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Boronia
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Common Names: Boronia
Botanical Name:  Boronia, (ba-RONE-knee-ah)
Availability:  January to September, with peak supplies in the spring
Vase Life:  6-10 days
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Storage Temperature:  36-40 F
Ethylene Sensitive: Yes
Description: Long spikes of small bell shaped flowers
Colors: Hot pink, light pink, and purple
Botanical Facts: It is in the citrus fruit family.
Design Notes: Design with flowers with of the same color, creates an uplifting arrangement.
Purchasing Hints:  Purchase when most blooms are still shut.  Leaves should be soft and pliable. 
Conditioning:  Remove all foliage that will be below the water line. Cut under water with a sharp knife.  Hydrate in a solution of warm water and commercial floral preservative / floral food for two hours before storage or usage.
Additional Notes:  Boronia is very sensitive to dehydration.  Do not allow them to run out of water.  Boronia can be easily air dried.  The leaves of Boronia have a wonderful citrus fragrance.
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