FloraLife Offers Recyclable Paper Packaging for FloraLife Crystal Clear and FloraLife Express Universal 300 Flower Food Packets

August 4, 2021 Smithers-Oasis

FloraLife, a division of Smithers-Oasis Company, and worldwide leader in providing solutions throughout the flower journey from propagation to presentation, is offering recyclable paper packaging for its FloraLife Crystal Clear® and FloraLife® Express Universal 300 flower food packets.

Alstroemeria: The Peruvian Lily

July 27, 2021 FloraLife

Alstroemerias are sold in bud, with very little to no color showing. So, they can appear deceptively dowdy at the point of sale. However, they will reliably develop into delightful bursts of color after three or four days in the water/flower food solution and at room temperature. Therefore, a little consumer education around how Alstroemerias develop over time will go a long way to cultivating a fan base for this mighty little flower.

Research Update: Effects of FloraLife Express Clear 100 on Freshly Harvested Roses

July 14, 2021 FloraLife

To restore the water balance of flowers that are shipped and stored dry, one needs to properly hydrate the flowers upon arrival, a common practice. Once rehydrated with FloraLife® Express Clear 100, flowers look fresh and turgid again. This product also has a positive effect on freshly harvested flowers that are not dehydrated.

Research Update: FloraLife Transport Paper

July 6, 2021 FloraLife

Ask any florist, cut flower wholesaler, or flower enthusiast and they will all agree; Shrinkage (cut flower loss before it reaches consumers) presents a huge problem for the floriculture industry. Postharvest products in general, such as FloraLife® Shield, EthylBloc™ and FloraLife® Transport Paper are formulated to limit this waste.

FloraLife Partners with Carbon Footprint Ltd. to Create Industry’s First Carbon Neutral Storage and Transport Treatment Solution

April 27, 2021 Smithers-Oasis Company

FloraLife, a division of Smithers-Oasis Company, and worldwide leader in providing solutions throughout the flower journey from propagation to presentation, is announcing that its FloraLife® Express Clear ULTRA 200 carbon footprint has been assessed. The company has implemented its plan to offset the impact to create a carbon neutral product, as well as reduce its future environmental impact.