Conditioning White Hydrangeas for Oasis Foam Weddings

White hydrangeas in foam? Boil the stems. It's the only reliable way.

Boiling Water Protocol

1. Fresh cut stem at sharp angle.
2. Plunge bottom 2" into rolling boil water for 10 seconds.
3. Immediate transfer to deep cool water (to neck).
4. Soak overnight in cooler.

Why It's Essential

Hydrangea stems have large, easily blocked xylem. Boiling clears embolisms. Without it, heads droop in foam within hours.

Order Extra

Order 20% more than needed. Select only the firmest, most hydrated heads for the wedding. The rest become backups or rehearsal pieces.