| Storage Temperature: 36 - 38 F |
| Ethylene Sensitive: No |
| Description: Orange and Yellow blossoms emerging
from a one inch thistlelike green globe. |
| Colors: Orange, Yellow |
| Botanical Facts: Safflower is a member of the
Sunflower family. Safflower is also grown for cooking oil. |
| Design Notes: Generally used as a filler flower,
Safflower blossoms can be used as an accent. Safflowers add texture to floral
designs. |
| Purchasing Hints: Purchase when half of the
buds are open and half still closed. |
| 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: Blossoms will last longer
if most of the foliage is removed. |
