Artificial Flower Care & Maintenance

Caring for artificial flowers is simple and stress-free! Unlike fresh flowers, they don’t need watering or complicated upkeep. Just follow these easy tips to keep them looking beautiful and fresh for years to come.

Daily Care

  • Avoid Direct Sunlight: Keep flowers away from strong, prolonged sunlight to prevent fading or material aging. Place them in a cool, ventilated spot, away from heat sources or direct air-conditioning.
  • Dust Regularly: For areas that collect dust easily, gently wipe the petals with a soft dry cloth every few days, use a feather duster, or blow lightly with a hairdryer on a cool, low setting. Keep some distance to avoid damage.
  • Keep Dry and Ventilated: Avoid humid or damp areas like bathrooms or exposed balconies, as moisture can cause deformation or rust on wire stems.
  • Dark-Colored Flowers: For shades like burgundy, navy, or dark green, pigments may transfer when exposed to moisture or friction. Keep them away from white fabrics, light-colored walls, or wooden surfaces.

How to Clean

  • Silk Flowers: Wipe with a soft dry cloth, use a feather duster, or blow gently with a cool hairdryer. For stains, use a damp cloth or mild soapy water, but avoid soaking the flower core or wire stems.
  • Real Touch Flowers: Use a clean dry cloth or feather duster only. Do not wash or wipe with water, as it can damage the texture. Real Touch flowers should never get wet.

How to Cut & Style


Once you receive your flowers, take them out and gently fluff the petals and leaves. Bend and separate the stems to create a natural look. You can even reference real flower photos online for inspiration.


Tip: The stems contain flexible wire. For trimming, use garden shears or wire cutters. Wearing gloves can help protect your hands while styling.

  • Bending & Cutting: Before trimming, try bending stems to the desired height. This way, you can reuse them later for different arrangements—especially in opaque vases.
  • Styling Tip: As a general rule, the vase should be about 1/3–1/2 the height of your flower stems. For example, a 30-inch stem looks best in a 10–15 inch vase. You can also use floral tools like hairpins, floral frogs, or grid tape for support.
  • Cutting Stems: Use heavy-duty wire cutters for thick stems. If the wire inside is hard to cut, bend it back and forth until it breaks at the notch. After trimming, gently arrange the petals and leaves for a natural shape.
  • Water Styling: If you’d like to place your artificial flowers in water for a more realistic look, make sure they’re made of fabric. Avoid latex(real touch) flowers, since those materials will break down in water. And if you’re trimming stems to go in water, be sure to seal the cut ends with hot glue—this keeps the wire inside from rusting.

Long-Term Storage

  • Stable Temperature: Avoid storing flowers in attics or other places with drastic temperature changes. A closet at room temperature is ideal.
  • Dry & Ventilated: Keep away from damp areas to prevent mold, rust, or material damage.
  • Keep Shape: Do not squash or overpack. Use breathable storage bags, sealed boxes, or bins with padding (like newspaper, foam, or bubble wrap) to protect them from dust and damage.
  • Regular Check: Inspect your flowers occasionally and clean or adjust them as needed to keep them in top condition.