{"product_id":"carthamus-10-stems","title":"Carthamus - ORANGE - British 60cm - (10 stems)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIgnite your seasonal arrangements with the fiery, rustic charm of our British-grown Orange Carthamus, locally cultivated with pride in the fertile soils of Cambridgeshire.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eCommonly known to florists as \"Safflower\" or \"False Saffron,\" \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003eCarthamus tinctorius\u003c\/i\u003e is a spectacular architectural bloom highly prized for its rich, tactile texture and striking colour contrast. Each sturdy stem features tight, globe-like green thistles from which tufts of vivid, electric-orange petals explosively pop out. It is an exceptional design asset for injecting an organic, wildflower edge or a bold, fiery accent into late summer and autumn styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eBecause it is grown locally in Cambridgeshire, these wholesale bundles cut out international air miles entirely, arriving at your studio remarkably fresh, firm, and full of life. It serves as a natural, highly compatible companion to British sunflowers, dark dahlias, and textured seed heads—making it an absolute staple for rustic barn weddings, harvest festival installations, and warm, golden-hour hand-ties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eAt British Flowers Direct, we are dedicated to connecting you directly with passionate British growers, ensuring you receive honest, sustainable stems that are as kind to the planet as they are beautiful in the vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTop Tips for Carthamus Conditioning:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCarthamus stems are exceptionally hardy and reliable. Upon arrival, strip away any lower foliage that might sit below the waterline (and trim away excess upper leaves to let the fiery orange globes truly stand out). Give the stems a clean diagonal cut and place them into deep, fresh water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBonus Florist Tip:\u003c\/i\u003e Carthamus is a legendary everlasting flower that dries completely flawlessly! To preserve them, simply hang the stems upside down in a dark, warm, and well-ventilated room. They will lock in their structural thistle shape and bright orange intensity permanently, providing you with a premium, zero-waste ingredient for autumn wreaths, dried dried bouquets, and winter crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlorist Fast Facts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\"\u003eCarthamus Tinctorius (Safflower \/ False Saffron)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColour\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\"\u003eVivid electric orange emerging from deep green globes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,1,0\"\u003e10 stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlower Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\"\u003eHighly textured, thistle-like branching stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003eLocally grown in Cambridgeshire, UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeasonality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\"\u003eLate British summer and autumn highlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest Use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,1,0\"\u003ePairing with sunflowers, rustic event styling, autumn hand-ties, and dried floral installations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVase Life\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,1,0\"\u003eExcellent (7–12 days fresh, or indefinitely when dried)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,1,0\"\u003e100% British-grown filler and accent flower that dries perfectly to support zero-waste floristry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Hannah's Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43165025599742,"sku":"CRT-10","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/6658\/2678\/products\/arthamus-orange-safflower-uk-grown-10-stems.jpg?v=1782731039","url":"https:\/\/www.britishflowersdirect.com\/products\/carthamus-10-stems","provider":"British Flowers direct by Evolve Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}