What you’ll discover in ‘5 Top Cut Flowers for February’:
#1 Ranunculus
The selection of Ranunculus continues to grow, as does their quality. There is now such a diverse collection that it’s hard to believe they’re all related!
Here are some of the most popular types we frequently stock:
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Pon Pon varieties – Tightly ruffled petals interspersed with flushes of green.
- Klooney, Clooney, Cloony – Large-headed varieties with an exceptionally high petal count.
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Butterfly varieties – Unique single flowers with a waxed, sparkling appearance and multiple flowers per stem.
Ranunculus breeders, especially in Japan, have developed stunning new varieties, some as large as peonies. It’s an exciting space that continues to evolve rapidly – we’ll keep you posted!
VIP Flowers has a range of ‘Topping’ Ranunculus which you can see here. As with all the ‘Topping’ effects they are created by the flowers drinking a special coloured fluid that is completely natural and fully biodegradable, so there is no harm to the flowers or the environment from the start to finish!
#2 Anemones
February sees Anemones take centre stage. You’ll find no shortage of them available as they arrive in abundance from France, Italy, and Holland.
Despite their delicate elegance, Anemones come in a riot of colours. There are too many varieties to list, but as you’ll very likely know, they are available in shades of white, blue, burgundy, red, magenta, fuchsia, cerise, violet, purple, nero (black), pink, pale pink, and numerous bi-colour variations.
While single Anemones are the most familiar, there’s an increasing selection of ‘Full Star’ varieties available. These are visually quite different, with their near-double appearance.
If you’re looking for a truly alternative Anemone, the ‘Toppings’ selection from VIP Flowers offers something quite different, which you may find very interesting.
Full Star Anemones ↓
#3 Italian Matthiola
Stocks
Whilst you might not think of Stocks or Matthiola as a spring or winter flower, we have wonderful Italian Matthiola coming in. Whilst they’re available before this month, they really hit their stride come February.
Scroll through the images and you’ll see the wide selection of colours available, each one perfect to be included in spring designs.
#4 Hellebores
Whilst they have the common name Christmas Rose, Hellebores really come into their own in the early part of the year, with a lovely selection available in February.
We have fabulous Dutch Hellebores available from growers including the fantastic Haas Flowers as well as beautiful Helleborus varieties from our friends at Marginpar grown and imported from Kenya and Ethiopia.
Want to learn more?
Click on either of the company names above to see the hellebore section of their website, or click on the link below to see what’s available on the webshop at any time.
#5 Anthuriums
Whilst Anthuriums come in all sorts of head shapes including: cup-shaped, Tulip, Ribbon & Calyx Anthurium varieties, undoubtedly the most popular and traditional shape of Anthurium is the heart-shaped flower.
With Valentine’s Day halfway through the month, it seemed an obvious choice to be selected as one of our 5 Top Cut Flowers for February.
We know more than most that there’s no getting away from the fact that roses are synonymous with valentines however, many organisations promote Anthuriums as being “universally known as the flower of love.”
This year, Cinefleur are just one of many that have run a full campaign around Anthuriums for Valentine’s, as you can see here.
As they explain, “Valentine’s Day is the moment when emotion becomes visual and few flowers express that better than Anthurium. With its glossy heart-shaped blooms, bold colours, and long-lasting quality, Anthurium brings a modern twist to a classic day of love.” They go on to suggest “The shape says it all: naturally heart-like, elegant, and instantly recognisable. Whether presented as a single striking stem or styled in a lush bouquet, Anthurium turns every arrangement into a message of affection.
Colours That Speak the Language of Love. From deep reds to romantic pinks, soft pastels to daring whites, Anthurium offers the full Valentine’s palette. Its sculptural form pairs beautifully with roses, orchids, or stands confidently on its own as a contemporary statement of passion.”
Anthurium Ecstasy
Anthurium Black Beauty
Anthurium Amigo
Anthurium Cheers
Anthurium Pink Jesolo
Anthurium Impreza
Anthurium Touch of Gold
Anthurium Eterno
Anthurium Bubblegum
Anthurium Nunzia
Anthurium Danielle
Anthurium Violet Heart
Above, we’ve shared just a tiny selection; however, there are also varieties included from the VIP Toppings Anthurium collection, along with a smaller-headed Anthurium from the ‘Lovely’ range and, in contrast, a large-headed variety.
You can discover so much more about more varieties and everything you may ever want to know on our page dedicated to Anthuriums. We highly recommend taking a look, it really is a treasure trove of information. We’re confident even the most experienced and knowledgeable florist will learn something new!
So, are you convinced to promote Anthuriums as a perfect Valentine’s flower, or simply enjoy them throughout February as you do the rest of the year?
