Candytuft
Common Names: Candytuft, Iberis
Botanical names: Iberis, (i-BEER-is)
Availability: January through August
Vase life: 5 to 7 days
Storage temperatures: 36 - 38 degrees Fahrenheit
Ethylene Sensitive: Yes
Description: Clustered florets on stems 6 to 12 inches in length.
Color: White, pink, red and lavender
Botanical facts: The name is from the Greek word (iberis) for Iberia.
Design notes: These beautiful blossoms work well as fillers in mixed arrangements.
Purchasing hints: Purchase clusters in full bloom. Avoid damaged blossoms.
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.