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Learn all about the specialty Dianthus Sparkz® Series!

The Dianthus Sparkz® Series is a captivating line of specialty Carnation varieties. Each range within this series is designed to bring unique textures, shapes and colours to floral arrangements. With a diverse range of types—Green, Breanthus®, Raffine, Raffine Petit, Solomio®, and Star—the Sparkz® Series provides endless options for creating fresh, distinctive designs. This series stands out in the market, offering both aesthetic appeal and practical benefits for growers and florists. Here’s why the Dianthus Sparkz® Series should be a go-to choice for your business. Sparkz® varieties stand out as specialties with a distinct appearance. While Carnations and Spray Carnations are Dianthus caryophyllus, the hybrids of Sparkz® offer unparalleled versatility with a wide and innovative product range.

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Growing Helleborus Magnificent Bells: perennial cut flower with year-round charm

Part of the HilverdaFlorist assortment is cut flower Helleborus variety Magnificent Bells. This Hellebore can be grown year round as a cut flower, offering well filled stems of green/white blooms. This variety performs well as both exclusive filler in bouquets and mono flower bouquets.   Benefits of growing Helleborus Magnificent Bells As its name suggests, Magnificent Bells is a remarkable flower. The branches offer lots of flowers, length and a great vase life of up to three weeks. The flowers hanging down, with beautiful stamens, create a magical yet natural effect. Its possible to grow this Helleborus year round in cool conditions. In warmer climates, you can grow and harvest from autumn to spring (depending on the region). Magnificent Bells has a perennial life cycle and can be grown up to 4 – 5 years.   Key factors in growing What are the most important things to know before growing Magnificent Bells? We list them for you. Greenhouse. A cool greenhouse or plastic tunnels are very suitable for growing Magnificent Bells. Even outdoor cultivation is optional in cooler climates, but keep in mind that the plants have to be kept frost-free and can be protected from harsh sunlight. Heating. Not needed. In general: Hellebore is a energy friendly plant not requiring heating. First harvest. 4 to 6 months after planting is the average time for the first harvest. Life cycle. Perennial up to 4 – 5 years. Year round flowering in mild climates, flowering from mid autumn to mid spring in warmer climates. Plant timing. In milder and moderate climates, planting can be done all year round. For regions with more extreme summers and winters, we recommend to plant your Magnificent Bells in spring, for harvesting 5 – 6 months later. Plant density. Approx. 6 – 8 plants per square meter. Can be grown in both pots or in beds. Netting. Netting is not necessary. It’s optional to place wires above the rows to support longer stems. Pincing. Not needed. PGR’s. This is optional to reach more stem length. Media, soil analysis & climate. Download our growing manual to see all details. Harvest. Harvest with a minimum of 3 open flowers per stem. Cut deep to enable new shoots to make length and good quality. Never cut away leaves after harvesting. Keep in mind that these are general guidelines, for personal advice always contact our team.

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Cut Flowers The perfect wedding flowers HIlverdaFlorist

The perfect wedding flowers

Wedding season is here! We have seen many trends and wedding themes to combine the most beautiful floral arrangements with. From our own knowledge and expertise in flower breeding and selection, we are happy to share some flowers that could be a great choice for the arrangement of your dreams. Earthy shades Nature tones are back and we see a lot of earthy shades like brown, green, yellow and peach being incorporated into bridal flowers. Where nude colours have been trendy for a while now, this trend is taking the next step and is all about connecting to mother nature. Make floral arrangements in this trend that extra bit more exciting with textures and scent. Carnations for example will be a great fit for this. Some of our suggestions:

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Pantone Colour of the Year: Peach Fuzz

Pantone recently launched the Colour of the Year 2024: PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz! “PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz captures our desire to nurture ourselves and others. It’s a velvety gentle peach thone whose all-embracing spirit enriches mind, body, and sole”, says PANTONE®. Pantone is a company that publishes colour codes and announces a colour as its annual colour each year, based on fashion, social events, cinema, and more. As HilverdaFlorist, we are looking forward to a year of Peach Fuzz and are happy to share a selection of our colour matching varieties with you. Standard Carnation Peach Wonder It looks like Peach Wonder was made especially for this trend! However, this flower has been part of the Standard Carnation range for some time. The large, ruffled flowers with multiple petals create depth in this unique colour. Like the colour, the classic yet modern Carnations themselves effortlessly bridge the gap between youthful and timeless. Exactly as Pantone intended with the colour.

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Sweet & soft: the versatility of Sparkz® Solomio

In a world full of flowers, there are certain varieties that capture our attention with their outstanding beauty and irresistible charm. One such variety is Sparkz® Solomio: a unique Dianthus variety that is bound to dazzle anyone who sees it. Solomio® varieties are developed by HilverdaFlorist, being a testament to their commitment to excellence and innovation within the floral industry.   Get to know Sparkz® Solomio The Solomio® Series endears with blushing, rounded flower petals in a ray of soft to bright colour tones. The flowers of Solomio® varieties appear high on the stems and are composed of petals that emerge horizontally to create an almost flat surface. The result is a truly surprising flower, which is easy for florists to work with and immediately shows colour in a bouquet.

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How to keep your cut flowers fresh longer: 7 useful tricks!

Flowers bring beauty and joy into our lives. They boost our mood, creativity and symbolize love, gratitude and celebration. By prolonging the life of flowers, we can continue to enjoy their elegance for a longer period of time. But, how do we keep our beautiful bouquets alive as long as possible? In this article, we give you tips to enjoy your flowers longer! Follow these steps and extend the life of your bouquet. First things first: clean vase To eliminate the possibility of bacteria in your vase, you should first clean it. After cleaning, make sure to rinse your vase thoroughly. Choose the right vase Make sure to offer your flowers the support they might need. For lighter, more fragile flowers, use a taller vase. Do you have heavy blooms with a strong stem like Gerbera? You can place them in a lower vase and let them shine! Cut the stems Cutting the stems of your flowers (approx. 0.5 inch) allows them to absorb more water. Be sure to cut them at an angle so that they can continue to absorb water at the bottom of the vase. Recutting the stems each few days will repeat this process. Don’t forget to make sure your knife or scissors are clean.

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