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POMPONS
Chrysanthemums
Many different flower forms and colors are available, and breeders are
continuously offering new varieties, including novelties. Pompons are
spray chrysanthemums that have been created by pinching the center bud
of the chrysanthemum plant. Flower size varies from less than .5" to 2.5"
in diameter. Among the most common are daisies (or singles), with their
rings of petals (ray florets) around centers (disks) that are usually
yellow and sometimes green. Cushion, or decorative types have rather flat
flower heads, with ray florets completely covering the disk. The average
vase life of the pompon is an exceptionally long, 14-20 days.
Available: Year-round from Central and South America
Pack: Half and full boxes packed in assorted and solid colors.
Care & Handling:
- Strip lower 1/3 of foliage.
- Cut 1" - 2" off of the ends and place in 6" - 8" of fresh preservative
solution, made with cool water.
- Place buckets in cooler for 4-6 hours before using for single stems
sales, bouquets or arrangements.
- Chrysanthemums are prone to stem blockage so re-cut stems and change
preservative solution every 2-3 days.
Design Suggestions:
- Pompons are the staples of floral design and can be used as focal,
feature or filler flowers in arrangements. Pompons' wide assortment
of color makes them suitable in both every day and holiday occasions
year-round.
- Use in hand-tied bouquets to add volume, color and texture. Small-headed
blooms are excellent for drying.
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