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LILY CARE — GET ALL 5 BUDS TO OPEN

Three things that unlock the full bloom cycle.

A typical lily stem comes with 3–5 buds, only 1–2 of which will be open at any one time. The key to maximizing the value of a lily lies in coaxing all 5 into blooming in sequence through the vase life period. Here’s how.

1 – Immediately remove the pollen anthers

Pollen grains are released from the stamen anthers (orange-brown pollen sacs found at the center of each open flower). The pollen grains stain anything they come into contact with, including clothes, table cloths, and even the petals of adjacent flowers. It is recommended to pinch each anther off using a paper towel once a flower starts to open. This practice increases the lifespan of the flower by 2–3 days as it ceases the reproductive process and conserves its energy.

2 – Cut between the buds nodes, not below them

The lily stem possesses buds nodes every 10–15cm. In the event of re-cutting, always cut between buds nodes and never directly beneath them, since doing so will cut off water supply to the next bud, hence hindering its opening. This is the primary mistake made by amateur floral arrangers with regards to lilies.

3 – Cool, not cold; bright, not direct

Lilies bloom quickly in warm conditions and slowly in cold conditions. Should you wish to see all 5 buds open within 10 days (rather than simultaneously on the third day), keep your lilies in a moderately cool room (22–24°C is recommended in Singapore air-conditioning conditions) with bright indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight causes simultaneous blooming.

WHOLESALE LILIES SINGAPORE – FAQ

Q1. What is the wholesale price of lilies in Singapore?

The starting wholesale price for China lilies is $40.00 inc. GST per 5-stem bundle. Holland premium Calla lilies start at $35.00 per 5-stem bundle. There is no trade price — everyone pays the same wholesale price.

Q2. Do I require a trade account to buy wholesale lilies?

No. Everyone pays the same wholesale price — florists, hotels, event teams, retail customers, DIY brides. There is no application, no membership, no trade card. Walk in or order online.

Q3. What is the minimum quantity of lilies required?

One bundle of 5 stems. There is no minimum order quantity at DWF.

Q4. How many flowers are contained per stem?

2–5 blooms per stem. China Manissa lilies have 2–3 buds per stem; Oriental varieties have 4–5 buds per stem; Casablanca and Stargazer have 3–5 buds per stem. We guarantee "2+" buds per stem at our cold room facility; actual buds per stem are usually more.

Q5. Which variety of lily is recommended for weddings?

Casablanca (China) lilies for weddings – pure white, strong fragrance, large open bloom. Stargazer (China) for weddings requiring pink-white contrast. Calla (Holland) lilies for minimalist weddings – single-bloom architecture works perfectly as a single stem in a tall vase. WhatsApp us on +65 8845 8888 to book specific varieties 10 days ahead of your wedding.

Q6. How long will lilies last in a vase?

8-14 days with staggered blooming period. Days 1-3: buds open. Days 3-8: maximum blooms with multiple blooms open. Days 8-14: late buds open as early blooms die off. Proper care will increase the life of your lilies by extending the upper end of this period.

Q7. Why are some lilies marked "2+" buds instead of an exact bud count?

Industry standard. Lily growers grade stems based on minimum guaranteed number of buds, not exact number of buds as this changes weekly. A "2+" China Manissa stem typically contains 3–4 buds; a "5+" premium Oriental stem typically contains 5–7 buds.