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By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD
C
olorful and exotic tropical cut flowers transport the admirer to a tropical
place with blue skies, warm sand and bright sunshine. Because of their
fascinating beauty and charm, tropical flowers hold a special place in the
hearts of people who love flowers. Tropical flowers are those that are native to tropical
locations, typically those that are located in the equatorial region, from the Tropic of Cancer on
the north, to the Tropic of Capricorn, on the south. Cut-flower producing states and countries in
the equatorial region include Hawaii, Colombia, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Mexico, Kenya, ailand,
Indonesia and New Zealand, among others.
Tropical flowers brighten the mood as well as any indoor space or garden in a distinctive way—
unlike any other flowers. You can choose varieties that complement any color scheme because the
blooms range from hot, vibrant hues, like yellow, orange and red, to cool and pastel hues, like pink,
green, purple, lavender and white.
Going Tropical
Floral design by
Lois Hiranga, AIFD,CFD
