Alstroemeria

Alstroemeria

Alstroemeria, with its delicately mottled petals and wide range of colours, is ideal for adding a vibrant touch to floral arrangements. Its exotic and elegant appearance makes it a versatile choice for both centrepieces and decorative bouquets.

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What’s so special about them?

Alstroemeria, also known as Peruvian lily or Lily of the Incas, is a flower with several distinctive characteristics. Native to South America, it is known for its petals, which have a unique combination of colours and shades, ranging from white, pink and orange to yellow and purple.

This flower is appreciated not only for its exotic beauty and elegant funnel shape, but also for its strength and longevity as a cut flower. This makes it a popular choice for flower arrangements and bouquets.

Alstroemeria is also known for its positive symbolism, representing lasting friendship, devotion and prosperity, making it an ideal choice for meaningful gifts and decorations for a variety of special occasions.

What is the availability throughout the year?

Alstroemerias are available all year round thanks to their ability to grow in different climates and regions. This ensures that as a professional floral designer you can always count on them for your arrangements, whatever the season.

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How long do cut alstroemerias last?

They are known for their remarkable durability as cut flowers, often outlasting many other common flowers in floral arrangements. While flowers such as tulips can last 5 to 7 days once cut, alstroemerias can retain their freshness and beauty for up to 2 weeks with the right care.

This longevity is partly due to their ability to retain water and their strong stems, which support the flowers for a long time. In comparison, carnations also have a good life, usually 1-2 weeks, but alstroemerias tend to outlast them slightly.

How to care for Alstroemeria properly?

In order to maximise the longevity of Alstroemeria, it is essential to follow a number of specific care measures:

1. Cut the stems at a 45 degree angle.
2. Change the water every two days to prevent bacterial growth.
3. Remove leaves left under water to prevent rot.
4. Keep the flowers in a cool place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.

How do we ensure quality?

From the careful selection of the flowers to the individual and specific treatment of the stems, we carefully control every stage of our production process, selecting only those that meet the best conditions.

We have a precise grading system where we assess each flower for quality, paying attention to detail and correcting any imperfections.

We also collect and analyse customer feedback to identify potential weaknesses in our manufacturing process and implement continuous improvements based on this feedback to ensure that our products remain of the highest quality.

For which professionals is it useful?

Alstroemerias are long-lasting, versatile and affordable flowers, ideal for certain professionals in the floral and event industry:

1. Florists who work in high volumes: Perfect for those who need affordable, hardy flowers to maintain good margins on frequent orders.

2. Event designers: Ideal for decorations that need to retain their freshness and beauty for long periods of time, avoiding the need for constant replacement.

3. Long-term events and decorations: Their strength and durability make them ideal for arrangements that need to last more than a week, such as corporate events or decorating permanent spaces.

Limitaciones:

• Luxury arrangement designers: Professionals seeking exclusivity may prefer more prestigious flowers such as orchids or peonies.
• Florists who focus on fragrance: Alstroemerias, although long-lasting, are not known for their fragrance, so others prefer more fragrant options such as roses or lilies.

In general, Alstroemerias are ideal for those who are looking for an aesthetic option but prioritise durability and economy.

When is Alstroemeria in demand?

These flowers are particularly in demand in spring and summer, when their wide range of vibrant colours and durability make them a popular choice for weddings, outdoor events and seasonal decorations.

Their ability to withstand hot climates makes them ideal for environments where other flowers would wilt quickly.

Santa Dorotea – A sure bet for quality

At Santa Dorotea we focus on quality and care in everything we do, both in what we produce and in what we select from the best producers in the world to offer you the best variety at competitive prices.