| Storage Temperature: 36 - 38 F |
| Ethylene Sensitive: Yes |
| Description: Clusters of small, double blossoms on
woody stems with short, soft, needle-like, leaves. |
| Colors: Pink, red & white. |
| Botanical Facts: The name is from the Greek words
leptos (slender) and sperma (seed). A reference to the slender seeds of the plant. |
| Design Notes: Smaller stems work well as a filler.
Longer stems add line to arrangements. Commonly used in contemporary and
Asian styled design. |
| Purchasing Hints: Purchase branches with many
buds just beginning to open. Avoid branches with mildew. |
| 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. Do not pack branches tightly in storage. Air circulation is needed
to prevent mildew and brown spots.. |
| Additional Notes: Branches with fully opened
flowers are difficult to work with as the flowers shatter easily. |
