How do plants absorb water?

How do plants absorb water? Usually, we simply take this process for granted, but have you ever wondered how it actually works? We wondered this, too, so we did a little research. Read more

Which cut flowers will last a long time?

When you buy a bunch of cut flowers, you want them to look beautiful for as long as possible. We’ve all had this happen at one time or another: we come home with a pretty bunch of flowers only to discover a few days later that they’ve already begun to wilt. What a shame! So, which cut flowers will last a long time? Read more

3 tips to make your summer last even longer

Are you not ready to say goodbye to summer? With autumn just around the corner, it’s almost impossible to avoid. But you can make summer last a little longer inside by making a few changes there! Here are some ideas to do just that. Read more

3 floral trends for the summer of 2019

Let’s face it: flowers will never go out of style. And right now, they’re trendier than ever! Read more

Floral wedding trends for 2019

It’s the flowers that really complete a wedding. Many brides carry a bridal bouquet, but this is only the beginning. After all, flowers create a beautiful background that’s perfect for capturing those special moments in pictures.  Read more

3 tips to help your plants survive your holidays

If you love your plants, going on holiday is always a bit of a concern. How can you help them survive while you’re away? You certainly don’t want to return to a dead urban jungle. Fortunately, you can do a number of things to avoid this. Read more

Here’s how to create a floral wedding with Anthurium flowers

Anthuriums as cut flowers are available in a multitude of shapes, colours and patterns. This makes them the ideal flowers for bridal decorations. Read more

Ton-sur-ton Anthurium bouquet with Allium

Did you know that there are more than 150 different types of Anthurium? Whether you like a simple and minimalist interior or colorful and bold. There is always an Anthurium that fits your style.  Read more

How to make a vertical garden

Are you blessed with a balcony but one that doesn’t have room for many plants? No problem! No matter how small your balcony is, it has to have an empty wall you could use for a vertical garden! Read more

Where can you buy Anthurium flowers?

Anthuriums produce gorgeous and exotic cut flowers that are available all year round. They’re not limited to a certain season! And you can get them in a wide range of flower shapes and colours. Read more

3 tips to make even better flower arrangements

Have you just discovered the wonders of flower arranging? This article already explained the basics of flower arranging, but now it’s time for some extra tips so you can become an even better flower arranger! Read more

Anthurium bouquet in frame of wooden discs

Did you know that there are more than 150 different types of Anthurium? Whether you like a simple and minimalist interior or colorful and bold. There is always an Anthurium that fits your style. Read more

Flower Parade Rijnsburg: 10th of August

Where to buy anthurium flowers online?

Anthuriums are available in many different sizes and varieties. Their flowers are available in many shapes and sizes: from heart shaped to tulip-shaped and elongated flowers, in both large and small-flowered varieties.  Read more

Is it beneficial to have plants in a bedroom?

People used to think that having plants in a bedroom wasn’t such a good idea since plants release oxygen during the day but absorb it at night. Read more

Where can you order an Anthurium plant online?

The Anthurium flowers the whole year round, which means it’s always available. You have a choice of many different varieties and sizes: Read more

DIY: Make a flower crown

You’re seeing them more often these days: flower crowns. They make a beautiful hair accessory for a festival or summer party but are also a nice little craft activity during a birthday party or baby shower. Read more

Plants in the kitchen? 5 inspiring examples

If we could, we’d have plants all through the house. In the living room, of course, but also in the hall, the bedroom and the bathroom. And why not in the kitchen as well? Read more

Father’s Day: tips for giving flowers to men

Father’s Day is just around the corner: Sunday 16 June. This is the day when we show one or more of the most important men in our lives how much we appreciate them. Read more

The most beautiful urban jungle bathrooms on Instagram

5 inspiring ideas for a colourful Anthurium bouquet

5 striking vases that set the scene for cut anthurium flowers

Whereas you (hopefully) buy yourself flowers often, you probably never buy a vase. After all, once you have a number of vases, you usually don’t need a new one (and your storage space is probably full already). Read more

4 DIY ideas for Mother’s Day that use Anthurium flowers and plants

12 May is Mother’s Day! It’s the perfect occasion to remind your mother of just how much you appreciate her.  Read more

6 distinctive plant pots for your Anthurium plant

Once you buy a plant, you probably put it straightaway into a plant pot that you already have and leave it at that. A pot’s a pot, right?  Read more

Flower arranging 2.0: How to create a beautiful bouquet

Flower arranging might seem a little tedious or old-fashioned, but it doesn’t have to be. Actually, it can be a delightful opportunity for some ‘me time’. Besides this, your flowers will both look prettier and last longer. Read more

3 Easter DIY projects featuring flowers and plants

Easter is almost here! This year, Easter falls on 21 and 22 April. A long lazy weekend to relax, enjoy brunch and spend time with friends and/or family. Read more

A colorful spring bouquet in a few steps

Every season you can add your creativity to new and colorful bouquets with Anthuriums. Let us inspire you with pictures and see how you can easily create those bouquets yourself in a few steps. Read more

Give your home a spring update

Spring is here! The first rays of sunshine are peeking through the clouds and we’re all getting a case of spring fever. Now that the spring cleaning is all done, it’s time to spruce up your home with a new look – including fresh flowers and plants. Read more

Flower Power at Keukenhof Flower Show 2019

On 21 March 2019, the Keukenhof Flower Show will open for the 70th time. If you’re passionate about flowers and plants, you won’t want to miss a visit to Keukenhof in the Netherlands! Read more

3 ways to delight the special woman in your life on International Women’s Day

The 8th of March – International Women’s Day – is a day dedicated to women’s assertiveness and their struggle to gain equal opportunities. Read more

Freakebana: the latest “Ugly-Cool” style of arranging flowers

The latest trend in flower arranging is Freakebana: a modern variant of Ikebana, the Japanese minimalist art of flower arranging. Read more

Harvesting Elements: a style trend with a simple, sober, and sustainable approach

Last year, trend watcher Aafje Nijman presented the three style trends for 2019 that she developed together with the Flower Council Holland, Tuinbranche Nederland, and iBulb.  Read more

New Frontiers: rapid change, smart solutions, and sensory effects

Last year, trend watcher Aafje Nijman presented the three style trends for 2019 that she developed together with the Flower Council Holland, Tuinbranche Nederland, and iBulb.  Read more

Three healthy resolutions for 2019 that are also great fun

The year 2019 is not so new any more, but fortunately that doesn’t mean it’s too late for resolutions. You can make them any time you want, especially when plants are involved.  Read more

Heart shaped flowers for Valentine’s Day – Anthurium is worth more then a thousand words

Remember: February 14th is Valentine’s Day. The most beautiful way to show your appreciation to your loved ones is still a bunch of fresh flowers. Although February isn’t the best month for many seasonal cut flowers, the Anthurium is perfect because it is available throughout the year. And the flower has the shape of a heart. Read more

Soft Landing: a style trend that’s soft, inviting, and attractive

Last year, trend watcher Aafje Nijman presented the three style trends for 2019 that she developed together with the Flower Council Holland, Tuinbranche Nederland, and iBulb.  Read more

How to use the Pantone colour for 2019 in your home

The Pantone colour of 2019 has been chosen! Living Coral – ‘an animating and life-affirming shade of orange with a golden undertone’ – has been named the colour of the year for 2019.  Read more

How to make a cheap bouquet look chic

Sometimes you receive a bunch of flowers that you immediately know came from a supermarket or petrol station. As they say, ‘it’s the thought that counts’, but how can you turn your gift into something you’d be proud to have in your home?  Read more

How to help your houseplants survive the winter: 3 tips

Caring for your houseplants during the summer is not that difficult. Simply place them in a location where they will receive enough light (but not in direct sunlight) and water them about twice a week. Winter, however, makes things more difficult.  Read more

How to use anthurium fertiliser: here are some tips

Do you have a beautiful pot anthurium that’s no longer producing that many flowers? If so, it’s probably a good idea think about a fertiliser made especially for anthuriums since it contains essential nutrients and a rich blend of trace elements. Read more

Inspiration for a baby’s room with botanical flair

Is there a baby on the way? If so, you’re probably thinking about decorating a baby’s room. One of the latest trends is the “botanical” baby’s room. But how can you create one? Read more

3 ways to get creative with Anthurium cut flowers

What if you receive flowers but don’t have an empty vase to put them in? No problem: make use of this occasion to try something new for a change. Read more

5 must-have plant books for every plant lover

Whether you’re a diehard plant lover or you’ve just discovered your green fingers, it’s always nice to read about plants, gather new ideas and imagine adding even more plants to your home. Read more

Good reasons to have more plants on your desk

Did you know that houseplants not only add oxygen to the air but that some of them – like the anthurium – can also purify the air?  Read more

4 nice gifts for flower lovers

With Christmas coming up, it’s once again time to start thinking about gifts. And that isn’t always easy! Especially if you want your gift to be original, personal and genuinely appreciated.  Read more

December 2018: Anthurium Houseplant of the Month

Powerful appearance, attractive to see and timelessly beautiful: the Anthurium is the kind of roommate that you’ll never get bored of! An exotic plant with her shiny leaves and colored bract, that bring back both a classic and a modern interior to life. Read more

Creating a beautiful autumn bouquet yourself: tips and tricks

Now that the days are getting shorter and it’s colder outside, we’re spending more time indoors. A good reason to make your indoor environment even more inviting! Read more

Give any room a colourful exotic look by introducing plants to brighten up the autumn season

It’s easy to make your own unique exotic still life. Simply put a number of gorgeous anthurium plants in different pots and then arrange them together on a pretty cabinet. Read more

These little works of art from the world of nature will give any room a colourful exotic look

It’s easy to make your own unique exotic still life. Simply place a number of gorgeous anthurium stems in different vases and then arrange them together on a table. Or create an upright bouquet made from colourful anthuriums in a bowl.  Read more

Here are the various colours of Anthuriums as cut flowers and plants

Anthuriums are available in many different sizes and varieties. You can buy them as pot plants or cut flowers in large or small-flowered varieties. Their flowers also vary in shape: choose from heart-shaped, tulip-shaped or elongated flowers.  Read more

Experience the autumn with anthuriums at the new multi-sensory event by The Wunderkammer

Florists and stylist collective The Wunderkammer has been recognized for the last ten years by their Shop for a Weeks in Amsterdam and after the twentieth edition last May, they introduce new experience concept in November 2018 PRESERVED: Saving Beauty.  Read more

5 reasons to buy flowers for your own enjoyment

Most of us don’t really need a reason to buy flowers just for ourselves. So why is it that we don’t do this very often? Yes: why not? After all, it’s a very easy and relatively inexpensive way to give yourself a little treat. Read more

6 beautiful ways to display your plants

You simply used to put a plant in a planter, and that was it. Today, there are so many great ways to display your plants that an ‘ordinary’ planter could look pretty boring indeed. Read more

Decorating your home using the Flexa trend colour for 2019: Spiced Honey

Every year, the colour professionals at the Flexa ColorLab meet with trend watchers who keep an eye on design and social developments. Together, they select the Flexa Colour of the Year. For 2019, this colour is: Spiced Honey. Read more

How to create a mini urban jungle in your home

Anyone who loves plants will tell you that you just can’t have enough of them. But where can you find space to display them all to perfection? This is where we come in: here’s a suggestion on how to create a mini urban jungle in your own home! All it takes is a few tips and tricks. Read more

4 plant apps to help you identify and care for a plant

Nowadays, we do a lot more with our phones than just calling and texting. We use them to take and share pictures, keep track of our schedules, take notes, play games, etc. Now, there’s yet another use for them: plant apps to help you identify and care for a plant! Read more

5 nifty plant stands for under €30

If you have lots of houseplants, it’s nice to display them in various ways and places. You could place them on a little stool, a bench or a shelf, but what about a plant stand? Read more

The 3 style trends for the flower and plant sector in 2019

The new year has started, so it’s time to start looking at the green trends for 2019! Trend watcher Aafje Nijman recently presented the three style trends for the flower and plant sector that she developed together with the Flower Council Holland, Tuinbranche Nederland, and iBulb. Read more

Make your own underwater flower arrangements

Sometimes we come across such original ideas that we just have to share them! Like this nice DIY project we saw at Happy Monday Blog, in which they wrote about underwater flower arrangements. And three guesses: which flower would be the best choice? This article tells how you can maken your own underwater flower arrangements. Read more

3 reasons to have more flowers at the office

Flowers make you happier, less stressed and more relaxed. They also have a beneficial effect on communication and employee satisfaction at the office. Enough reasons, you might say, to have more flowers at the office. This article explains exactly how this works. Read more

5 plants for a better night’s sleep

More and more people are suffering from sleeping problems. There are various reasons for this, of course, but have you ever considered the air quality in your bedroom? Read more

Style trend Romance 3.0: decadence, flowers and plants

Last year, the Tuinbranche Nederland, the Branchevereniging VHG, iBulb and Flower Council Holland consulted trend watcher Aafje Nijman to present three style trends for 2018: ‘Punk Rebooted’, ‘Re-assemble’ and ‘Romance 3.0’.  Read more

Re-assemble: a style trend with lots of colour and creative contrasts

Last year, the Tuinbranche Nederland, the Branchevereniging VHG, iBulb and Flower Council Holland consulted trend watcher Aafje Nijman to present three style trends for 2018: ‘Punk Rebooted’, ‘Re-assemble’ and ‘Romance 3.0’. Read more

4 tips to give your plants a long happy life

The Urban Jungle trend is really great, but it could be hard to keep those plants alive if you don’t have green fingers. That’s why we’ve put together a number of tips that will guarantee you a house full of living plants. This is how to give your plants a long happy life: Read more

Punk Rebooted: a style trend that breaks the rules and catches the eye

Last year, the Tuinbranche Nederland, the Branchevereniging VHG, iBulb and Flower Council Holland consulted trend watcher Aafje Nijman to present three style trends for 2018: ‘Punk Rebooted’, ‘Re-assemble’ and ‘Romance 3.0’.  Read more

Taking beautiful pictures of flowers

We recently shared 6 Instagram accounts full of inspiration for flower lovers: each and every one is bursting with gorgeous original flower pictures. So captivating, they could almost make you jealous! Read more

How to incorporate the 3 green trends for 2018 in your own garden

At the end of last year, the Tuinbranch Nederland, the Branchevereniging VHG, iBulb and Flower Council Holland put together three green trends for 2018: ‘Punk Rebooted’, ‘Re-assemble’ and ‘Romance 3.0’. And now that summer is fast approaching, we can hardly wait to see these trends popping up in the garden! Read more

Looking for greenspiration? Here are 6 great blogs about houseplants

Sometimes, ideas just don’t easily come to mind. You want a room to look different, but where to start? Consider plants as a solution. Read more

How to create an urban jungle in your bathroom

The urban jungle trend was a big hit in 2017 but it’s still going strong in 2018. You see it particularly in living rooms because that’s where you usually spend most of your time and can enjoy it most. But have you ever thought of turning your bathroom into an urban jungle? Read more

How to make a bunch of cut flowers last even longer

Have you received (or bought for yourself) a nice bunch of cut flowers, and are they wilted and ready for the bin within a week? What a shame, especially when there’s a solution! If given the right care, you could enjoy them much longer.  Read more

Here are the 10 newest Anthuriums for use as pot plants and cut flowers

Several new Anthurium varieties have been developed lately. Each and every one is special, distinctive and useful for various purposes whether it be a grand arrangement or a modest bouquet. To keep you both informed and inspired, here are the 10 newest Anthurium varieties for use as pot plants and cut flowers! Read more

How to use flowers to wrap gifts beautifully

A gift is always that bit nicer when it’s beautifully wrapped. That’s how you make sure that giving it is just as much a surprise as unwrapping it. Use flowers for example: they give instant joy. Read more

3 reasons why flowers always make women happy

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, a lot of children are wondering what to buy for their mothers. We say: don’t make it too difficult for yourself, and surprise her with a pretty bouquet! Read more

With these plants you bring spring into the house

Now that spring has begun, the sun begins to show itself more often. Wonderful! We are well and truly ready to venture outside without a jacket, put on our sunglasses and grab a seat on a terrace. Read more

Romanticism in Keukenhof: the world’s largest spring-flowering park

If you’re passionate about flowers and plants, you won’t want to miss a visit to Keukenhof. Although Keukenhof is famous for its fantastic tulip displays, it also has much more to see and enjoy. Read more

What should I do if my Anthurium plant is producing green flowers?

Anthuriums are very easy to care for. They demand so little to remain attractive for so long! Sometimes, however, their leaves can become discoloured, take on a different texture or look rather dull. Read more

Endless Anthurium: these are the different types of the Anthurium

Anthurium varieties are extremely diverse: they are available in a wide range of sizes and versions. You can choose from pot plants and cut flowers, and the shape of their flowers can vary as well.  Read more

An Easter brunch with lots of flowers: 4 tips to set an inviting table

The Easter holidays come early this year: on 1 and 2 April! A perfect time to spend quality time with friends and/or family. All of you around the table loaded with wonderful food and enjoying each other’s company: these are the ingredients for a wonderful long weekend. Read more

6 Instagram accounts full of inspiration for flower lovers

Instagram has many communities of people who share the same interests. Plants are one of them, but flowers are right up there as well! Could you use a little #flowerinspiration? Here are six Instagram accounts for flower lovers.  Read more

6 Instagram accounts full of inspiration for plant lovers

Instagram is the perfect place to get lost for hours as you scroll through all those beautiful pictures. Here you can find lots of large communities made up of people who have the same interests. Plants are one of them. Could you use a little #plantspiration? Here are six Instagram accounts for plant lovers. Read more

4 gifts that will make anyone who loves plants happy

What do you buy as a birthday gift for someone who loves plants? A plant, but their house is probably already full of them. Fortunately, there are plenty of other plant-related gifts around! Here are some of them – things that every plant lover will also be very pleased to receive. Read more

4 reasons why the anthurium makes the ultimate flower or plant for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day, the day on which we have 24 hours to show how much we appreciate the ones we love. There could be no other flower more associated with this day than the rose. But….did you know that the anthurium is absolutely perfect for showing your love on Valentine’s Day? Read more

Anthurium potting compost: is it necessary?

The Anthurium originated in tropical regions where it grows in a moist warm climate. The humidity in most living rooms, however, is very low. This is why it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the Anthurium’s potting compost now and then. Here are some tips! Read more

These plants provide cleaner and fresher air in your home

Did you know that houseplants not only add oxygen to the air and make a room look more inviting but that some of them can also purify the air? Read more

Home decorating tips: how to use anthurium plants

Who could imagine a home without plants? They make any room more inviting, and they’re also good for your health. Plenty of reasons, therefore, to have plants in your home. Read more

6 ways to use the Pantone trend colour of 2018 in your home

Every year, the Pantone Color Institute announces its trend colour of the year; for 2018, this is Ultra Violet. This vibrant colour will undoubtedly be showing up frequently this year in fashions, make-up and home decor. Read more

5 interesting facts about the anthurium pot plant and cut flower

In addition to its decorative good looks and modest care requirements, there are even more interesting facts about the anthurium that you might not know. So wouldn’t it be nice to be able to tell the guests at your next dinner party a little more about these special plants? Read more

5 anthurium gift-giving days to note on your calendar

Of course, we give presents on Valentine’s Day, Christmas or a birthday. But on these moments it’s pretty much expected. Sometimes it is nice to surprise someone with a gift on a day when they don’t expect it at all. Read more

What to do when an Anthurium is attacked by disease or pests

The Anthurium is not that vulnerable to diseases but it can be subject to root rot or can become infested with aphids or scale insects. Here are some tips for the best measures to take in these cases: Read more

Good-bye Christmas tree, hello Anthurium pot plant!

It’s hard to get used to not having a Christmas tree in your home anymore. That place where the tree and all its pretty decorations stood is now a big empty spot. But don’t fret: there are enough ways to fill it up. Here are just a few. Read more

Here are the 3 green trends for 2018

With the new year now in sight, it’s high time to start looking at the green trends for 2018! Last year’s trends were ‘Harmonise’, ‘Equalise’, ‘Energise’ and ‘Rebel’. But will these trends continue into 2018? Read more

4 ideas for incorporating anthuriums in Christmas decorations

December is the month to get together with friends and family for more elaborate dining. Using anthuriums is an easy way to add a special touch to these gatherings.  Read more

Trend: a botanical Christmas decoration using anthuriums

December is the month to get together with friends and family for more elaborate dining. Using anthuriums is an easy way to add a special touch to these gatherings.  Read more

Use the anthurium in a unique and colorful Christmas wreath

December is the month to get together with friends and family for more elaborate dining. Using anthuriums is an easy way to add a special touch to these gatherings. Read more

3x the Anthurium like you have never seen before

Anthuriums are available in many different sizes, shapes and colours. You can buy them as pot plants or cut flowers in large or small-flowering varieties. Their flowers also vary in shape: choose from heart-shaped, tulip-shaped or elongated flowers. Read more

How to prune an anthurium plant

Anthuriums are long-lasting plants, especially when given the right care. When the plant has glossy green leaves and is producing new flowers, you can assume that it’s getting exactly what it needs. By pruning your anthurium now and then, you can enjoy it even longer. Read more

Where can you buy an anthurium?

Anthuriums are available in many varieties and sizes. You can buy them as pot plants or cut flowers, in lots of flower shapes and a wide range of colours including pink, orange, purple, yellow, salmon, brown and even black. But where and when can you buy an anthurium? Read more

Use anthuriums to set your Christmas dinner table

December is the month to get together with friends and family for more elaborate dining. Using anthuriums is an easy way to add a special touch to these gatherings. Read more

No tropical bouquet is complete without Anthuriums

When we think of summer, we think of clear blue skies, bright sunshine, cheerful colours and all the flowers in bloom. Whether we take off for somewhere warm or prefer to go camping in our own country, we all want to make the most of our holidays and recapture that summer feeling for as long as possible. And what’s better than tropical flowers for holding onto that summer mood? Read more