Agapanthus AfricansSpectacular
funnel-shaped florets in a round cluster that is 4" to 6" across. This
is a true focal flower with strong, single stems; available in blue
with stems of 30"-39" and white with stems of 20"-24". In the United
States, Agapanthus are sometimes called African Lily or Lily of the
Nile. With proper care, Agapanthus have a vase life of 5 to 7 days.
Available: Year-round from Central and South America.
Pack: Single stems in half boxes. Quantities vary by grade.
Care & Handling:
- Remove flowers from box and carefully remove the nylon shipping net from the flower.
- Cut 1" from the stems and place in 10"-12" of cool water with the correct amount of floral preservative.
- Change preservative solution every 2-3 days.
- Whenever possible, keep refrigerated at 33-35°F, after conditioning.
- Agapanthus are ethylene sensitive. Keep away from all external
sources of ethylene, such as fruit, carbon monoxide and decaying plant
material.
Design Suggestions:
- These special flowers will draw attention in any design. They lend
themselves to dramatic party or business pieces that rely on simplicity.
- Use in arrangements for the home. You can achieve a beautiful
"garden" look, or a dramatic statement with a simple design of a few
stems anchored in marbles.
- Tie three stems together in a parallel design with a "'Happy Birthday"' ribbon and a balloon.
Merchandising Tips:
- Display a few Agapanthus, on the floor, at the front of your display area to attract attention.
- They provide an excellent display contrast with other large focal flowers like Birds or Callas.
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