21st Issue Vol. 3 No. 06 ISSN 2094-1765 June 2010 NEW GLADIOLUS VARIETIES LAUNCHED by Norberto R. Bautista Puentespina Orchids and Tropical Plants has just recently launched about 20 new Gladiolus varieties, giving florists more color to choose from for...
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21st Issue Vol. 3 No. 06 ISSN 2094-1765 June 2010 NEW GLADIOLUS VARIETIES LAUNCHED by Norberto R. Bautista Puentespina Orchids and Tropical Plants has just recently launched about 20 new Gladiolus varieties, giving florists more color to choose from for their flower arrangements. To showcase some of the possible decorative options, Puentespina Orchids invited floral designers from the Institute of Philippine Floral Techniques. With the guidance of Creative Director Ms. Evelyn Aldaba of the American Institute of Floral Designers, eleven designers treated the guests to a rainbow display of creativity. Amsterdam Cantate Cha-cha It is a popular flower, especially during the month of November. Using Gladiolus flowers as ornaments started more than 2000 years ago, when Greeks and Romans used them to brighten up important events. At present, Gladiolus continue to be popular in the Mediterranean region as well as here in the Philippines. In fact, it is hailed as the most important cut flower.
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