Sending A Rose Via UPS?

Hi all! I'm interested in sending just one rose to someone via UPS Air 2nd Day Air. What would you recommend? Is it possible to cut the stem of the rose to have it fit in a smallish box, and attach some sort of water tube to the bottom that it would last two days? Any recommendations? Thank you!!!

Sending A Rose Via UPS?
It's possible, but not guaranteed that it would make it 2 days in a water tube. Florists will have water tubes you can probably buy from them when you buy the rose. Tell them what you are trying to do so they give you the largest tube they have. A lot depends on how much water the rose will suck up in transit. If it takes up all the water in the tube before it arrives, it will then be out of water and will probably wilt. Your best bet is to buy the rose and tube, take it home and put it in a vase overnight to let it drink up as much water as it wants (when they are new and fresh, they take up quite a bit of water at first). In the morning put the water tube on it and protect it from freezing if it is super cold where you are. Your florist should also have a clear plastic box for an individual rose, which you can then pack into a sturdier cardboard box for shipping. You're taking your chances that it will arrive safe and sound but that's my best advice for your best chances.
Reply:Yes, locate a florist in the area you want to send the rose and have them deliver it, it will most likely cost the same amount you are willing to pay UPS since their prices have risen

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