Freesia, an elegant and fragrant bloom that enhances bouquets all year round!
Whether you’re creating a stunning bridal bouquet, adding a scented showpiece to your shop, or looking for a stylish addition to a floral arrangement – Freesia offers it all. With its refined fragrance, rich color palette, and endless versatility, this flower is a true source of inspiration.
But did you know that when sourcing Freesia, you can play with options like weight grading, top stems, and side shoots? We’ll show you how to make the most of this exceptional flower!
Freesia is a popular, fragrant flower often used in bouquets, bridal work, corsages, and other floral arrangements. It’s a delicate bloom with a pleasant scent and a wide range of vibrant colors. Originating from South Africa, Freesias have been a beloved addition to bouquets or as standalone bunches on the table for over 100 years.
These beautiful flowers are well known for their scented blooms and vivid appearance. In the floral industry, Freesias are often classified and sold based on specific weight codes and grading systems. This is essential for efficient flower trading, as it helps align expectations between growers, wholesalers, and florists.
In this article, we’ll explain everything about weight classifications and the difference between top stems (kop takken) and side shoots (haken).
Royal FloraHolland uses various weight codes to classify Freesias, helping to standardize both quantity and quality. These codes are important for trade and often influence the pricing of the flowers. The weight codes are usually expressed in grams, indicating the weight of a single stem.
The most common weight codes are as follows:
- The number of grams not only reflects the overall weight of the Freesia stem but also gives an idea of how many flowers can be expected. A bunch with a code above 20 typically includes larger blooms and thicker, heavier stems.
- Freesias with a weight over 20 grams are especially suitable for events, hotel floral arrangements, weddings, and hand-tied field bouquets. These Freesias are known as top stems (“kop takken”)—the first cut of the crop. They feature longer, fuller, and more striking flower combs, significantly enhancing the overall presentation of the Freesia.
Top stems: For a sleek, classic look
Top stems (“Koptakken”) are the straight, elegant, and heavy stems of the Freesia, packed with blooms. They’re perfect for floral designs that call for an organized, symmetrical appearance. Think business bouquets, modern arrangements, or stylish pieces with a luxurious, minimalist vibe.
Side shoots: Playful and dynamic
Side shoots (“haken”) are stems that are thinner than the top stems, as they come from the second or third cut of the Freesia plant. Often taken from lateral shoots, these stems tend to be shorter and lighter. They’re ideal for smaller arrangements or bouquets where the focus is on color, scent, and volume rather than stem size. Even as a mono bunch, they make a charming and unexpected addition to your assortment.
Because side shoots are typically shorter and smaller than top stems, they are often more affordable—yet they still deliver beautiful results in more compact floral designs.
Why Freesia?
Freesia is more than just a flower. It symbolizes refinement, purity, and trust—and it radiates those qualities effortlessly. Whether you’re crafting a traditional bouquet or exploring modern floral styles, Freesia always adds a touch of elegance and fragrance.
Pair it with other flowers for striking contrast, or let it shine on its own—the result is always impressive.
Freesia Tip!
Make a difference in your shop by inviting customers to experience the unique scent of Freesia, it’s a selling point few can resist!
Put Freesia in the spotlight! Discover how this bloom can inspire your customers. Ready to try it? Ask your supplier about top stems (kop takken), side shoots (haken), or a perfectly graded bunch. Let Freesia bloom and scent your shop—and boost your sales too!