Lily of the Valley is a delicate, highly scented spring flower loved for its tiny bell shaped blooms. It is often used in bridal bouquets, luxury wedding flowers and traditional floral designs. 

Key Information about Lily of the Valley

Availability: Mainly Spring, limited throughout the year. Sold in stems or with root ball. 

Vase life: Approximately 3 to 7 days. 

Colour range: White and occasionally pink 

Family: Asparagaceae

Genus: Convallaria 

Fun Fact: Lily of the Valley has been used in many royal wedding bouquets. It is deeply symbolic gesture. In France, giving a sprig of "muguet" on May 1st is a major holiday. 

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When Should I Order Lily of the Valley?

We recommend delivery 1-2 days before the event. It is delicate, seasonal and has a shorter vase life. It should be kept cool and handled with care. 

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Step by Step Conditioning Guide

To get the best from your wholesale cut lily of the valley, please read the instructions carefully. This information is if the lily of the valley is delivered without the root ball. 

1. Carefully remove all packaging

2. Handle gently to avoid damaging the tiny flowers 

3. Cut a small amount from the stems 

4. Place in fresh, clean water

5. Store in a cool, low lit environment

6. Avoid heat, draughters and direct sunlight. Keep away from children. 

7. Keep hydrated until ready to use

8. When making a bouquet, to give extra support to the stems and flowers, externally wire with silver rose wire. Always leave this design until last. 

If however the lily of the valley arrives with the root ball, you can leave the white packaging paper aroud the flower and leaves, exposing the root ball and place in a shallow bucket of water. Before use, cut the stems from the root ball. Save the root ball, and plant it as a keep sake in your garden. 

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Common Problems & Solutions

Flower wilting: Keep cool and hydrated at all times 

Short vase life: Lily of the valley is naturally delicate and best used close to  the event

Damaged bells: Handle very gently and avoid overcrowding 

Availability issues: This is a seasonal flower and limited year round. Need advice, contact our Sales advisors. 

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Who is this Guide for?

DIY customers 

Florists 

Event organisers 

Anyone purchasing lily of the valley 

Bridal bouquet cutomers 

Luxury wedding florists 

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