Category: All Flowers and Plants
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Delphinium
Delphinium Name:Delphinium Family:Ranunculaceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:May to August Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:90-180 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Origin The name Delphinium comes from the Latin word for dolphin, because the blooms buds look something like a dolphin. Characteristics Delphiniums are well known for their impressive height. Their most notable feature is…
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Phalaenopsis
Phalaenopsis Name:Phalaenopsis Family:Orchidaceae Type Plant:Tropical perennial Flowering time:Blooms year-round, with peak flowering in late winter to spring Best time to buy:Autumn / Winter Max Height:30-60 cm Sun/Shadow:Prefers partial shade Wintergreen:Evergreen shrub Humidity:Prefers high humidity (50-70%) Origin The Phalaenopsis is the most common orchid kind and can also be known as the Butterfly Orchid. The translation of…
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Balcony Plants
Balcony Plants On the Van Vliet Flower Group webshop, you’ll find a wide and diverse assortment of balcony and patio plants — exactly what your customers are actively looking for right now. For wholesalers and florists, this means one thing: now is the moment to expand your assortment with fast-moving, ready-to-sell solutions that deliver instant…
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Hydrangea
Hydrangea Name:Hydrangea Family:Hydrangeaceae Type Plant:Deciduous shrub (some varieties are perennials) Flowering time:Summer to early autumn (June to September) Best time to buy:Spring or early summer Max Height:60-300 cm, depending on the variety Sun/Shadow:Partial shade to full sun (depending on the variety) Hortensia cut flowers are popular for their stunning and colourful blooms, which can add…
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Dahlia
Name:Dahlia Family:Asteraceae Type Plant:Tuberous flowering plant Flowering time:April to October Best time to buy:Spring to early summer Max Height:3-150 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Wintergreen:No Humidity:Moderate humidity Dahlia is a true eye-catcher that instantly lifts any retail space. The season is in full swing, and this is the moment to benefit from its bold colors and strong…
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Hydrangea Plants
Name:Hydrangea Family:Hydrangeaceae Type Plant:Flowering shrub Flowering time:Spring to early autumn Best time to buy:Spring and early summer Max Height: Sun/Shadow:Partial shade to full sun Wintergreen:Mostly deciduous Humidity:High humidity preferred Characteristics Hydrangeas are flowering shrubs sold as potted plants with large flower heads and a retail display period of 4-6 weeks indoors or as permanent garden plants…
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Wedding Flowers
Wedding Flowers Origin People have been using flowers in weddings for a very long time! Different cultures liked different flowers for what they meant. For example, Egyptians used them to show new beginnings and Romans liked them because they reminded them of love gods. Choosing the Perfect Flowers Today, flowers help make weddings feel special.…
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Peony
Peony Name:Peony Family:Paeoniaceae Type Flower:Herbaceous perennial Flowering time:April-June Best time to buy:During spring Max Height:60-100 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Peony is a luxurious flower highly valued in the floral industry for its large, ruffled blooms and vibrant color range. It is widely used in high-end wedding bouquets, event arrangements, and as a statement flower in both…
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Bedding plants
Bedding plants mark the true beginning of the outdoor season. As temperatures rise and customers return to gardens, terraces, and balconies, demand for those plants increases rapidly. For garden centres and retail professionals, this is the moment to refresh assortments with fast-selling and visually impactful varieties. BellisCompact, classic, and highly reliable early-season flowering plant. Bellis…
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Foam Bears & Hearts
Now available in our Sundries assortment: Foam Bears & Hearts! These decorative foam figures are sold as standalone gifts, separate from our flowers and plants range. Our Bears are available in 25cm and 28cm sizes, whilst the Hearts measure 15cm. Each piece comes complete with a display stand, making them ready for immediate presentation. This…
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Yellow Flowers
Spring has officially arrived and with it, a clear market signal: yellow flowers are at the peak of demand. Yellow is no longer just a color — it is a key emotional driver, closely linked to seasonal storytelling and Easter-inspired designs. KEY VARIETIES IN FOCUS • Yellow Roses — a versatile base for both mono…
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Narcissus
Narcissus Name:Narcissus Family:Amaryllidaceae Type Plant:Perennial bulb, used as a cut flower Flowering time:Perennial bulb, used as a cut flower Best time to buy:Late winter to early spring (when in bloom) Max Height:20-50 cm, depending on the variety Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Origin The name of the Narcissus is said to originate from the Greek…