The Levkojen, which come from the Mediterranean and Asia, can also be grown in gardens in Germany. With their sweet, seductive scent and summery, playful appearance, the flowers make wonderful cut flowers.
What makes Levkojen special as cut flowers?
Levkojen are popular as cut flowers because of their beautiful flowers and sweet scent. For optimal shelf life of around 8 days, they should be cut when a third of the flowers are open and placed in warm water. Combinations with other summer bloomers are possible.
What makes Levkojen so popular as cut flowers?
Levkojen, also known as Matthiola, are very popular as cut flowers, mainly due to the beauty of theirflowersand their fantasticfragrance. They and their attractive expression were already appreciated in the 16th century. Even back then, Levkojen were planted in gardens and cut for vases.
When do you cut levkojen for the vase?
It is best to cut this cruciferous plant only when athirdof itsinflorescence is already open. It would be optimal to cut off the flower stalks early in the morning, when it is still cool and the plant is full of sap. Do not use Levkojen as cut flowers if the first flowers have already withered or seeds have already formed.
How long do Levkojen last as cut flowers?
As cut flowers, Levkojen last for about8 days in the vase. To achieve this durability, you should use warm tap water (40 to 60 °C and then let it cool briefly in the vase) instead of cold when filling the vase. Warm to hot water has the advantage that the air bubbles have escaped from it. These can clog the stems of the levkojen and the flowers wilt more quickly.
What should you pay attention to when cutting the Levkojen?
When cutting the levkojen, also known as white violets and lady's violets, you should use asharpandclean knife. Only choose he althy stems with freshly opened flowers and place the cut flowers in a vase filled with water as quickly as possible.
Do Levkojen in the vase need special care?
As cut flowers in the vase, Levkojennone require special care. It is enough if you change the water every two days.
Which other cut flowers do Levkojen go with?
Although Levkojen look wonderful on their own, they also look great as a bouquet with othersummer bloomers from the garden. How about a combination with the long-lasting chrysanthemums? Phlox, carnations, lilies, roses, zinnias and snapdragons also go well with Levkojen.
Tip
Use the flower colors of the levkojen depending on the occasion
White levkojen often have a particularly intense scent and are perfect for wedding bouquets and romantic flower gifts. The yellow, red, pink and purple varieties are suitable for summer bouquets to express gratitude and joy.
