How Do I Package My Wedding Flowers for Postage?
If you've booked your wedding flower preservation and are preparing to send your bouquet, you may be wondering:
"How do I package my wedding flowers for postage?"
This is one of the most common questions we receive from couples looking for wedding bouquet preservation, resin flower preservation, and wedding flowers in resin.
The good news is that sending your flowers is much easier than most people expect. Every week we receive bouquets from across the UK, and when packed correctly, they arrive safely and in excellent condition ready for preservation.
Whether you're searching for wedding flower preservation UK, bouquet preservation UK, or looking to preserve your wedding bouquet in resin, following a few simple steps will help ensure your flowers arrive in the best possible condition.
Why Is Proper Packaging Important?
Your wedding flowers are delicate and begin changing from the moment they are cut.
The fresher your flowers are when they arrive at our studio, the better the results are likely to be when creating your wedding flower keepsake.
Proper packaging helps to:
Prevent crushed blooms
Reduce petal damage
Keep flowers hydrated during transit
Protect delicate flowers from movement
Maximise preservation quality
Flowers that are packed securely and sent promptly generally preserve far better than flowers that have been left out of water or poorly packaged. Professional flower preservation companies typically recommend sending flowers within a few days of the wedding for the best results.
Step 1: Keep Your Flowers Fresh Before Shipping
Before packing your bouquet:
Place your flowers in fresh water.
Keep them somewhere cool.
Avoid direct sunlight.
Do not leave them in a hot conservatory, car, or warm room.
Fresh flowers always preserve better than flowers that have already started to wilt.
Step 2: Gather Your Packing Materials
You'll need:
A sturdy cardboard box
Kitchen roll or tissue paper
Packing paper or scrunched paper
Parcel tape
A plastic bag
Your booking details
Choose a box that is only slightly larger than your bouquet. Large boxes allow flowers to move around during transit, increasing the risk of damage. Secure packaging that prevents movement is widely recommended by flower preservation specialists.
Step 3: Protect the Stems
If your bouquet is still in water, remove it shortly before packing.
Wrap the bottom of the stems with damp kitchen roll and secure with a small plastic bag. This helps keep the stems hydrated during their journey.
Avoid soaking the flowers or spraying water directly onto the blooms, as excess moisture can damage petals during transport. Similar hydration methods are commonly recommended for shipping bouquets safely.
Step 4: Cushion Your Bouquet
Place a layer of scrunched paper in the bottom of the box.
Position your bouquet carefully in the centre and add more scrunched paper around the sides to prevent movement.
The goal is to stop the bouquet sliding around during transit while avoiding any pressure on the flower heads.
Do not use heavy objects inside the parcel and avoid crushing the flowers with excessive packing materials.
Step 5: Include Your Details
Always include:
Your name
Contact details
Order number (if applicable)
This ensures your bouquet can be quickly identified when it arrives at the studio.
Step 6: Send Your Flowers Promptly
For the best preservation results, flowers should ideally be sent within a few days of your wedding.
Many flower preservation specialists recommend using a next-day tracked delivery service to minimise transit time and keep flowers as fresh as possible.
If your wedding falls on a weekend, we can advise on the best dispatch day when you book your preservation slot.
Common Packaging Mistakes to Avoid
Sending Flowers Too Late
The sooner your flowers arrive, the better.
Using a Box That Is Too Large
Movement during transit can damage delicate blooms.
Sending Flowers Without Water Before Packing
Keep flowers hydrated until you're ready to package them.
Wrapping Flowers in Airtight Plastic
Flowers need airflow. Excess moisture and heat can accelerate deterioration during shipping.
Forgetting Contact Details
Always include your details inside the parcel.
Wedding Flower Preservation UK
At Petals Preserved, we specialise in wedding flower preservation, wedding bouquet preservation, resin flower preservation, and bespoke wedding flower keepsakes for couples throughout the UK.
We receive bouquets from across the country every week and have created a detailed step-by-step guide to help ensure your flowers arrive safely.
Full Wedding Flower Packaging Instructions
For our complete and most up-to-date flower shipping guide, please visit:
Wedding Flower Delivery & Packaging Instructions
You'll find everything you need to know about preparing, packaging, and sending your flowers for preservation, along with helpful tips to achieve the best possible results for your resin wedding bouquet preservation or wedding flower keepsake.
