| Storage Temperature: 34 - 38 F |
| Ethylene Sensitive: Yes |
| Description: Globe-shaped clusters of flowers on
long leafless stems. |
| Colors: Purple, pink, blue, white, yellow. |
| Botanical Facts: The name is from the Greek for
garlic. |
| Design Notes: The long stem of the Allium with it's
bold globe of flowers adds a strong line element to a floral design. |
| Purchasing Hints: Look for well formed heads
with 1/3 to 1/2 of the florets in bloom. Stems should be firm and healthy. |
| Conditioning: Cut under water with as sharp
knife. Hydrate in warm water for ten hours before storage or usage. Use
commercial floral preservative / food. |
| Additional Notes: Most Allium will release a
strong onion or garlic odor when cut. This odor generally dissipates. To
revive a flattened head, hold upside-down between palms of hands and roll back and forth
to spin and fluff the head. |
