All growers of roses know the devastating effects of Botrytis. Botrytis cinerea, which is its full name, is a fungus that causes flowers to turn brown and drop their petals. The infection starts with miniscule mould spores, spread through the air. Starting as a little white spot or ‘pock’ on the flower petals, it spreads right to the bottom of the flower. It gradually changes its colour to brown and finally all the petals fall off. In order to germinate, these spores need moisture.
The tulip is a very special flower; being a Dutch classic and a worldwide Spring favourite. A trademark of the tulip is that they tend to keep growing even when cut. This is described as stem elongation. Some people actually like this, but most don't want the tulips to keep growing once in the vase. And also as a florist the continued growth of the flower can be problematic, when used in mixed bouquets for example. As a florist there is not a lot you can do about stem elongation in tulips.
The Phalaenopsis belongs to the orchid family (Orchidaceae) and originates from the tropical rainforests in Asia, New Guinea and Australia. Nowadays the Phalaenopsis can be found in many living rooms too. Mainly because of its beautiful flowers, but also because it is a very low maintenance and extremely durable plant.
Water is essential for our planet, its ecosystem and people to survive and thrive. Reducing our water usage reduces the energy required to process and deliver it to homes, businesses, farms, and communities, which, in turn, helps to reduce pollution and conserve fuel resources. Water conservation requires forethought and effort, but every little bit helps. Don't think that what you do does not matter. We can all make changes! Small changes can have a big impact.
Our flower food products basically contain the following ingredients: a sugar, an organic acid and preservatives. The preservatives are present in such low concentration, that when diluted therefore does not have an effect on the surface or on any cleaning process. In most cases the best thing to do with a spillage is to dilute the spill straight away with carbonated mineral water and then to wash normally using your normal washing powder and the method recommended for the actual garment. Our products have been extensively tested on a range of fabrics and soft furnishing mat
The holiday period is here. A great time for you to go away and relax. However this also means that you can’t always give your plants the love and attention that they need. Because we all want to come home to a house with green and healthy plants, we give you some advice:
When the wet and cold autumn months come to a close it is nearly time for one of our favourite times of year: Christmas! A time of being together with family and friends, presents, a Christmas tree, but also for beautiful plants like the Poinsettia. The Poinsettia is a real bestseller for the holidays. Nowadays the plant can be found in different colours, shapes and sizes. Since the Poinsettia is a really sensitive plant, we decided it is time for some care tips, so you can enjoy your Poinsettia all through the season.
Narcissus is a wonderful spring flower that is known for secreting a damaging slime when cut. The slime can have a negative effect on the other flowers in a mixed bouquet and can drastically decrease vase life. But it would be a shame not to use this beautiful flower in a mixed bouquet. So how can you avoid these negative effects? Luckily, there are multiple solutions to this problem.
We bet we're not the only ones who like this flower with its wide variety of shapes and colours. This is why we are happy to introduce to you the new Flower of the Month: the Hydrangea! There are two types of Hydrangea, the spring/summer variation and the classic variation, which blooms from summer through to autumn. If you treat them right, Hydrangeas are very rewarding flowers and they can last for over 3 weeks in an arrangement or a bouquet.
This month, the vibrant Hypericum is in the spotlight. Known for its distinctive berries in shades ranging from red and pink to green and ivory, Hypericum adds texture and richness to any floral arrangement. Whether used in autumnal bouquets or modern compositions, this versatile filler brings seasonal elegance and visual interest.