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.
As a cut flower, Gypsophila lives up to a week, drying well if required. |
Sunflower
Common names: sunflower.
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual plant, a family member of Asteraceae with a large flower head (inflorescence).
A long stemmed flower that can grow up to 10 feet tall, with a flower head reaching up to 1 foot in diameter.
Short petals surround a large disc.
Petal colors are yellow, orange, red or bronze; discs are brown,
black, or green.
Thick stems support both single or double flower varieties.
Special care: Keep sunflowers hydrated to help stems support heavy head weight.
Place sunflowers in tall containers to provide adequate support for their height.
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