The gladioli has an extremely heroic meaning, coming from the Latin ‘gladius’ meaning sword and symbolizes strength, victory and pride. Even nowadays in Holland, participants in walking events and cycle events are presented with gladioli at the finish line.
Tips for the florists
We are very proud to announce that our new Chrysal Arrive Alive® Eco, an eco-friendly and innovative flower packaging that preserves the condition of cut flowers during transport, has been nominated for the Greenovation Award. Royal FloraHolland wants to stimulate sustainability in the chain and therefore presents this award during the Trade Fair Aalsmeer.
Dehydration is the main contributor of plant wastage. However, watering plants in transport and on display can be a challenge and furthermore can cause spillage. With this in mind, Chrysal introduces Aqua Sub, an innovative and effective plant gel that protects plants from dehydration and offers a sustainable solution to “free water”.
Gypsophila, often referred to as 'Baby's Breath,' is a perennial plant native to Eastern Europe. Its name is derived from the Greek words 'gypsos' and 'philios,' which mean 'gypsum' and 'loving,' respectively. True to its name, Gypsophila is gypsum-loving, often found thriving in calcium-rich, alkaline soils. This humble flower, known for its myriad of tiny white blooms, has been celebrated for its delicate beauty and its ability to blend seamlessly with other flowers in bouquets and arrangements.
The best flower by far to symbolize summer is the sunny Helianthus, commonly known as the sunflower. Its round head, with bright yellow petals, makes it perfectly clear why the flower is referred to as sunflower. Helianthus even comes from the Greek words Helios (sun) and anthos (flower). Originally, all sunflower species originate from North America, with the exception of three species coming from South America. If you want to know how to enjoy your sunflowers longer, then be sure to follow our tips below!
Florists and supermarkets use flower care products, such as Chrysal Professional 2, to increase the water absorption of flowers. Dosing pumps, like the Chrysal Dosing Unit helps with the correct dosing, which is vital for conditioning flowers. If a non-clear (turbid solution with sediments) product is mixed with water, a sediment appears in some dosing pumps in which some mixture is left.
Flowers are harvested during various stages of ‘ripeness’, depending on market demands. Gerbera and Chrysanthemum seem as though they are ‘further along’ when they are in a mixed bouquet with flowers such as Carnations or Tulips. Flowers that have been harvested while they were still in the ‘bud stage’, such as Rose, Gladioli or Eustoma, appear to need more nutrients in order to fully develop.
Decomposing pieces of leaves and thorns, dust and other pollutants from the air, contaminate the vase water. All this decomposition, organic matter and moulds make the water cloudy and dirty and can be a food source for microorganisms. The vascular bundles in the stem, required for absorbing water, can become plugged by this contamination. This contamination is especially evident on the water surface. When the water level drops, the unsightly scum remains on the side of the vase, dries up and becomes visible.
There is a logical relationship between the size, height and weight of a bouquet of cut flowers and the size, height and weight of the vase. Flower arrangers often have as a rule of thumb that the height of the vase should be between 40 and 60 % of the height of the bouquet.
The best combination ensures that:
