• For best results, use flowers that have been dry-packed and stored in the cooler.

• The rate of dye absorption varies depending on flower type, variety, and hydration level.

• If flowers have already been hydrated, allow them to sit out of water for 3 to 6 hours before dyeing.

• Use warm water (100–110 °F / 38–43 °C) to dissolve dye.

• Thoroughly mix 2 to 3 teaspoons of Absorbit per quart (8–12 teaspoons per gallon) of warm water.

• Remove lower leaves and recut the stem ends.

• Place stems in dye solution for 30-60 minutes. Remove the flowers from dye solution at the first sign of color above the calyx. Rinse the stems, recut them, and transfer to clean water with flower food. This step allows the dye remaining in the stem to travel upwards and intensify the blossom color.

• Do not increase the dye concentration. The formula includes a wetting agent that is pre-calibrated. Increasing the wetting agent will actually deter the uptake rather than its prescribed enhancement.

• Roses may show uneven coloration. Maintain the dye solution temperature at 100–110 °F / 38–43 °C throughout the process. You can do this by placing the dye container in a warm water bath, such as a crock pot or heat table. If rose blooms appear spotty after dyeing, transfer them to a bucket of warm water and allow them to hydrate further for up to 24 hours.

• Disposal: The leftover dye solution is non-toxic and may be poured down the drain. However, its strong color may raise concerns in some water systems. A more recommended method is to absorb the remaining liquid into sawdust, wood chips, or newspaper, and dispose of this material with regular household waste.

• Storage: Store Absorbit in its dry form with the lid tightly closed. It may be safely stored in temperatures -30–120 °F / -34–49 °C.