Category About flowers

In Romanian, “florar” and “florist” are used interchangeably, yet they describe two different roles. A short guide to a quirk of the Romanian language.

Plastic-free Christmas decorations: why a real fir beats an artificial tree, the carbon figures behind both, and natural wreaths made by local florists.

Anthurium care made simple: the right light, soil, watering and humidity, plus how to propagate the flamingo flower, handle pests and keep it in bloom.

Roses last longer with the right care. Learn the ideal temperature, how to cut the stems, change the water and use flower food to keep a bouquet fresh.

Everything about the hydrangea: the available colours, what it means, its use in bouquets and how to keep cut stems fresh in the vase for up to 3 weeks.

A working florist shares the small secrets that keep a bouquet fresh for longer: cool rooms, daily water changes, fresh stem cuts and the right flower food.

Why flower prices swing across the year: the seasons, air freight, exchange rates and the holidays abroad that empty the auctions before blooms reach Romania.

Peonies are sought after all year round, yet they are in season for only a few months. Dutch versus Romanian peonies, care tips, symbolism and prices.

8 March is Romania’s biggest flower day. Order early, read the reviews and pick a local florist with its own courier — here is how to get delivery right.

With their deep, ink-like colours, anemones are among the most striking flowers in any flower shop. Season, care, bouquet ideas and the price per stem.