Shipping Instructions for Preserving Your Wedding Flowers

Step 1: Prepare Your Flowers

•  Send your flowers ASAP: Ideally, ship your flowers within 1-2 days after your wedding to ensure freshness.

• Remove any wilting blooms: Discard any flowers that are already starting to wilt or brown. We want to preserve the freshest blooms possible.

•  Hydrate your flowers before shipping: Trim the flower stems at a diagonal and place them in water for a few hours before shipping to keep them hydrated.

 

Step 2: Gather Your Materials

• Sturdy cardboard box (slightly larger than your bouquet)
• Plastic bags or wrap
• Paper towels
• Floral or painters tape (something gentle)
• Packing peanuts or bubble wrap
• Ziplock bags for any loose petals or small flowers
• Ice packs (optional but highly recommended for warm weather)

Step 3: Prep the Flowers for Shipping

• Wrap the stems: After hydrating, wrap the flower stems in damp (not soaking) paper towels. Then, wrap the damp paper towels in a plastic bag or cling wrap to retain moisture. Secure with floral tape or rubber bands.
• Separate individual elements (if necessary): If your bouquet includes fragile or small pieces like loose petals, greenery, or accent flowers, place them in separate labeled Ziplock bags.

 

Step 4: Packaging

• Prepare the box: Line the bottom of the box with packing peanuts or crumpled paper to cushion the flowers.
• Place the bouquet in the box: Lay the bouquet horizontally, surrounded by packing peanuts or bubble wrap on all sides. Fill any gaps to prevent movement during transit.
• Seal the box securely: Close the box and tape all edges securely with packing tape. Make sure the box is sturdy enough to handle shipping.
• Label the box:Write "FRAGILE: Fresh Flowers" on the outside of the box in large letters to alert the shipping carrier.
• Include Contact Info in the Box: Please include your name and contact information inside the box on a separate sheet of paper or index card.

 

Step 5: Choose Your Shipping Carrier

• Ship using a fast delivery service (overnight or 1-2 day shipping):
  It’s important to get your flowers to us quickly to preserve their freshness. We recommend using a reliable carrier like UPS, FedEx, or USPS with expedited shipping options.
• Insure your package:
  Consider adding shipping insurance for peace of mind.

Step 6: Notify Us!

Once you’ve shipped your flowers, send us a message with the tracking number. This helps us prepare to receive your package and ensures we can start the preservation process right away.

 

Pro Tips:

• Ship early in the week to avoid your flowers sitting in a warehouse over the weekend.

 

If you have any questions, need assistance, or aren't sure how to pack a certain flower, feel free to DM us or call. We’re here to guide you through every step!

Thank you for trusting Blessed & Pressed to preserve your wedding memories!