• Recommended delivery date is 2 days before your event. If your event is Saturday suggested delivery date is Thursday.
• Hydrangeas are available year round.*  If you need flowers and your delivery date is not available on our calendar, please call us to 1.877 50 ROSES (507-6737) most probably we can arrange for a rush delivery.
• Each stem has one bloom.
• Hydrangeas are considered a focal flower, accent flower and/or filler flower depending on your arrangement.
• This hydrangea is a select grade bloom and will range from 4 to 6 inches in width.
• Average stem length will range from 12 to 18 inches.  If you would like longer, please contact our Customer Service.
• Hydrangea flowers are shipped with water bags attached to each stem to keep the flower hydrated during shipping.
• Expected vase life is an average minimum of 5 days.
• Hydrangea Flowers have been cultivated in Japan for centuries and have many healing properties.
• Hydrangeas are a symbol for perseverance, understanding, and thanks. Hydrangeas are good for drying. The word 'hydrangea' means water barrel. 
• Since flowers are a product of Mother Nature and due to variation in monitor resolutions, the exact color tones of this flower may vary to some degree.
• Package contents and prices are based on availability and are subject to change due to weather and market conditions.
• Your flowers will arrive looking thirsty and sleepy. This is absolutely NORMAL. Please refer to our Flower Care tab on this product page for a descriptive process on care and handling instructions.

*In the event that a substitution may be necessary to make certain that your flowers are delivered on time, we take the utmost care in assuring that your order is as similar to your original flower choice as possible even if this means substituting flowers of higher value. While we will always try to inform under these circumstances, flower substitutions may be shipped without verbal confirmation from you.

Bulk Hydrangea flowers are shipped directly from our farms. Before shipping your flowers, we prepare them for their journey with proper hydration methods. If your flowers appear sleepy and thirsty after their journey, it is absolutely NORMAL. Just follow these simple steps and the flowers will bloom delightfully.

1. Remove flowers from box by cutting any straps. 
2. Fill 2 containers one with at least 4 inches of fresh, cool water and the other with warm water. 
3. Using sharp scissors or a knife under running water, cut the stems diagonally approximately an inch from each stem's bottom edge. Wear gloves while preparing the flowers, as the tint may seep from the stem and temporarily stain hands and/or clothing.
4. Immediately after cutting, place the stems in the prepared warm water for approximately 5 seconds then place the flowers into the cool water.
5. Remove any dark or fading petals. It is normal to find several unattractive dark or fading petals, all of which can be easily removed without damaging the Hydrangea.
6. Keep flowers away from direct sunlight, drafts or excessive heat. Cooler temperatures will prolong the Hydrangea's vase life. You may choose to use a floral refrigerator, but it is not required. 
7. Allow your flowers at least 4 hours to properly hydrate before arranging.
8. Change water and re-cut stems every 24 hours to keep flowers fresh. Expect for the water color to change because of the tint. This is normal. Simply change water as directed to keep flowers fresh. Also, assure that your flowers have sufficient water. The flowers will drink an exceptionally large amount of water upon arrival.

To refresh the flower, dunk the entire flower head in cool water for approximately 20 minutes. Hydrangeas are also great for dried arrangements. To dry them, simply hang them upside down, preferably in a warm place for a few days. Hydrangeas may lose a little color in the process but the dried flowers will last for eight months or longer.