Transporting Fresh Flowers in a Vase
If you’re transporting a vase arrangement, place it in a shallow box, crate, or basket, and pad it with craft paper, newspaper, or bubble wrap. Also, you may want to fasten a seat belt around the vase to make sure the arrangement can’t slide around while you’re driving.
Preparing Flowers for Transportation
- Let the fresh flowers stand in a vase of water for 2 hours before putting them into the box, to allow the stems to soak up plenty of water to keep them vibrant.
- Insert some bubble wrap inside the vase.
- For bouquets, place them in extra vases with enough water to prevent ruining the wrapping.
Transportation Tips and Guidelines
- Choose strong boxes to stack the arrangements without compromising integrity.
- Use inhibitors to avoid ethylene gas which can be damaging to flower species.
- Seal boxes to eliminate ethylene gas.
Flower Care Tips
- Start With a Clean Vase: Bacteria and fungi can cause flowers to fade quickly. Clean your vase thoroughly before use.
- Give Your Stems a Fresh Cut: Make clean cuts to ensure better water absorption.
Prolonging the Vase Life of Flowers
- To make your cut flowers last longer, create a preservative solution with sugar and vinegar in warm water.
- Ensure that the cut stems are covered with water.
Transportation and Shipping Recommendations
- Wrap the stems in damp paper when transporting flowers without water.
- Package flowers carefully in a new corrugated box with the proper packing materials.
Conclusion
- Secure floral arrangements inside a box using cable ties or bands to prevent shifting during shipment.
- Priority on fresh flowers’ safe arrival to avoid wilting.
Additional Information
- Consult the airline and destination country’s regulations for transporting fresh flowers.
- Consider using a refrigerated vehicle for optimal freshness during transportation.