Making Mum's Flowers Last for Weeks: The Bayside Expert Guide

At Ann’s Flowers, we believe Mother’s Day flowers should be a lasting reminder of your love, not a fleeting gesture. Because we have been family-owned and operated by the same owners since 1981, we’ve spent over 40 years perfecting the art of flower longevity.

While flower factories and order-gatherers ship generic boxes that sit in warehouses, our blooms are hand-crafted by real people in our Cheltenham studio. Here is how you can use our expert pro tips to keep your Mother's Day arrangements vibrant for weeks.

Pro Tips for Lasting Beauty

Whether you’ve chosen our signature Chrysanthemums, elegant Lilies, or classic Roses, a little expert care goes a long way.

• The 45-Degree Snip: Before placing your flowers in a vase, trim the stems at a 45-degree angle to increase the surface area for water absorption.
• Fresh Water, Daily: Change the water every two days to prevent bacteria growth, which is the leading cause of wilting.
• The Mum Standard: As one of our top-selling flowers, Chrysanthemums are famous for their endurance. Keep them in a cool spot away from direct sunlight to maximise their lifespan.
• Remove Low-Hanging Foliage: Ensure no leaves are submerged in the water, as decaying greenery can shorten the life of your blooms.

The Real Florist Advantage

The secret to longevity starts before the flowers even reach your home with a team that cares about the florals.

• Less Time in Transit: Factory flowers often spend days in boxes or warehouses. Our flowers are prepared at 310 Charman Road and go straight to our delivery van.
• Speedy Bayside Delivery: With our 2:00 pm same-day delivery cutoff, your flowers spend less time in a van and more time in a vase.
• Local Expertise: We personally deliver to high-value suburbs including Brighton, Elwood, Sandringham, and Mentone, ensuring the shortest possible route from our shop to Mum’s door.

Trust the Experts This Mother’s Day

Trust the team that has been a part of the Cheltenham community for over four decades. Check our selection of florals online or give us a call today to secure your fresh Mother's Day arrangement.