Upon arrival of your floral gift, remove any wrapping carefully and follow the instructions provided.
FLOWER CARE
All floral arrangements should be kept in a cool area (temperatures ranging from 65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit), away from direct sunlight and any heating or cooling source, such as air conditioners, cooling fans, radiators or on top of televisions.
Try to avoid displaying flowers near ripening fruit, which produce small amounts of ethylene gas that can cause fresh flowers to wilt prematurely.
PLANT CARE
AFRICAN VIOLET Keep the soil moist to dry and allow it to dry out between waterings. Because water can damage their leaves, always water them from the bottom by placing the container in a tray with water and allowing the plant to absorb the water for about 30 minutes. Place your African violet in moderate to bright, indirect light, and avoid exposing them to sudden temperature changes. Pinch off wilted blossoms and leaves to encourage blooming, and fertilize monthly or when the plant is actively growing new leaves and buds.
AGLAONEMA Also known as Chinese evergreen, aglaonema is a tolerant plant that does well in a range of environments. It prefers medium to low light in a warm room with slightly higher humidity, but it'll adapt to a spot that's slightly dryer and brighter. Allow the soil to dry out a bit between waterings (though, avoid letting it become bone dry) and gently clean off the leaves on a regular basis.
ARECA PALM It's generally a hardly plant and prefers medium to bright light. Keep the soil moist, but not soggy. If you allow the soil to become too dry, areca palms wilt dramatically, but it's easy to revive them with just a little water (though some of their fronds may turn yellow). Trim back palm fronds that become damaged or turn brown.
AZALEA It prefers cool, well-lit spots, out of direct sunlight, with temperatures between 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Check the soil frequently, and keep it moist, never allow it to dry out completely. Allow new growth to develop, and regularly remove any dead flowers. When it's finished flowering, you can replant your azalea in a larger container or move it outdoors, as long as there's no risk of frost.
CYCLAMEN Keep the soil moist (not wet) to the touch for these plants are sensitive to both over and under watering. Allowing the plant to dry out will prevent unopened buds from opening and maturing. Spent blossoms should be removed immediately to make space for new buds to open. Cyclamens prefer cooler temperatures (55 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit) and diffused bright light.
DIEFFENBACHIA These plants thrive so well indoors and handle a wide range of light conditions, though they do best in bright, indirect light. In the winter, make sure they receive more light. Water your dieffenbachia thoroughly, allowing the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out in between waterings. Allowing the plant to become bone dry will cause it to wilt.
GARDENIA Kept indoors, gardenia plants like well-ventilated spots that get at least five hours of sunlight each day, but if you move your plants outdoors in the summer, be sure to keep it in a shady area. To keep its soil moist but not soggy, soak it thoroughly until you see water running out of the drainage holes, but don't allow the container to stand in water.
HYDRANGEA Place your hydrangea in a sunny, bright spot that receives indirect light, and keep its soil moist by watering it thoroughly and allowing excess water to drain. In the fall, allow it to rest and lose its leaves by placing it a cool, dark location without water. In January, bring it out again to a spot with plenty of light, and it should bloom in time for spring.
KALANCHOE These plants are among the longest lasting blooming plants you can have in your home or office. Keep the soil moist, but not overly saturated. Do not allow the pot to sit in a pool of water. Pinch off blooms as they pass their prime. These plants are sensitive to cold temperatures.
ORCHID Keep your orchid in a well-ventilated spot with partial shade, away from radiators, air conditioning, and strong drafts. To help maintain the right level of humidity, set the planter in a tray of pebbles and water so that the pot sits out of water. This prevents the roots from rotting, and allows the moisture to circulate. Orchids gain their water from the relative humidity in the atmosphere, they do not absorb water in a traditional way from the roots and soil. For stability, orchids are often potted with their roots in a growing media that should not be overly wet. Orchids require a period of dormancy during the winter in order to bloom again in the spring, so allow it to rest in a sunny spot, and don't water it at all during this time. When its blooms are gone, cut the spike an inch above the foliage, leaving the old canes in place.
PHILODENDRON It prefers medium, indirect light and it will do best in a bright spot with indirect sunlight (if its new leaves develop smaller and farther apart, it's a sign that it's receiving too little light). Keep its soil evenly moist, but allow it to dry out in between waterings. In the winter months, when growth slows, keep it slightly drier. Over watering will cause the leaves to turn yellow, while under watering will cause them to turn brown and fall off.
SCHEFFLERA ARBORICOLA Your new schefflera plant may thin out a bit and loose some leaves as it adjust to its new home. This is normal, and with proper care, it will begin to thrive again in no time. Although it adapts to a wide variety of light levels, the schefflera arboricola prefers medium to higher light, which keeps it full and more compact. If your plant does stretch out, don't be afraid to prune it - it can handle even an occasionally radical pruning and come back strong. Scheffleras don't like to sit in water, but do best when their soil is kept moist. If its leaves begin to turn black and drop off, it's a sign that the soil has stayed too moist. On the other hand, if you notice that the tips of the plant begin to wrinkle, you've allowed it to get too dry. Wipe its leaves, both the tops and undersides, with a damp cloth to remove dust and prevent spider mites.
SPATHIPHYLLUM Commonly known as "Peace Lily," this plant produces hood-shaped white blooms, and in some cases, can grow up to 4 feet tall. It's important to keep the soil moist, providing good drainage and emptying excess water from trays or saucers to prevent their roots from rotting. Display them in a spot with bright, indirect light. Low slight slows their blooming cycle, and too much direct sunlight may cause burn spots on their leaves. Wipe their leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust.