Selection and Characteristics of Floral Materials
1. Rose
- Habits: Prefers sunlight, highly cold-tolerant, drought-resistant, but not waterlogged. Excess water can cause leaf drop and even death.
- Vase Life: 3 to 14 days
2. Lisianthus
- Habits: Thrives in warm, moist, and sunny conditions. It is relatively cold-tolerant but does not tolerate waterlogging.
- Vase Life: 7 to 14 days
3. Lily
- Habits: Prefers warm, slightly cool and dry climates, strong shade tolerance, cold-resistant. Optimal growth temperature is 15-25°C, drought-tolerant.
- Vase Life: 7 to 14 days per stem, 4 to 7 days per flower
4. Calla Lily
- Habits: Easily wilts in cold environments. Can survive for a long time without water, making it an excellent choice for bridal bouquets.
5. Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid)
- Habits: Prefers warmth and avoids cold. Ideal growth temperature is 15-20°C. Stops growing below 10°C and may die below 5°C.
6. Carnation
- Habits: Prefers abundant sunlight, enjoys cool conditions, not heat-resistant, can tolerate some cold.
7. Peony
- Vase Life: 5 to 7 days
8. Hydrangea
- Habits: Prefers warm, moist, and semi-shaded environments. Optimal growth temperature is 18-28°C, winter temperature should not be below 5°C.
9. Alstroemeria (Peruvian Lily)
- Characteristics: Broad, expansive petals with vibrant colors including light pink, deep pink, red, etc. Petals are spotless.
10. Gerbera (African Daisy)
- Characteristics: Comes in various colors such as red, white, yellow, orange, and purple.
Other Floral Materials
- Gypsophila (Baby's Breath)
- Chrysanthemum
- Snapdragon
- Eucalyptus Leaf
- Sweet William
Each of these floral materials has unique habits and characteristics. Florists can choose the appropriate combination of materials according to design needs to achieve the best decorative effect.