Wholesale Alstroemeria, also known as Peruvian Lily or Lily of the Incas (or simply 'alstro' in the floristry trade. It is a reliable and long-lasting cut flower used widely in floristry. It is popular for weddings, gift bouquets, funeral flowers and everyday arrangements because of its excellent vase life and wide colour range. 

Alstroemeria stems carry several flower heads, giving plenty of colour and value in arrangements. The blooms are often speckled or marked, adding delicate detail to both simple and mixed designs. 

Key Information about Wholesale Alstroemeria 

Availability: Generally available year-round 

Vase life: Approximately 7 to 14 days, often longer with good care

Colour Range: All colours except blue and green

Form: Transitional

Family: Alstroemeriaceae

Genus: Alstroemeria 

Best Use: Bouquets, wedding flowers, funeral flowers, arrangements, vase displays and everyday floristry

Fun Fact: Alstroemeria is not a lily. It is associated with friendship, devotion and support.  An unusual botanical fact about alstroemeria is that the leaves are 'resupinate' - meaning that they twist from the bottom, so what appears to be the upper leaf is in fact the lower leaf area.

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Wholesale Alstroemeria Availability

Alstroemeria is one of the most consistently available wholesale cut flowers and is usually available throughout the year. Colours and varieties may vary depending on the market and supply. 

As a wholesaler, we source English Grown, Dutch Grown and Colombian/Ecuadorian Grown alstroemeria. 

English-grown is usually a premium grade, closely followed by Colombian and Ecuadorian-grown, due to their long bracts and strong stems. There is more choice with Dutch-grown, and it can vary dramatically in grade, weight and market supply. Dutch-grown alstroemeria is cut in a tight bud and needs time to condition and develop ahead of the event. 

English Alstroemeria is wholesaled in wraps of 5 stems, Colombian & Ecuadorian in 5 or 10 stems, depending on which farm it comes from, and Dutch-grown is always wholesaled in wraps of 10 stems. Stem lengths range from 60cm to 80cm, depending on the country of origin and grade.

Other Information about Wholesale Alstroemeria 

• When to order? Flowers tend to arrive in a tight bud and need time to develop before an event. Arrange delivery 3-4 days in advance of the event to allow natural development.
• Remove the majority of the leaves from the stem to encourage water to go to the flower heads 
• They will last longer in cool conditions, so keep them out of direct heat and sunlight 
• Best used for long-lasting bouquets, arrangements and everyday designs 
• Some people are allergic to Alstroemeria; it is best to avoid using it in hand-tied posies for weddings.
• It lasts well in floral foam and is an ideal flower for filling out large pedestal arrangements. 
• Remove any faded flowers to keep arrangements looking fresh. 

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