Holland Flower 125

Flowers & Symbols


Anemone Stand in a little water containing special food for bulb flowers because of its hairy stems. Store the stems upright to stop them from curving. Anemones continue to grow in the vase; take this into account when creating a mixed bouquet. Stand in a cool spot; this helps keep the stems firm.
2-5 °c
Vanda Slant cut the stem and stand the flower in fresh water. Cut flower food is not necessary. Replace the water at least once a week and slant cut the stems again. Lay drooping flowers or stems in luke warm water overnight. This is also recommended if the flowers are to be used – loose or otherwise – in wedding flowers. The flower has a vase life of three weeks.
8-12 °c
Anthurium Do not store in the cold store; blue discolouration can occur at temperatures below 15°C. The ideal storage temperature is 18°C. Treat with care; damaged spots will later turn black.
18-20 °c
Viburnum Cut a few centimetres off the stems but do not flatten them. Leave the wrapped twigs standing in luke warm water containing shrub food overnight. If using in mixed bouquets cut flower food should be used. Needs a great deal of water.
2-8 °c
Convallaria Lily of the valley produces five to ten fragrant flower bells on each stem. The flower lasts well, especially if you use cut flower food for bulb flowers.
2-5 °c
Alocasia An easy plant that thrives in both a well-lit or a shady spot. Keep out of full sunlight between March and October to stop the leaves from discolouring. Keep moist but do not worry if you forget to water occasionally. Feed once a fortnight. The minimum temperature is 10°C.
15-20 °c
Eucharis After a while the stems of Eucharis close up, so refresh them by cutting a piece off the stems every five days. Remove older flowers to allow all the buds – generally 3 to 6 – to open. There is no need for cut flower food.
5-10 °c
Chlorophytum An easy plant that thrives in both a well-lit or a shady spot. Keep out of full sunlight between March and October to stop the leaves from discolouring. Keep moist but do not worry if you forget to water occasionally. Feed once a fortnight. The minimum temperature is 10°C.
16-18 °c
Fritillaria Fritillaries are easily damaged and so should be treated with great care. On purchasing check maturity and packaging. Some varieties exude a strong fragrance that not everyone appreciates.
2-5 °c
Davallia Epiphytic fern with thick, hairy rhizomes. Does well in a hanging pot or on a piece of tree bark, which is how it grows in the wild. Needs a well-lit spot out of direct sunlight. Water moderately; allow the root ball to dry out slightly between watering.
16-18 °c
Helleborus The Christmas rose is very long lasting as long as it is given shrub food. Give some to the customer too. Before using, remove about 1 cm of the stem. Never leave lying around without water.
3-5 °c
Hydrangea Unwrap the plant immediately. Stand in a well-lit spot but not in the sun. Can go outdoors in summer. Needs lots of water. It is advisable to immerse the root ball in water occasionally. Remove any excess water from the saucer or outer pot. Feed once a fortnight.
10-15 °c
Hippeastrum On purchasing the main bud must be coloured and loose. Treat with care to avoid damage. Cut the hollow stems off straight across. Use adhesive tape to stop the ends from curling back. When processing topy heavy, large flowered varieties insert a stick into the stem to help them stay upright. Cut flower food is not necessary. Wrap well for transport.
5-10 °c
Muscari Store in a cool, dark spot. The plant will start to stretch if exposed to heat and light. Water as sparingly as possible until flowering starts; more often afterwards. Needs no plant food.
2-5 °c
Syringa The buds must be fully grown and showing colour. Cut a few centimetres off the stems but do not flatten them. Leave the wrapped twigs standing overnight in luke warm water containing shrub food. If using in mixed bouquets cut flower food should be used. Needs a great deal of water.
28 °c

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