Cheshire Florist Tips: How to Care for Your Flowers and Plants

Flowers brighten any space, indoors or out. With a little TLC, you'll get the most from your plants.

Key Care Principles

• Evolved for outdoors: Today's plants have survived millennia in the elements—they're not fragile. But many florist species aren't UK-native; cold can kill them.
• Basics: Water and light are essential. Few need much fertilizer. Get these right in fresh soil, and most species thrive.

Watering: The #1 Challenge

Water needs depend on location (pot placement, container size). Wind and heat increase transpiration. Small containers need more frequent watering.

Overwatering vs. Underwatering

Overwatering is the most common problem—and symptoms mimic underwatering.

• Yellowing leaves with damp soil = overwatering.
• Central heating dries top soil quickly, but bottom drainage may reveal overwatering.
• If soil is damp, don't water. But never let roots dry out completely.
• Aim for moist, not wet soil.

Light Requirements Vary

Some plants need direct sun; others prefer shade. Research your specific plants rather than trial and error—experienced gardeners have already done the work.

Maricruz Tennill, keen amateur gardener in Cheshire for 10 years, recommends Interflora for Cheshire florists.