The arrival of a box of roses begins another stage. Before thinking about the bouquet or installation, prepare a place to receive the flowers and look at them without rushing.

That first moment also helps organize the work: which roses are needed first, which need further preparation and which questions should be discussed with the supplier.

Prepare for Their Arrival

Have clean containers and well-maintained cutting tools ready. Remove leaves that would sit below the waterline and allow the roses to hydrate before arranging, following the guidance for the delivery and the care product.

Look at the stems, leaves and buds. If you notice a problem, record the flowers’ condition on arrival and share photographs with the supplier before using them. This helps describe the situation accurately.

Consider Their Purpose

An order for today and an event on a later date need different organisation. Labelling each group by its intended use makes it easier to follow its progress.

At Fashion Flower, customer conversations continue after the roses have been selected. Understanding how they arrive and how they will be used adds useful context.

Care continues in every workshop: preparing, observing and organising are part of the work that will later appear in the arrangement.