| Storage Temperature: 36 - 38 F |
| Ethylene Sensitive: Yes |
| Description: Multiple star shaped florets on a
single spike. |
| Colors: Red, pink, lavender, orange, yellow, cream,
white. |
| Botanical Facts: The name is from the Greek word
Ixia, meaning "bird lime", and referring to the sticky sap of the plant. |
| Design Notes: Works well as a line flower.
Ixia can also be used as a filler flower in large arrangements. |
| Purchasing Hints: Purchase stems with just
one or two florets open at the base of the spike with the other buds swelling and showing
color. Avoid stems with no open flowers. Avoid crooked stems. |
| Conditioning: Remove all foliage that will be
below the water line. Cut under water with a sharp knife. Hydrate in a solution of
warm water and commercial floral preservative / floral food for two hours before storage
or usage. |
| Additional Notes: Flowers will not open on
stems cut at a too immature stage. |
