Plant & Flower Care
Simple care tips to help your fresh flowers last longer and your house plants stay happy.
Care Made Simple
Fresh flowers and house plants bring life into a room, and a little care goes a long way. Whether you brought home a bouquet, received an arrangement, or are learning how to care for a new plant, these basics can help.
Cut Flower Care
For bouquets, vase arrangements, fresh stems, and everyday flower care.
Plant Care Basics
For green plants, blooming plants, light questions, watering tips, and common plant problems.
How to Help Fresh Flowers Last
Fresh flowers are happiest with clean water, fresh cuts, and a little attention. Some blooms naturally last longer than others, but these steps will help your arrangement stay beautiful as long as possible.
Start with clean water
Change the water every 1 to 2 days, or anytime it looks cloudy.
Trim the stems
Cut stems at an angle before placing them back in water. This helps them drink better.
Remove leaves below water
Leaves sitting in water can create bacteria and shorten the life of your flowers.
Keep flowers cool
Avoid direct sun, heat vents, fireplaces, hot windows, and extreme temperatures.
Refresh as needed
Remove blooms as they fade so the rest of the arrangement can keep looking fresh.
Enjoy the moment
Fresh flowers are living things. Their natural changes are part of their beauty.
House Plant Basics
Every plant is a little different, but most house plant care comes down to a few simple things: light, water, drainage, and finding the right spot.
Find the right spot
Most house plants prefer bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun unless your plant specifically loves it.
Check before watering
Feel the soil before watering. Many plants prefer to dry slightly between waterings.
Avoid sitting water
Plants do not like wet feet. Make sure excess water can drain away from the roots.
Minnesota winters are dry
Some plants appreciate extra humidity, especially during the colder months.
Rotate your plant
Turn your plant every so often so it grows evenly toward the light.
Give it time
Plants can take time to adjust to a new home. Small changes in light, water, or location can make a big difference.
Clean the leaves
Dust can block light and make it harder for a plant to breathe. Gently wipe larger leaves with a soft, damp cloth every so often.
Find a cozy spot
Most house plants do best in a steady, comfortable spot. Some plants can be sensitive to cold windows, heat vents, fireplaces, or air conditioning drafts, so if your plant seems stressed, try moving it somewhere with more consistent light and temperature.
Repot when needed
If roots are circling the pot, water runs straight through, or the plant seems cramped, it may be time for a slightly larger pot and fresh soil.
Quick Plant Troubleshooting
Plants talk to us in their own way. Here are a few common signs and what they may mean.
Yellow leaves
Yellow leaves can be caused by too much water, not enough light, stress from a move, or normal older-leaf aging.
Brown crispy edges
Brown edges are often related to dry air, inconsistent watering, too much direct sun, or mineral buildup.
Drooping leaves
Drooping can mean the plant is thirsty, overwatered, cold, or adjusting to a new environment.
No new growth
Your plant may need more light, warmer temperatures, fresh soil, or simply more time to settle in.
Leggy or leaning growth
This usually means the plant is reaching for more light. Try rotating it and moving it closer to bright, indirect light.
Mushy stems or a sour soil smell
This is often a sign of too much water or poor drainage. Let the soil dry and check that the pot can drain properly.
Care is Part of the Joy
Flowers and plants are living things, and every home is a little different. These simple care tips are meant to help you enjoy them longer and feel more confident bringing fresh flowers and plants into your space.
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