2019 | 2020...ammi visnaga casablanca aster comes from the ancient greek word astere which means...
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CREATING SURPRISING SUMMER FLOWERS.
TOGETHER, EVERY DAY.
CATALOGUE KENIA 2019 | 2020
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MARGINPAR FLOWERS
Our flowers can be divided into three categories: Originals (year-round available and in large numbers),
Seasonals (available in certain seasons) and Specials (surprising ‘niche’ flowers in small numbers).
We consistently create a unique quality of summer flowers. Always stylish and rich in colour.
Originals are available in large numbers all year round.
Both beautiful fillers and exclusive flowers, that have
been cultivated with attention to detail. How about
our Clematis Amazing® series, or the Eryngium
Questar® series, that are loved by florist all over
the world?
We have 45 different varieties, divided over 14 crops.
ORIGINALS
Seasonals are summer flowers, available in
certain seasons. Because we grow our flowers in
Africa, where seasons are different from the Dutch
growing season, they surprise the market at times
other growers can’t. The Jatropha Firecracker,
for example, or the Scabiosa Scoop® are seasonals.
We have 16 different varieties, divided over 10 crops.
SEASONALS
Specials are niche flowers, not regularly available and
produced in small numbers. These flowers have a very
high distinctive character, florist can really distinguish
themselves from their competition using our specials.
The Gloriosa Rothschildiana, for instance falls into
the ‘special’ category.
We have 17 different varieties, divided over 7 crops.
SPECIALS
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ORIGINALS
The flowers have a very fine structure. The extensive availability and excellent vase life make Astrantia a wonderful product for commercial floristry.
ASTRANTIA BILLION STAR®
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These elegant, large summer flowers are perfect filler flowers. The large, white umbels stand on sturdy stems. The flowers look a lot like lace and are a sensational addition to any bouquet.
AMMI VISNAGA CASABLANCA
Aster comes from the ancient Greek word astere which means star and refers to the shape of the flower.
ASTER DARK MILKA
The Germanic people believed that the aroma of burnt leaves from dead asters chased away poisonous snakes and evil spirits for the winter. In modern floral language, aster stands for love and patience.
ASTER FLASH
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Actually, only the heart consists of real blooms, a bunch of tiny flowers on thin stems. A kind of Biedermeier bouquet. The wreath of ‘petals’ around the heart consists of bracts, also known as windings.
ASTRANTIA STAR OF FIRE®
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That is why in English, the Astrantia is called: Great Masterwort. The name would be derived from magister: master of healing plants.
ASTRANTIA STAR OF PROMISE®
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The Dutch common name for the Astrantia is named after a traditional piece of jewelry: ‘Zeeuws Knoopje’. They were made of silver or gold and were at the time a status symbol: the larger the button, the richer and more important the wearer was.
ASTRANTIA STAR OF FLAME®
The rootstock and the plant are still used today in folk medicine as a stomach-strengthening agent. Substances in the Astrantia have a beneficial effect on the secretion of gastric juices. It is also used as an appetite stimulant.
ASTRANTIA STAR OF LOVE®
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40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
The Blue Pirouette is a unique purple-blue cutting clematis. This Clematis has 4 flowers per stem. Ideal for bouquets because these flowers have a long vase life!
CLEMATIS AMAZING® BLUE PIROUETTE
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The Clematis Amazing® Inspiration is a particularly beautiful purple-pink cutting clematis. This Clematis has 4 flowers per stem.
CLEMATIS AMAZING® INSPIRATION
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• • •Craspedia is hot! The bigger the better. Lucky you, we have the Craspedia Paintball™ series that’s known for its extra-ordinary large yellow heads. Let your creativity POP!
CRASPEDIA PAINTBALL™ POP
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Length Country of origin
40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
Carnations are known for their long vase life and are frequently used in floral designs and bouquets.
DIANTHUS CARAMEL
The popularity of the flower goes back a long way; the Romans, for example, already made wreaths and fresh perfume out of the carnation.
DIANTHUS EVEREST
The carnation is still often added to men’s fragrances because it doesn’t smell so strong. The carnation is also frequently used for the preparation of potpourri.
DIANTHUS GOBLIN
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DIANTHUS ANTIGUA
Carnations, their real name is Dianthus, were first cultivated by the Greeks. The word ‘dios’ refers to the god Zeus and the word ‘anthos’ means ‘flower’. A divine flower!
The Delphinium is a royal flower. The long slender stems are richly set with flowers. Up to 100 flowers on a stem. With a vase life of up to three weeks, it is a rewarding cut flower for everyone.
DELPHINIUM VOLKERFRIEDEN
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Nothing has changed in this respect: the carnation is still an appropriate gift to show your passionate love.
DIANTHUS GRAND SLAM
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40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
The carnation has a long shelf life and a slight fragrance. Good if you don’t like strong smelling flowers!
DIANTHUS HERMES
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Carnations come in a very wide variety of colours. Some are even bicoloured, like this Burgundy variety.
DIANTHUS NOBBIO BURGUNDY
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• • •The carnation is a symbol of passion, desire and romance. Renaissance painters from the 15th and 16th centuries chose this flower as an accessory in their engagement scenes for a reason.
DIANTHUS HERMES ORANGE
In iconography, a red carnation is the symbol of engagement.
DIANTHUS MASTER
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Carnations are very sensitive to ethylene gas. For this reason, you should not place them near a fruit bowl.
DIANTHUS NOBBIO SPOTLIGHT
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Most carnations are symbolic. The white carnation is synonymous with pure love and happiness. Can’t go wrong with that one!
DIANTHUS PAX
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40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
The species is characterized by a beautiful blue flower and is still the most popular decorative thistle due to its regular supply. Available all year round and in various lengths.
ERYNGIUM AQUARIUS QUESTAR®
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The Eryngium Capricorn Questar® has a special purple blue colour and is slightly less known than the other varieties in the Questar® series.
ERYNGIUM CAPRICORN QUESTAR®
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The Dianthus can also be seen regularly in religious paintings; as a symbol of the Holy Mary and as a symbol for the suffering of Christ.
DIANTHUS VIPER WINE
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In the past the carnation was used in medicine for stomach complaints and fever, treating nervousness and stress and even hair loss problems. Such a versatile flower!
DIANTHUS PINK MONTEZUMA
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The Eryngium Magnetar Questar® is a beautiful, bright blue decorative thistle. The Magnetar belongs to the Questar® series and you see it regularly in bridal bouquets.
ERYNGIUM MAGNETAR QUESTAR®
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Eryngium Orion Questar® is the best known Eryngium from the Questar® series. Available all year round and in various lengths.
ERYNGIUM ORION QUESTAR®
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Eryngium Supernova Questar® is the thistle with the largest flower from the Questar® series. Supernova has a sky-blue colour and a green top.
ERYNGIUM SUPERNOVA QUESTAR®
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The smooth, shiny berries of the hypericum are clustered on woody stems and come in an array of different colours, like this bright green one.
HYPERICUM MAGICAL GREEN POWER
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Gypsophila is really the team player among flowers. By adding gypsophila every bouquet gets something opulent. Gypsophila comes from the Greek words ‘gypsos’ = gypsum (lime sulphate) and ‘philos’ = friend.
GYPSOPHILA XLENCE®
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40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
The Eryngium Sirius Questar® is a beautiful decorative thistle with a white heart. This belongs to the Questar® series and is the only white Eryngium on the market.
ERYNGIUM SIRIUS QUESTAR®
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Hypericum is a well-known bouquet filler. This berry filled flower is being used by florist in all seasons. The different varieties make hypericum accessible for every occasion.
HYPERICUM IVORY FLAIR®
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Cut hypericum start out with bright yellow, star-shaped flowers loved by bees. The berries develop after the blooms fade away.
HYPERICUM MAGICAL PINK GIANT
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Hypericum used to be placed above photos in the house during St. John’s Day to ward off evil spirits. Hence the general name St. John’s wort.
HYPERICUM MAGICAL TRIUMPH
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Almost 2,400 years ago, Hippocrates, the father of medicine, recommended St. John’s wort to treat nervous unrest. The black dots along the margin of the blossom contain hypericin, which is belie-ved to act as an antibiotic and antiviral.
HYPERICUM SAKURA FLAIR®
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This hypericum from the Flair® series is an ideal addition to any bouquet and has a beautiful bright red colour and round berries.
HYPERICUM TOMATO FLAIR®
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Solidago, also called Goldenrod, is the perfect filler flower. This flower is a strong and voluminous cut flower, making it ideal for use in mixed bouquets. This Solidago has a very good vase life and opens nicely.
SOLIDAGO CARZAN GLORY
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40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
This beautiful white Ornithogalum White Star™ has very sturdy stems and striking large flowers. This eyecatcher has a good vase life and beautiful flowering.
ORNITHOGALUM WHITE STAR™
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SEASONALS
Length Country of origin
40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
The Agapanthus, or African Lily, has elongated leaves on its long stem and ends in a beautiful bulb of small flowers.
AGAPANTHUS GLETSJER
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Panicum virgatum ‘Heavy Metal’ is an elegant grass variety with fine spikes.
PANICUM VIRGATUM HEAVY METAL
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Magnificent Bells® is a Helleborus for cut flower production distinguished by its exceptionally long keeping quality. Its long stems with splendid flowers easily have a vase life of two weeks!Also available: length 30/35 cm.
HELLEBORUS MAGNIFICENT BELLS®
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The flowers of this Helleborus with their beautifully rounded purple-red petals are perfect for creating special bouquets but are equally fine as a bouquet on its own.
HELLEBORUS ANNA’S RED
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The Phlox Paniculata Icecap is a sparkling addition to any bouquet. Fragrant, crystal clear white flowers on high stems ensure a full bunch. Therefore, this Phlox is an ideal filler flower.
PHLOX PANICULATA GRP ICECAP
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The Focal Scoop® variety has an even firmer stem, and an average flower diameter of 3.5 inches. The Focal Scoop® is therefore even more suitable to be used as a mono flower, or as a semi-focus in a bouquet or arrangement.
SCABIOSA BI-COLOR PINK FOCAL SCOOP®
The Scabiosa is a special flower, which until recently, had been forgotten. After several years of research and development with the most advanced techniques, the Scabiosa got a wonderful comeback: the Scabiosa Scoop®.
SCABIOSA BLACKBERRY SCOOP®
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The Scabiosa Scoop® varieties are brightly coloured, cushion-shaped flowers, belonging to the Dipsacaceae family. They fit perfectly in spring bouquets and seem to have just been picked fresh from the fields.
SCABIOSA COTTON CANDY SCOOP®
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The flower is very versatile and can be used open, closed, and even after the petals have fallen out. The vase life is excellent and the flowers gradually open to their full size. As a result, the Scoop® is now embraced by florists worldwide.
SCABIOSA RED VELVET SCOOP®
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The Scabiosa Scoop® series has strong stems, a high productivity and lots of colours, including two-tone varieties. Like this one, bright purple with a clear green hart.
SCABIOSA LAVENDER HOOP SCOOP®
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Bupleurum Griffithii has bright-green flowers and delicate foliage, perfect for flower arranging.
BUPLEURUM GRIFFITHII
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SPECIALS
Length Country of origin
40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
• • • • •The flower panicles of Astilbe consist of hundreds of compact, smaller flowers that tower high above the leaves. The soft pink Vision Inferno does well in romantic bouquets.
ASTILBE VISION INFERNO
• • • • •The flowers of the Vision in Pink are, as the name suggests, a beautiful pink.
ASTILBE VISION IN PINK
Limonium is an excellent cut flower with a long shelf life. An ideal bouquet filler. This beautiful filling flower is known for its delicate appearance.
LIMONIUM CHINA SUMMER
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The fine branch structure and fragile flowers provide an exclusive and playful appearance. The petals are more for the sweet appearance. Limonium is a grateful friend: strong, helpful and sweet.
LIMONIUM COOL DIAMOND
The petals are more for the sweet appearance. Limonium is a grateful friend: strong, helpful and sweet.
LIMONIUM PIÑA COLADA
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40 45 50 55 60 65 70 80 ET KE TZ ZIM
There are several stories about Limonium leaves: they are said to have a healing effect and to stop flowing blood.
LIMONIUM PRINSESS DIAMOND
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Perhaps the name doesn’t mean anything to you, but you might recognize the Limonium as a dried flower from the ’80s. Nowadays, this summer flower is back and fits perfectly with a vintage way-of-life.
LIMONIUM SCARLET DIAMOND
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The name Limonium comes from Leimon (Greek) and means meadow. The plant originally grows mainly near the sea, in a salty meadow in fact. You might also encounter variations of this flower under the name Statice of sea lavender.
LIMONIUM SENSY WHITE
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The flower petals look a bit like paper. These beautiful branching species with almost misty branches are full of small flowers in yellow, pink or lilac shades.
LIMONIUM SAFORA DARK BLUE
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Ornithogalum is a genus of bulbous plants from the asparagus family (Asparagaceae).
ORNITHOGALUM PRINCE STAR™
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The Moluccella Leavis has long green stems, filled with peculiar green calyxes (the small real flowers are inconspicuously).
MOLUCCELLA LEAVIS
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