Takii Seed christens Lisianthus ‘Corelli Delft Blue’ at IPM Essen

Newcomer ‘Corelli Delft Blue’ was christened on the stand of plant breeder Takii Seed on the first day of IPM Essen in Germany. This Lisianthus variety is being grown by Montana Lisianthus, and is distinguished by the colour palette of its double-flowered, double-fringed flowers and its outstanding vase life. Corelli Delft Blue derives its name from the iconic hand-painted earthenware from Delft. Corelli Delft Blue is exclusively available at FleuraMetz for florists this week, and from week 6 this novelty will be freely available from Montana Lisianthus.

Distinctive colour palette
Just like the hand-finished Delft earthenware, Corelli Delft Blue can also be identified by its colour palette. Each flower is distinctive, according to product and account manager Hendri Veurink from Takii Europe: “Every flower has different markings, as if it’s been painted by hand. That makes every flower unique. I would like to highlight that playful character as a remarkable quality of this new product.”

Corelli Delft Blue is available exclusively from Frank and Corine van Holst at Montana Lisianthus. Corine says: “The possibilities are limitless with Corelli Delft Blue, and you can use them to make adventurous creations. Corelli Delft Blue’s unusual colour palette enriches our range.”

Alison Bradley, managing director of Floral Fundamentals and Fusion Flowers Magazine, was asked by Montana and Takii Seed to christen the Corelli Delft Blue at the IPM Essen. Following the naming, the invited guests toasted this colourful novelty.

Availability
The first shipments of Corelli Delft Blue will be exclusively available to florists at FleuraMetz over the coming week. From week 6 this new variety will be freely available through Montana Lisianthus’ usual channels. To celebrate the launch of Corelli Delft Blue, FleuraMetz is organising a fun competition for florists. They’re being challenged to produce a surprising creation using Corelli Delft Blue. The participants with the finest creations will vie for the main prize: a two-day Delft Blue Experience. Original Royal Delft Blue vases and several bunches of Corelli Delft Blue will be awarded to other entrants. This competition is being organised with participation by FleuraMetz, Takii Seed, Montana and Royal Delft.

For more information:
Takii Europe
Hoofdweg 19
1424 PC De Kwakel
The Netherlands
Tel.: +31(0) 297 500 758
tku@takii.eu
www.takii.eu