How to Post Your Flowers
For flower preservation – No bubble wrap or plastic.
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Prepare the Flowers
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Trim stems slightly at an angle.
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Gently hydrate by wrapping the bottom of the stems in slightly damp kitchen roll (not dripping wet).
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Cover the damp kitchen roll in foil so the flower buds stay dry.
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Add Order Details
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Place the Specifics Sheet inside the box.
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If you cannot print it, write your full name & order number clearly on a piece of paper and include it.
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Pack the Box
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Use newspaper as padding around the flowers to keep them from moving.
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Do not use bubble wrap or plastic.
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Keep the flowers upright when packing.
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Choose the Right Box
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Use a maximum Medium Parcel size (Royal Mail size guide).
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Make sure the box is sturdy and seal it securely with tape.
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Post
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Send via Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed for next-day delivery.
- Mark the box “Fragile – Flowers” and ensure it stays upright during transit.
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🚫 Don’ts When Posting Your Flowers
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Don’t send via any courier other than Royal Mail Special Delivery.
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Don’t use plastic bags or wrap flowers in plastic — it traps moisture and causes mould.
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Don’t use bubble wrap — it damages delicate petals and traps moisture.
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Don’t over-soak the kitchen roll — it should be slightly damp, not dripping wet.
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Don’t let the foil touch the flower heads — only wrap over the damp tissue on the stems.
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Don’t send your flowers without your name, order number, or Specifics Sheet.
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Don’t use boxes larger than a Royal Mail Medium Parcel size — oversized boxes increase movement and risk of damage.
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Don’t forget to mark the box “This Way Up” so it stays upright during transit.
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Don’t delay — post your flowers as soon as possible after your event for best preservation results.