Term
Aconitum 'napellus'
(Monkshood) |
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Definition
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Term
Agapanthus --
(African Lily) |
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Definition
January - December
*Prone to flower drop
*Soft stem
*Recut frequently and never leave out of water |
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Term
Allium --
(Ornamental Onion) |
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Definition
March - September
*Sensitive to bacteria so always use flower food
*Slime can occur on stems so change the water daily, clean stems, and rinse the vase |
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Term
Alstromeria --
(Peruvian Lily) |
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Definition
AYR
*Soft stem
*Cut away any white parts of the stem
*Handle with care, leaves damage really easily |
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Term
Anemone 'coronaria'
(Windflower) |
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Definition
September - May, Peaking December - April
*Hollow hairy stem
*Thirsty flowers - Top-up containers regularly
*Use specialized bulb food
*Can be rehydrated by soaking the flower head |
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Term
Anigozanthos 'flavidus'
(Kangaroo Paw) |
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Definition
September - June
*Thirsty flowers
*Tiny hairs can be an irritant to some people - wash hands after use |
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Term
Anthurium 'andreanum'
(Painters Pallet or Flamingo Flower) |
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Definition
AYR
*Optimum temperature is 15 degrees C
*Flower food is NOT necessary
*Limp flowers can be submerged in warm water
*Do not refridgerate |
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Term
Aster 'ericoides'
(September Flower or Michaelmas Daisy) |
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Definition
AYR
*Requires good air circulation |
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