A member of the Rubiaceae family, Bouvardia is named for Dr. Charles Bouvard, a former superintendent of the Jardin du Roi in Paris and a physician to Louis XIII. Bouvardias until only recently were not common flowers. Now, however, they are a florist’s favourite and are frequently used in bouquets as a very strong accent flower. If you study them closely, you find loose clusters of tubular starlet flowers fringed with leaves and carried on tall stalks.

Flower Availability

All year round

Vase life of around 7-10 days

Care and Handling

Sensitive to cold temperatures, Do not store below 45 F. Cut the stems at a slant with a sharp knife and don't forget to use the flower food usually provided. They are particularly prone to water loss and should not be left out of water. Fertilize monthly using a water soluble fertilizer plant food.