Carthamus tinctorius QIS® Zanzibar: Tropical Cut Flowers with Orange Accent

Want to give your bouquets a tropical look? Carthamus tinctorius QIS® Zanzibar is an excellent choice. This striking safflower is known for its intense orange flowers, sturdy stems, and long vase life, 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® Zanzibar variety has been specially selected for its properties as an excellent cut flower:

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

• Intense orange color: adds a tropical, warm look to any bouquet.

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

Thanks to these qualities, Carthamus tinctorius QIS® Zanzibar is perfect for both standalone bouquets and mixed arrangements. Its bright orange hue complements other summer flowers like zinnia, cosmos, or coreopsis, creating a striking focal point in any arrangement.

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 orange with a tropical look, ideal for vibrant and eye-catching bouquets.

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

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 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, Carthamus tinctorius QIS® Zanzibar develops into a vigorous plant that provides flowers for bouquets and arrangements for months.

Ecological Benefits

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

Applications as cut flower

The safflower QIS® Zanzibar is versatile in flower arrangements and bouquets:

• Solitary bouquets: the tall stems and bright orange color make the flower a striking eye-catcher.

• Mixed arrangements: combine with white, yellow or red for a tropical and summery effect.

• 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 tropical appearance.

Conclusion

With Carthamus tinctorius QIS® Zanzibar, you bring a vibrant, tropical, and versatile cut flower into your home. The combination of sturdy stems, long vase life, and intense orange 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.