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Marigold - Tagetes sp

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Description

Tagetes erecta, the Mexican marigold, also called Aztec marigold, is a species of the genus Tagetes native to Mexico and Central America. Despite its being native to the Americas, it is often called African marigold. This plant also used for ceremonial and decorative purposes. Marigolds are often used as flower arrangements. As the inscription on stick werks or as a garland.

Care tip

Use sharp knife to cut marigold. Cut flowers to its petal, to keep flower fresh.

Where to buy

Bina Usaha Flora (0263-581624), East West Seed Indonesia (Seed) 0264 201871

 
 

Carnation

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Dianthus caryophyllusCarnation ASBINDO

Description

Dianthus caryophyllus is known by the name Carnation. This flower widely used in the florist industry. It has many colors. Native from Mediteranian region, and some from Siberia, Arctic, Japan and Himalayas. This plants grown at relatively high light intensity. And the temperature needs is about 75 F/24 C. 

Care Tip

Carnation may be harvested open or in the bud stage. cut flowers have a longevity in vase life at 1-7o C for storage. this flower could last 6 to 9 days in untreated water. Place the flowers at clean vase.

Where to Buy

Wahana Kharisma Flora (031- 5474286/0341- 320266), Allescia (021- 453263), Rosefarm (021) 65834009, Kebun Ciputri (021) 7805549.

 
 

Dahlia

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Dahlia

Dahlia-Dahlia sp

Description

Dahlia is a genus of bushy, tuberous, perennial plants native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. There are at least 36 species of dahlia, some like D. imperialis up to 10 metres tall. Dahlia hybrids are commonly grown as garden plants. The Aztecs gathered and cultivated the dahlia for food, ceremonies, as well as decorative purposes, and the long woody stem of one variety was used for small pipes.

Care Tip

Harvest only when the flower is fully opened. Vase life of this flower is about 1 to 2 weeks when a floral preservative (added glucose)  is used. Pretreatment  increase longevity. Keep dahlias out of direct sunlight and away from rapid air movement. Avoid high temperatures as well.

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