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 11:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can definitely customize your own bouquet. In fact, customization is a good way to add some of your touch to the display of the bouquet. Moreover, most florists accepts bouquet customizations so that shouldn\u2019t be an issue. However, to be sure, you should enquire if they provide this particular service. Nowadays, bouquets can be purchased and even customized, on the internet. For example, at 24hourcityflorist, flower <a href=\"http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/design-your-own-bouquet-online\/\">bouquet customization<\/a> can be done on their very own website. Show video<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 12:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Will my flowers die if i leave them in the car?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 12:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, there are high chances that your flowers\nwill die if you leave them in the car. Flower wilting is susceptible to warm\nand sunny environments. In hot weather, the damage can be done even quicker. If\nthe car is warm and you are parked outdoors, the flowers may start showing\nsigns of wilting in a couple of hours. To prevent this from happening, you may\nwant to leave the air-conditioning on, if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 13:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When can I gift someone flowers<\/strong> ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 13:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"823\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/yellow-rose-doris2-823x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/yellow-rose-doris2-823x1024.jpg 823w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/yellow-rose-doris2-241x300.jpg 241w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/yellow-rose-doris2-768x955.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/yellow-rose-doris2-676x841.jpg 676w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/yellow-rose-doris2.jpg 1082w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/bestowed-p-500.html\">Flower Bouquet<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Flowers are considered a universal gift. They can be used as a gift for a wide variety of occasions. These include anniversaries, weddings, graduations, funerals, and many more. However, you should also keep in mind the personality of the recipient, before gifting flowers. There are a wide variety of emotions that flowers can evoke. These include \u201cWill You Marry Me\u201d, \u201cI love you\u201d, \u201cGet well soon\u201d, and \u201cI\u2019m Sorry\u201d, to name a few. One thing\u2019s for sure. An that is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/flowers-for-millennials\/\">flowers have been the most popular types of gifts<\/a> in the past, and will remain that way in the years to come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more about <a href=\"http:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/why-give-flowers-oct13\/\">why flowers are still the best gift today<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/top-20-frequently-asked-questions-about-flowers-in-singapore\/\">Top 20 FAQ about flowers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 14:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What type of flowers are suitable as a romantic gift?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 14:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/guy-hand-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/guy-hand-flowers.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/guy-hand-flowers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/guy-hand-flowers-676x450.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Roses are the most popular type of flowers to use as a romantic gift. This is largely because the shocking red color of roses convey an emotion of desire, love and admiration. A single stem rose is a good option for those people who are on a budget. If you are going with a whole bouquet, be sure to not go overboard with the amount of roses you stuff in it. Everything looks good in moderation, and roses are no different. A good alternative type of flower to roses are tulips. Tulips are a good symbol of love. Another type of romantic flower is pink peony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/a-guys-guide-to-giving-flowers-that-works\/\">Gut&#8217;s guide to giving flowers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 15:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Will my flowers attract insects?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 15:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flowers, like most plants, do have the tendency\nto attract insects. However, the extent to which they attract insects varies\nfrom flower to flower. Flowers that smell sweet and have bright colours, tend\nto attract the most insects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 16:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which flowers smell the best?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 16:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"701\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/girl-smelling-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/girl-smelling-flowers.jpg 701w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/girl-smelling-flowers-300x179.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/girl-smelling-flowers-676x403.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Flowers are not only known for their looks, but\nfor their smell as well. Each flower has a unique smell. In fact, smell is one\nof the identifying characteristics of each flower type. There are certain types\nof flowers are smell better than the rest. One of the most prominent amongst\nthese are roses. This is one of the most common types of flowers, found in\nnumerous places around the world. In fact, they are even used to make perfumes.\nOther types amongst the best smelling flowers include Jasmines, Gardenias, and\nViburnums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question<\/strong> <strong>17:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why are my flowers dying?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 17:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"648\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/rose-in-vase.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/rose-in-vase.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/rose-in-vase-300x278.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/rose-in-vase-676x626.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many potential reasons behind this.\nThe most likely reason is that they are not getting enough water, and hence have\nexhausted their lifespan. Moreover, cut flowers are more prone to die quickly.\nThat is because flowers cannot receive nutrients from the plant itself, and\ntherefore it starts wilting the moment it is cut from the plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 18:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I send flowers anonymously?<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 18:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether or not you send flowers anonymously, is\nup to you. This highly depends upon the occasion and the person that you are\nsending them to. If you really think that it would be a good surprise, then by\nall means go for it. Most florists would allow you to do this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question<\/strong> <strong>19: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I keep flowers in the fridge?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 19:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can keep flowers in the fridge. Keeping\nthem in the fridge is a good idea to preserve them. The fridge is especially\ngood for storing cut flowers, as opposed to bloom flowers. However, you should\nnot keep them in the fridge all day long, as that would be overkill. Also, you\nshould make sure that your fridge is set to 40 degrees Fahrenheit or less.\nFurthermore, you should remove all fruits from the from the fridge before\nadding in the flowers. The reason behind this is that fruits emit Ethylene gas which\ncan cause flowers to wilt faster.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 20: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I use sugar as a replacement for flower food?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer 20:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/floral-food-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/floral-food-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/floral-food-1-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/floral-food-1-676x359.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar is a temporary fix. It should not be used\nas a replacement for flower food in the long run. This is because sugar does\nnot provide all the essential things that a flower requires. Sugar only\nprovides nutrients. Flower food, on the other hand, contains other important\ncomponents, in addition to sugar. These include acid, which maintains the pH\nlevel of the flower, and bleach, which kills bacteria that can harm the flower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope that our answers helped cover any questions you may have! If you have any other burning questions, do not hesitate to ask your friendly florist! We\u2019ll be glad to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Written by WeiQi<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What are the top most common questions florists get from customers in Singapore? It is no mistake flowers are one of the most sought after gifts in Singapore. They are a universal gift for almost any occasion. However, there are still many basic facts about flowers that are still a mystery to many. We are [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[514,22,409],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4301","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-about-flowers","category-article","category-how-to","post-preview"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4301","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4301"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4301\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4322,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4301\/revisions\/4322"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4301"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4301"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.24hrscityflorist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4301"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}