Featured Flower care 08 September 2016 What are the effects of under- and overdosing flower food? The composition of cut flower food is like a balanced diet for cut flowers. The universal products are a general diet for all cut flowers and... Read more
Featured Flower care 20 September 2016 Why do flowers need flower food? Once flowers are cut, they are deprived of the water, food and growth hormones that are provided to them by the mother plant in the pre-harvest... Discover more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 What factors determine the vase life of flowers? Flower development and its duration, in connection with climatic conditions and other factors, are different for each flower type and cultivar.... Read more
Featured Flower care 08 September 2016 What are the best cut flower care tips for consumers? Always buy fresh flowers to enjoy them as long as possible Ensure that you have enough cut flower food for the size of the bouquet and the... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 What are the best cut flower care rules for florists? Purchase flowers of sufficient maturity and quality Pay attention to the quality of the stem; check for sturdiness, colour and the absence... Read more
Featured Flower care 08 September 2016 How can you prolong vase life with better hygiene? Decomposing pieces of leaves and thorns, dust and other pollutants from the air, contaminate the vase water. All this decomposition, organic... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 Why should you keep plants and flowers away from fruits? To protect themselves from drying out, plants and trees drop their buds, blooms and leaves. For cut flowers and potted plants this dropping is... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 What is the best way to cut the stem? Cutting a piece off the stem of the flower is essential for its ability to absorb water and flower food, in order to develop in a natural way.... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 Why do you need to avoid direct sunlight or heat? Direct sunlight and high temperatures should be avoided as much as possible. This may sound contradictory, because light and heat are essential... Read more
Featured Flower care 20 September 2016 Why should you avoid draughts? Draughts can be a problem throughout the flower journey, from grower to consumer. They cause the flower’s moisture to evaporate to a greater... Read more
Featured Flower care 08 September 2016 Should you place flowers in warm or cold water? Water is essential for flowers to develop optimally. There are many myths about types of water and water temperature. Tap water: The... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 January 2021 How to keep flowers in top condition during delivery At the moment lots of people are staying at home. Not everyone gets the chance to visit a local florist or supermarket to buy a nice bunch of... Read more
Featured Flower care 20 September 2016 What to do when you swallow water with Chrysal flower food? Chrysal flower food contains primarily sugars. Legally, flower foods do not qualify as foodstuffs and they are not meant for human... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 Why should you cut the stems? There are 3 main reasons for cutting the stem: After the grower has cut the flower from its mother plant or the roots, the stem wound... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 What factors determine the shelf life of plants? Plant development and its duration, in connection with climatic conditions and other factors, are different for each plant type and cultivar.... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 How should you soak floral foam for the best results? Although you might be in a hurry it’s important to resist the urge to push the floral foam into the solution of water and Chrysal Professional... Read more
Featured Flower care 20 September 2016 What are the best potted plant tips at home? Always buy the freshest looking plants so as to enjoy them as long as possible Position the plant plant in a light place, some plants like... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 Can flower food cause skin irritations? Almost any product can cause skin irritation. Although Chrysal products are not classified as a cause of irritation, there may be circumstances... Read more
Flower care 16 August 2016 Why do plants need plant food? Once plants are at home the growing activity is mostly low and there is some nutrition in the soil left from the grower, however after a few... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 How do you choose the best vase for your bouquet? There is a logical relationship between the size, height and weight of a bouquet of cut flowers and the size, height and weight of the vase.... Read more
Flower care 21 September 2016 Is cut flower food harmful for the environment? In general safety precautions and danger symbols must be printed on the label of any product that contains certain ingredients that exceed... Read more
Featured Flower care 08 September 2016 What is the best maturity/cutting stage? Flowers are sold in many different forms, colors and opening stages. The cutting stage at the grower is crucial to the vase life and flower... Read more
Featured Flower care 20 September 2016 How to remove pollen stains from clothing? Our flower food products basically contain the following ingredients: a sugar, an organic acid and preservatives. The preservatives are... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 What is the best kind of container for flowers? Any kind of container can be used for displaying flowers, however some are more suitable than others for ensuring good flower development. No... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 Why should you remove leaves in a vase? Leaves contaminate the vase water, just like stems do. The stem has to be in the water; the leaf, however serves no purpose in the water, in... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 Should hospitals ban flowers from the wards? Patients are always happy to receive a beautiful bouquet of flowers. It cheers them up and greatly improves the atmosphere in the room.... Read more
Featured Flower care 23 November 2017 How to take care of your Poinsettia When the wet and cold autumn months come to a close it is nearly time for one of our favorite times of year: Christmas! A time of being... Read more
Featured Flower care 08 September 2016 How can you avoid the clogging of dosing pumps? Florists and supermarkets use flower care products, such as Chrysal Professional 2, to increase the water absorption of flowers.... Show me more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 Why do you need to rinse your vase? Most households have more than one vase, so the appropriate one may be chosen for the size of the bouquet and the vases will be stored for some... Read more
Featured Flower care 29 March 2018 How to avoid waste by dehydration with plants Dehydration is a common cause for waste with plants throughout the chain. The issue occurs mostly during transport and in the shop. Also,... Read more
Featured Flower care 21 September 2016 Does floral wire and twine affect the vase water quality? Flower stems are often bound together with an elastic band or other type of binding material. Although it is common practice, some binding... Read more
Featured Flower care 08 September 2016 How do you keep the vase water clean? Contamination of vase water is caused by the decomposition of the stems and leaves in the water. If stems have been damaged and start to... Read more
Featured Flower type 06 June 2017 Peony care tips It’s the season of the peonies and that's why it is the perfect Flower of the Month for June. These flowers have an undeniable charm and come... Read more
Featured Flower type 05 December 2017 Amaryllis care tips With Christmas, we cannot miss the wonderful flower, the Amaryllis (official name Hippeastrum). A beautiful flower for the holidays and the... Read more
Featured Flower type 29 July 2020 Dahlia care tips Originally from Mexico and Central America, the dahlia is a wonderful flower that has over 42 subspecies. The form varies a lot, with... Read more
Featured Flower type 04 January 2018 Tulip care tips Everyone loves tulips. They have Spring written all over them and are truly a flower that makes people happy. There are many different kinds of... Read more
Featured Flower type 01 February 2017 Alstroemeria care tips Alstroemeria: sparkling colors and enduring friendship Alstroemeria is a special flower that's available in many sparkling colours. When you... Read more
Featured Flower type 14 April 2023 Lily of the valley care tips This white, sweetly scented flower is quite special. The wonderful lily of the valley bears bell-shaped white flowers and blooms in spring.... Read more
Featured Flower type 23 November 2017 Rose care tips 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.... Read more
Featured Flower type 04 May 2017 Carnation care tips A new month brings a new Flower of the Month. This May, we focus on the beautiful carnation, also known as the Dianthus caryophyllus. An... Read more
Featured Flower type 06 March 2018 Anemone care tips The wonderful anemone is a bulb flower from the Ranunculaceae family. It can be found mostly in areas with a moderate climate. There are... Read more
Featured Flower type 09 February 2018 Freesia care tips The Freesia is a versatile flower that comes in many sizes, shapes and colors. Let your imagination run wild and combine different colors... Read more
Featured Flower type 27 September 2016 Hydrangea care tips 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... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 What is stem elongation and how to avoid it? If there is one flower species known to want to rise above all, it’s the tulip. Tulipa grow about 10 cm after cutting, during transport and... Read more
Featured Common problems 21 September 2016 What is Botrytis and how to avoid it? Botrytis cinerea (grey mould) is a fungus which causes a loss of quality in flowers like Rosa, Chrysanthemum, Gerbera and Lisianthus. The place... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 What causes leaf yellowing and how to avoid it? Leaf yellowing is a sign of insufficient natural plant growth hormones, regulating the production of leaf green in the leaf. Before being cut,... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 What is stem damage and how to avoid it? Stems carry the flower and give the flower access to water. The stem should remain undamaged to enjoy the flowers as long as possible. Do not... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 What is bent-neck in roses and how can you avoid it? Premature harvesting is the core problem of bent-neck in roses. The stem right under the bud is not strong enough to carry the weight of the... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 What causes stem discolouration and how to avoid it? Stem discolouration has a number of causes that may or may not be negative. Of course, no amount of stem discolouration looks... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 What causes leaf burn and how to avoid it? Leaf burning is a complex phenomenon and is the result of burst leaf cells. A significant cause of rupturing of cell walls is an... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 What can you do to avoid limp flower petals? This well-known phenomenon is the premature wilting of the flowers that are sensitive to vascular blockages, such as Rosa, Bouvardia,... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 How to avoid limited bud and flower development? Energy is the driving force behind water intake, the production of plant hormones and a natural development of the flower. Without... Read more
Common problems 21 September 2016 How can you prevent the dropping of buds due to ethylene damage? Flower petals shrivel up and the buds and leaves drop, which obviously shortens the vase life expectation of cut flowers and the... Read more
