Calla
Common names: calla, calla lily.
A calla lily refers to plants of genus Zantedeschia in the family Araceae.
They produce large, showy flower spathes, therefore they are grown both as ornamental
plants in addition to cut flowers.
Callas are large flowers with thick, waxy petals with solitary 6- to 8-inch flower
heads that make excellent cut flowers or blooming plants.
Many hybrids are in cultivation, with spathes in varying shades of white, yellow,
orange, red, or pink.
As a cut flower, vase life is seven to 10 days.
Special care: Water frequently plus cut stem ends every few days to prevent curling.
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Gypsophila
Common names: gypsophila, gyp, baby's breath.
Gypsophila is a genus of about 100 species of flowering plants known as Caryophyllaceae,
native to Europe, Asia, North Africa.
They are grown as garden plants in addition to their value as a cut flower in
floristry to add to flower bouquets.
Clusters of tiny, double flowers bloom on branching stems.
Commonly white in color, it is also available in pale pink.
Gypsophila lives up to a week and dries well. |
