Carthamus tinctorius QIS® White Grenade: Elegant White Cut Flowers for Your Bouquets

Want to give your bouquets a fresh, elegant look? Carthamus tinctorius QIS® White Grenade is the perfect choice. This white safflower is known for its sturdy stems, long vase life, and classic color, making it ideal for both professional florists and hobbyists who want to use high-quality cut flowers in their arrangements.

Perfect for cut flowers

The QIS® White Grenade variety of safflower has been specially selected for its properties as an excellent cut flower:

• Sturdy stems: keep the flowers upright in the vase and arrangement.

• Classic white colour: adds elegance and freshness to any bouquet.

• Long shelf life: suitable for several days in a vase and also excellent for dried flowers.

Thanks to these characteristics, Carthamus tinctorius QIS® White Grenade is perfect for both standalone bouquets and mixed arrangements with other flowers such as zinnia, cosmos, or coreopsis. Its neutral white color makes it easy to combine and creates a stylish, timeless look.

Growth and Flowering

• Height: 80–100 cm, ideal for vase use and as a centrepiece in flower arrangements.

• Flowering period: long summer flowering period, allowing for multiple cuttings.

• Colour: Bright white, which adds a fresh, elegant touch to any arrangement.

The plants grow upright with sturdy, woody stems, which means they retain their beauty for a long time, both in the garden and in cut bouquets.

Sowing and Care

For optimal results as a cut flower:

1. Sow the seeds immediately after the last risk of frost in well-drained soil.

2. Cover the seeds lightly and keep the soil moist until germination.

3. Choose a sunny location for strong stems and healthy flowers.

4. Thin out the young plants so that each plant has enough room to develop a strong stem.

With minimal care, this safflower will provide months of beautiful flowers for bouquets and vase arrangements.

Ecological Benefits

Besides their beauty, the flowers are also bee-friendly. They attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, contributing to biodiversity and a healthy garden. This way, you can combine an elegant bouquet with ecological benefits.

Applications as cut flower

The white safflower is versatile in flower arrangements and bouquets:

• Solitary bouquets: the tall stems and classic white color make the flower an elegant eye-catcher.

• Mixed arrangements: combine with brightly colored flowers such as orange or red for a vibrant contrast.

• Dried flowers: the flowers retain their colour and shape, ideal for long-lasting decoration.

• Professional florists: suitable for arrangements in shops, events or catering thanks to the sturdy stems and neutral color.

Conclusion

With Carthamus tinctorius QIS® White Grenade, you bring an elegant, versatile, and sustainable cut flower into your home. The combination of sturdy stems, long vase life, and bright white color makes this safflower perfect for bouquets, arrangements, and flower arrangements, for both hobbyists and professionals. Moreover, the plant contributes to a bee-friendly and ecologically responsible garden.