A Guide On How To Reflex Roses

Are you ready to take your roses to the next level of beauty? It's time to unleash your inner florist and learn the ins and outs of how to reflex roses! With a little bit of love and patience, you can transform your flower bouquets from ordinary to extraordinary. So let's dive in and learn how to give your blooms a stunning look that's sure to impress.

A guide on how to reflex roses

1. Choose the right blooms

The first step in reflexed flowers is to choose the right blooms. Look for roses that are fully open and have petals that are slightly curled outward. These flower arrangements will be easier to reflex and will stay open longer.

2. Remove the guard petals

The next step is to remove the outermost layer of petals, also known as the guard petals. These petals may be bruised or damaged, and removing them will reveal the fresh, vibrant petals underneath. Gently peel off the guard petals one by one, being careful not to damage the rose. Don’t strip your rose too much as it’s hard to have a full rose without the petals.

3. Cut the stems

Once you've removed the guard petals, it's time to cut the stem. Using a sharp pair of scissors, cut the stem at a 45-degree angle. This will create a larger surface area for the rose to absorb water and nutrients, which will help the fresh flowers increase their longevity.

4. Reflex the petals

Now it's time for the fun part – learning how to reflex flowers!

Start by finding the base of the flower where the outer petals meet the stem. The base is the most fragile part of the flower so it is important to be gentle with it when beginning the reflex.
Take the first petal at the base of the flower and gently bend it back towards the stem.
Work your way around the flower, bending each petal backward in the same way.
Be careful not to force the reflex rose petals too much, as this can cause them to tear.
As you work your way up the flower, continue to gently bend each petal backward until you reach the tip of the flower. It is also useful to work folding the petals side to side, not just down. It is important not to leave a central column of petals exposed.
Blow firmly on the centre of the rose. This will encourage a beautiful and billowing centre while also making it easier to manoeuvre the petals.
The goal is to create a beautiful, open floral design with petals that curve gracefully outward.

5. Arrange your bouquet!

Once you've reflexed your roses, it's time to arrange them in a vase or bouquet. Be sure to use a clean vase and fresh water. Arrange your roses in a way that showcases their beauty, and enjoy the sweet fragrance and vibrant colours of your freshly reflexed blooms! Reflex roses are also the perfect addition to your anniversary flowers or even for a thinking of you bouquet.

For more information: How to put flowers in a vase

Create a reflexed flower bouquet with BloomBar

Congratulations! You've now mastered the art of learning how to reflex roses! With these simple steps, you can turn any rose into a beautiful, open-reflex rose bouquet that's sure to brighten up any space. Bloombar has a variety of blooms for every occasion. Shop bright flower arrangements, pastel bouquets, and everlasting flowers online, or get in touch with our team to create something unique and completely special. Contact the BB team in our Marion or City today.

How to reflex roses: FAQs

How long do reflexed roses last?

With proper care and maintenance, your reflexed roses can last as long as ordinary roses! Keeping them in a cool environment with fresh water, cut stems, and space to breathe can help your reflexed roses stay fresh for up to a week.

What are the best flowers to ‘reflex’?

The reflexing technique will easily take your roses to another level of elegance! However, another great option for flowers to reflex is tulips! Reflexed tulips are one of the best flowers to ‘reflex’ as their open petals create a glorious full bloom. If you want to learn how to reflex tulips, simply follow the same reflexing process as above for roses.

How do you flex preserved roses?

To flex a preserved or everlasting flower arrangement, use the same process as above, but with much gentler hands. Preserved roses are beautiful but extremely delicate, so it’s important to not put too much pressure or force on the flowers. Work your fingers around the petals slowly and you should have a beautiful reflexed rose that will last for a long time!

A Guide On How To Reflex Roses