Physostegia virginiana

(Obedient plant)

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What you need to know as a florist about the Physostegia virginiana

  • Colourful splendour

    Usually pale pink to lilac, sometimes white or light purple. Its soft pastel shades make Physostegia virginiana a versatile flower in romantic or minimalist bouquets.

  • Stylish applications

    Physostegia virginiana blooms with rows of tubular flowers along straight, square stems. Flowering is upright, rhythmic and bright, which is perfect as an accent in floral arrangements.

  • Symbolic meaning

    Physostegia symbolises balance, flexibility and inner peace. It literally lets itself be shaped to your hand without losing its strength or elegance, a rare flower.

All about the Physostegia virginiana

Bring structure to your bouquets with Physostegia virginiana. This elegant bloomer surprises not only with its ascending inflorescence, but also with its unique feature: you can literally bend the flowers into position, and they stay put. A flower that is as practical as it is graceful!

Sales advice for the florist

In-store sales advice for Physostegia virginiana

There are several techniques you can apply to the Physostegia virginiana. Think of making arrangements, a bouquet, a mono-bouquet or drying.

Presentation

Use Physostegia virginiana as a building line in your bouquet. The stems give structure, while you can 'shape' the flowers themselves in a focused way. Ideal if you want to work with precision and movement.

Sustainability

Cut stems diagonally and remove leaves below the water line. Use clean, fresh water. Flowers last 6-8 days, and thanks to their firm structure, they keep their shape well, even without leaves.

Versatility

Physostegia suits rural field bouquets, classic compositions and modern styling. Its straight stems and pastel blooms make it perfect as a background flower as well as a quiet colour accent.

Meaning

When choosing the right bouquet, it is important to consider the meaning of the Physostegia virginiana. Ideal for special occasions. Read the meaning of the flower under 'Product information'.

Give care tips

Give advice on caring for Physostegia virginiana, so the customer knows how to keep the flowers fresh for as long as possible. Read the care tips under 'Care' for the best advice.

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