The Ghent azalea, the star of houseplants
Are you looking for a houseplant that flowers prolifically and that will form a versatile addition to your interior? If so, it’s time to be inspired by the wide range of Flemish azaleas.
Did you know that 80% of Europe’s azalea output is grown in Flanders and that around 20 million azaleas are exported every year? This places Flanders firmly in the number one spot in the world ranking.
The azalea, European protected quality product
What’s more, in 2010, the Ghent azalea became the first ornamental plant product to receive the PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) quality label. Currently, 7 million plants are grown annually under this European quality label.
The varieties of azaleas
The azalea sector, in partnership with the ILVO research institute, is continually searching for new and improved varieties. The AIKO®, with its unique double flowers, which was developed in 2012, has now been joined by a sister, the TOSHI® azalea. With their distinctive single flowers, these azaleas enhance the mood in people’s homes for weeks.
Not to mention : the Hortinno® (standing for “horticulture innovation”). The Hortinno® azalea is distinguished from the regular azalea by its particularly lustrous leaf surface, unique colours, pronounced character and extended flowering periods.
For more information about the wide range of azaleas, go to www.ghentazalea.be.
