FLORICULTURE

FLORICULTURE

Horticulture predominantly focuses on the production of flowering and foliage plants for ornamental use. These blooms are generally grown in greenhouses that come in the shape of oversized gardens. These venues store a huge number of plants to be used in mass production.

Floriculture comprises the cultivation of plants and flowers used in cosmetic use, the pharmaceutical and perfume industry, and also for decorative and aesthetic purposes, including bouquets and floral arrangements.

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Floriculture plants and flowers

Floriculture crops comprise several plants, including houseplants, bedding plants, flowering gardens, and pot plants. Other varieties comprise cut cultivated greens and fresh-cut flowers. In most cases, floriculture crops are generally herbaceous. The bedding and garden plants are made up of young flowering plants in the form of annuals, perennials, and vegetable plants. These are usually grown in pots, in cell packs (in flats or trays), or hanging baskets. For best results and to ensure they thrive, they’re often developed in a controlled environment and are produced mainly for gardens and landscaping. Pelargonium (more commonly referred to as geraniums), Impatiens, various Chrysanthemum cultivars, and Petunia are among some of the most prevalent and best-selling bedding plants available. These flowering plants are largely sold in pots for indoor use, which makes them a great option for those who wish to inject color and fragrance into their homes and offices.

Bedding plants

These are the main segment of the floriculture industry. However, they have both a short production and sales season. This runs from January through to June, with sales taking place in May and June.

Bedding plants tend to be produced for seasonal display in outdoor containers and flower beds. The majority of these plants are annual flowering plants but also comprise a variety of foliage and vegetable plants.

Depending on the variety of annual flowers, certain variants can be grown in spring, summer, or autumn, while others can flower during the entire season.