How I Preserved My Flowers From Wilting in the Singapore Heat

I’ve always loved having fresh flowers at home, but in Singapore, it felt like a constant battle. My beautiful, crisp bouquets would inevitably droop and wilt within days in the heat and humidity. It was a heartbreaking and wasteful cycle.

This frustration led me to question the entire process; where did these flowers come from, and why was it so hard to keep them looking beautiful? My curiosity led me down a rabbit hole, and what I learned about the environmental impact of flowers completely changed my perspective.

The Journey I Never Knew My Flowers Were Taking

My research revealed a surprising truth about the flowers we buy in Singapore. They undertake an incredible journey just to reach our homes:

• Global Commute: Since most flowers can't grow in our climate, they are flown thousands of kilometres from farms in places like Kenya, the Netherlands, or the Cameron Highlands.
• The "Cold Chain": To survive, they require a high-energy "cold chain"—constant refrigeration from farm to florist, all to fight our 30°C heat for a few days of beauty.
• Significant Waste: Globally, up to 40% of fresh flowers are discarded before even being sold. My weekly wilted bouquets were part of this unsustainable cycle.

Flying flowers from South America to the United States just for Valentine's Day generates approximately 360,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2)

The Beautiful Discovery That Changed Everything for Me

Just as I was about to give up, I discovered preserved flowers. These aren't artificial; they are 100% real blooms treated with a plant-based formula to preserve their texture and colour. The result? They stay beautiful for a year or longer with zero maintenance.

Here’s why they are the perfect solution for Singapore:

• They Beat the Heat. My preserved flowers are completely unfazed by heat or air-conditioning. No wilting, no drooping, zero stress.
• A Sustainable Choice. One long-lasting bouquet ends the weekly cycle of air miles, energy consumption, and waste.
• A Smart Investment. Compared to my monthly fresh flower budget, a single preserved arrangement that lasts for a year or more made perfect financial sense.

It’s effortless elegance that truly endures.

Preserved Flowers are a much more sustainable and investment-friendly alternative to traditional flowers

More Than Flowers, I Found Art

Preserved floristry isn't just about longevity; it's a form of art. My arrangements are now a permanent, beautiful part of my home, bringing me joy every single day. They also make meaningful gifts—a symbol of lasting affection.

This journey is what inspired my team and me at Toujours Flowers. We believe in enjoying flowers in a way that is conscious, lasting, and perfectly suited for life in Singapore. It’s not about fleeting beauty, but about choosing a joy that looks good and feels even better.

Ready to fall in love with flowers that don't fade? Take a peek at our gorgeous preserved flower collection