ASTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

Our aster are flown in directly from the farm. For transportation purposes, their heads and most of the stems arrive packaged in a clear sleeve. At first glance, your aster will appear thirsty and wilted. This is absolutely NORMAL. Follow these steps listed below to fully hydrate them to look their best.

- When you take your aster home, be sure they are in at least 4 inches of fresh water and leave them 4 to 8 hours while the aster to hydrate.

- Cut stems diagonally under water using clean, sharp flower shears or scissors. Cut approximately 1 inch from the bottom of the stem.

- Ensure that you have sufficient room in each container for the amount of stems you will be storing. Overcrowding may cause damage to your flowers.

- Allow your aster time to hydrate well. It can take up to 8 to 12 hours to properly hydrate. If you see that some flowers are still drooping after 3-4 hours, it is possible an air bubble has formed in the stem.Re-cut following the above directions.

- Keep your aster in a cool, dark location away from direct sunlight, drafts, or extreme temperatures and heat.

- To keep your aster fresh, change the water if it becomes cloudy. Ensure that your aster has sufficient water at all times. The water level will become lower and lower as your aster drinks.

*If upon first inspection, you foresee a problem with your flowers, do not proceed processing your order. Leave the flowers intact and call us immediately.

The Baltimore Flower Market offers pick up seven days a week for your bulk floral order.

• Pick up is available seven days a week.
• Our store hours are Monday through Friday 8:30am until 5pm, Saturday from 8:30am until 4pm and Sunday 8:30am until 12pm.
• To guarantee your purchase is of specific color and quanity, The Baltimore Flower Market requires you place your bulk floral order at least 15 days prior to the intended pick up date.
• Please call 410.653.0600 or e-mail us at service@flowersandfancies.com with any questions regarding your order.

• If your event is Saturday suggested pick up date is Thursday.
• Asters are available year round.
• BFM offers aster in purple and white.
• Aster is packed 10 stems to each bunch.
• Since flowers are a product of Mother Nature and due to variation in monitor resolutions, the exact color tones of this flower may vary to some degree.

*Package contents and prices are based on availability and are subject to change due to weather and market conditions.

Your flowers will arrive looking thirsty and sleepy. This is absolutely NORMAL. Please refer to our Flower Care tab on this product page for a descriptive process on care and handling instructions.