Ginger

SEASONALITY
➜ Available Year-Round

DESIGN TYPE
➜ Focal Flower, Line Flower

VASE LIFE
➜ Moderately Long-Lasting

BLOOM SIZE
➜ Variety Dependent
➜ 3–8in+

STEM LENGTH
➜ 40–100cm+

➜ Most fresh ginger varieties can remain dry-packed in the cooler overnight before processing, though conditioning on arrival is recommended for best vase life

➜ Recut thick stems at a sharp angle before conditioning in fresh, room temperate water

➜ Allow at least 6 hours of hydration before designing, as tropical, water loving stems take longer to fully condition than many traditional cut flowers

➜ Condition in deep buckets with plenty of fresh water, keeping the bloom well above the water line

➜ Ginger performs in both fresh water arrangements and properly saturated floral foam for event work

➜ Avoid exposing ginger to temperatures below about 50°F for extended periods—tropical flowers are much more susceptible to chilling injury than most cut flowers

➜ Lift stems by the lower stem rather than the bloom to avoid bruising decorative bracts

➜ Use sturdy containers during conditioning and design, as mature ginger stems can become surprisingly heavy

➜ Different ginger varieties have very different bloom sizes and forms, but they generally share similar handling requirements

POSITIVES ➜
♡ Incredible visual impact
♡ Unique tropical appearance
♡ Excellent longevity
♡ Strong focal flower presence

NEGATIVES ➜
✗ Premium flowers carry premium pricing
✗ Requires adequate design space
✗ Sensitive to cold temperatures
✗ Enters every arrangement like it's walking a red carpet

Why do ginger flowers look so different from one another?
➜ "Ginger" refers to a large family of tropical flowering plants rather than one specific bloom
➜ Some varieties produce tall architectural flowers, while others are prized for their unusual texture, compact shape, or colorful waxy bracts; although they vary dramatically in appearance, most share similar care and handling needs

Can ginger stay boxed overnight?
➜ Yes—most fresh ginger varieties tolerate overnight dry storage in the cooler well before processing

Should ginger be kept in the cooler like other flowers?
➜ Yes—but cautiously
➜ Ginger appreciates cool storage, but prolonged exposure to excessively cold temperatures can cause chilling damage—avoid placing tropical flowers directly in front of cooler fans or the coldest areas of the cooler

Can ginger be used in floral foam?
➜ Absolutely—thick stems anchor securely in properly saturated floral foam, making ginger an excellent choice for large event work and installations

Do all ginger varieties have thick stems?
➜ Most do—ginger flowers are naturally sturdy and architectural, which is part of what makes them such dramatic focal flowers

Is ginger okay to use for summer events?
➜ They're among our favorite tropical options—most varieties tolerate warm conditions better than traditional garden flowers, though they should still be kept hydrated and out of direct afternoon sun whenever possible

Is ginger beginner-friendly?
➜ Yes—while the blooms look exotic, most ginger varieties are surprisingly forgiving and have excellent vase life when properly conditioned

Is ginger fragrant?
➜ Some varieties have fragrance, though they’re grown primarily for appearance

Can ginger be used outside tropical designs?
➜ Definitely—ginger can create stunning focal points in contemporary and artistic arrangements as well

☆ One of the strongest focal flowers available
☆ Creates instant tropical character
☆ Excellent for luxury and destination-style events
☆ Delivers major impact with relatively few stems
☆ Has absolutely no interest in blending in

☆ Anthurium
☆ Orchids
☆ Bird of Paradise
☆ Monstera
☆ Dahlias
☆ Zinnias
☆ Protea

☆ The floral industry uses several different ginger species, each offering its own unique combination of size, shape, texture, and color—from bold architectural blooms to compact, textural accents

☆ Unlike many focal flowers, ginger is prized as much for its sculptural form as it is for its color, making it a favorite in tropical, contemporary, and high-end event designs

☆ Florists often pair multiple ginger varieties together, combining different forms and textures to create dramatic tropical arrangements with surprisingly few stems