Dehydration is a common cause for waste with plants throughout the chain. The issue occurs mostly during transport and in the shop. Also, certain kinds of plants, like spathiphyllum, azalea and hydrangea, are very sensitive to dehydration. If you use the following tips, you will avoid waste by dehydration as much as possible.
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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.
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 furnish
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.
We bet you’re not the only one who likes this flower with its wide variety of shapes and colours! There are two types of hydrangea, the spring/summer and the classic, which blooms from summer through to autumn. If you look after them correctly, Hydrangeas are very rewarding flowers and they can last for over 3 weeks in an arrangement or a bouquet.
The creative part we leave up to you, but here are some tips to enjoy the Hydrangea as long as possible.
Tips for florists:
In general safety precautions and danger symbols must be printed on the label of any product that contains certain ingredients that exceed pre-determined quantities. For Chrysal cut flower foods, used by consumers, no such safety precautions and danger symbols are required. However ‘Keep out of reach of children’ is printed on the label as a precaution, though not obligatory. This minimum type of labelling is sufficient for all non-toxic non-food products. No other labelling is required for Chrysal cut flower food consumer packs.
This white, sweetly scented flower is quite special. The wonderful lily of the valley bears bell-shaped white flowers and blooms in spring. Natively it could be found in Asia and Europe, but there is also a separate version that stems from North America. The lily of the valley has many names, like Mary’s tears, May Bells and Our Lady’s tears. The flowers are highly poisonous if consumed, for both humans and animals.
Keeping flowers fresh during transport and reducing the environmental impact is one of the main challenges in the floral industry. At Chrysal, we have a deep understanding of the challenges and solutions for flower care, and sustainability comes first. A new state-of-the-art testing facility and realtime data platform in Chrysal Africa will enable growers, importers and retailers to streamline their operations while ensuring high-quality cut flowers are delivered to their customers in a sustainable way.
As part of an initiative by the Dutch Embassy in Kenya, Chrysal has been invited to offer a practical sea freight training seminar. Developing sea freight for flowers is an important step in reducing the carbon footprint in flower logistics and transitioning to a sustainable supply chain while creating jobs and increasing income for farmers in the Kenyan flower industry.
The rose is the queen of flowers; luxurious and romantic. This flower of love is available in a large number of cultivars, colours and shapes. Of course you want to enjoy your beautiful roses as long as possible, which is why we put together a list of rose care tips for both florists and consumers.