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Aconitum 'napellus'
(Monkshood) |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Aster 'ericoides'
(September Flower or Michaelmas Daisy) |
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Definition
AYR
*Requires good air circulation |
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