Write an article based on this "Wrap loose bouquets in plastic. Stick fresh-cut flowers in a vase to keep them looking their best. Attach a personalized card. Create an elaborate floral arrangement."

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Lay your flowers diagonally across a sheet of plastic and fold the corners together to form a cone shape. Use tape to secure the loose edge. Once the flowers are inside, reposition them gently by hand until they look just right. Bundling flowers in plastic is a simple yet charming way to keep them together until you give them to their recipient. You can also use heavy wrapping paper if you don't have a suitable piece of plastic lying around. Never package flowers in a box, if you have a choice. Not only does this leave them more vulnerable to damage, it also prevents light from reaching them, causing them to wilt prematurely. Shop around for an attractive vase that's a good fit (both spatially and aesthetically) for the flowers you've selected. Fill the vase halfway up with fresh, cool water and insert the stems until they're submerged by about 46 inches (1015cm). Arrange the flowers neatly so that the blooms are on full display. For best results, use a sharp knife or pair of scissors to trim the stems of your flowers at a 45-degree angle. This will allow them to absorb more water than they could when cut straight across. Dump a packet of flower food or a couple tablespoons of sugar into the water in the vase to ensure that your flowers last as long as possible. Write out a short message by hand and place it in a miniature envelope. Slip the envelope into the plastic cone the flowers are wrapped in, or tape it to the side of the vase if you decide to use a more formal container. This isn't a required step, but it can make a nice touch, especially if you're close with the person you're giving the flowers to. Use your card to express your feelings toward your recipient or explain why you chose the flowers you did. Many flower shops will include a custom message by request with the purchase of a bouquet. If you're really looking to make a statement, gather together an assortment of vibrant blooms in a special container like a large pot or basket. Choose from selections that are currently in season, or mix-and-match to establish a pleasant sense of contrast and assemble a uniquely thoughtful gift. Depending on the size of the arrangement, you might combine as many as half a dozen varieties of flowers. Carefully-coordinated flower arrangements make excellent gifts not just because of their impressive appearance, but because of their ease of upkeep, as well. In most cases, all the recipient will have to do is add or change the water every couple of days.