RIO ROSES
02 RIO ROSES
FOR THE PAST THREE DECADES, EQUIFLOR, A PRIVATELY HELD COMPANY, HAS BEEN A LEADING FRESH FLOWER GROWER AND DISTRIBUTOR IN THE NORTH AMERICAN REGION. WE USE A MANUAL, ARTISAN APPROACH TO GROW OUR FLOWERS AND CAREFULLY NURTURE EACH PLANT TO BRING YOU THE HIGHEST QUALITY FLOWERS FOR EVERY OCCASION. WHAT STARTED AS A FAMILY BUSINESS IN 1986 HAS FLOURISHED INTO A HOUSEHOLD NAME, WITH OUR NATIONALLY BRANDED, FRESH-CUT “RIO ROSES” DISTRIBUTED VIA A NETWORK OF FLOWER WHOLESALERS AND DISTRIBUTORS ACROSS THE US AND CANADA.
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OUR FARMS Consistent Premium Product Year-Round. 06 OUR FARMS
Our farms are situated in the finest sub-tropical growing regions of Ecuador, Colombia, and Costa Rica. The Andean mountain range has premium climatic conditions, rich volcanic soil, and optimum light intensity, providing us with year-round flower production capability.
Every variety is different, and each should be cut at a different time to yield the best possible bloom for the end consumer.
Each stem is conveniently pre-processed with 12.5 cm of foliage stripped. EVEN STEM CUTS All stems are evenly cut at the bottom of each bunch to ensure proper hydration.
DIVERSIFIED PRODUCTION
MINIMUM HEAD/BUD SIZE STANDARDS
UNIQUE CUT STAGE PER VARIETY
FLOWER GROWERS
Each grade and variety is measured against its ideal bud size.
We focus on the most popular and in-demand varieties and color assortments each year by conducting our own internal and external research. This provides us with up-to-date information and identifies future demand trends to ensure we can supply you with optimum variety availability.
BREEDER’S CUT Rio Roses utilizes a “Breeder’s Cut” on all roses to encourage a more open and full bloom, produce a more vibrant color and enhance the flower’s overall performance.
FOLIAGE REMOVAL
08 OUR OURSTANDARDS STANDARDS In addition to inspections at the farm, the quality control specialists at our Miami distribution center check all of our incoming shipments of flowers each day to make sure that they meet our Rio standards.
BEST VALUE IN STEM LENGTH ON THE MARKET
When adding the bloom height from the top tier, on average, an additional height of 10 cm is included. Above is an example of our 50/55 cm bunch.
We measure the stem length without including the bloom height.
We use a two-tier bunching system and grade all of our roses using the bottom of the lower tier.
10 RIO STANDARD ROSES
Rio Roses are the hallmark of our company. We strive to provide premium and consistent quality year-round. Each rose is unique, providing its own exquisite beauty and fragrance. Rose colors are known for their special meanings and can symbolize love, friendship, devotion, remembrance, and much more. SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades. GRADING • Available in all colors • We guarantee a consistent, uniform cut stage, and bloom size per bunch • Strong, straight, and thick stems • Grade selection: 40 cm (5 bunches per QB and 10 bunches per HB), 50 cm - 70 cm (4 bunches per QB and 8 bunches per HB) • 25-stem bunches • Vase life: 8-12 days • Available in quarter boxes and half boxes RIO STANDARD40-70ROSESHIGH DAYS CM 10-12 8-10 DAYS 50-70 CM MEDIUMHIGH EXPLORER Huge Headed Blue Red HEARTS Dark Velvet Red HIGH7-9 DAYS 40-50 CM CHERRY O Dark Pink MEDIUM DAYS 7-9 ATTACHÉ Hot Pink MEDIUMHIGH FREEDOM Bright Velvet Red 40-70MEDIUMDAYS CM 8-10 PINK FLOYD Hot Pink 40-50MEDIUMDAYS CM 7-9 LOLA Hot Pink STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day Secondary holiday and special events, double offered based on availability ROSEBERRY Unique Dark Pink, Almost Purple 40-60HIGH CM DAYS 7-9 CORAZÓN Bright Red
12 RIO STANDARD ROSES QUEEN BERRY Bright Hot Pink 8-10 50-70 DAYS MEDIUMHIGH SOULMATE Fuchsia 8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM HIGH TOPAZ Hot Pink 40-70MEDIUM7-9 DAYS HERMOSA Light Pink 40-70HIGH8-10 CM DAYS SWEET UNIQUE Medium Pink with Dark Pink Trim MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM 8-10 DAYS CM MOTHER OF PEARL Blush Pink GERALDINE Medium Pink 40-60HIGH8-10 DAYS CM HOT PRINCESS Hot Pink MEDIUM7-9 DAYS 40-60 CM STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) SWEET MEMORY Pink 40-60 CM HIGHDAYS7-9 DAYS ROSITA VENDELA Strong Pink with a Touch of White on the Tips 50-70MEDIUM8-10 DAYS ORLANDO Bright Hot Pink 7-9 DAYS 40-60 CM MEDIUM GOTCHA Hot Pink MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 50-70 CM
Pale Pink with a Hint of Lavender MEDIUM STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) JESSIKA Light Pink HIGH8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM NENA Light Pink 9-11 DAYS 40-50 CM MEDIUMHIGH SOPHIE Blush Pink Outer Petals Brighter Pink Inner Petals MEDIUM10-12 DAYS 50-70 CM MANDALA Pink Center, Cream Outer Petals 40-60HIGH7-9 DAYS LUCIANO Light Pink MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM SWEET DOLOMITI Light Pink HIGH8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM PINK MONDIAL Blush Pink and Creamy Chartreuse 10-12 DAYS MEDIUM FRUTTETO Light Pink MEDIUM7-9 DAYS 40-70 CM Pale Pink, Livia Look-alike MEDIUM8-10 DAYS SEÑORITA Peach with Blush Center 40-70MEDIUM7-9 CM DAYS Creamy Blush Pink HIGH8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM
Creamy White 7-9 DAYS MEDIUMHIGH MONDIAL Creamy White 40-70HIGH8-10 DAYS ALBA Creamy White 8-10 40-70 DAYS CM MEDIUM POLAR STAR Polar White 40-70MEDIUM8-10 DAYS CM PROUD Pure White 40-70HIGH7-9 DAYS CM TIBET White HIGH8-10 DAYS 40-50 CM WHITE CHOCOLATE Creamy White 7-9 DAYS 50-70 CM VENDELA Champagne Ivory 40-70HIGH7-9 DAYS CM STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) PLAYA BLANCA Large Headed True White 8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM HIGH SAHARA Sand Color 7-9 DAYS 40-60 CM HIGH White MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM 14 RIO STANDARD ROSES SWEET LADY Pink with Light Cream Outer Petals 10-12 40-60 CM HIGH DAYS
LYNN White Cream MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) QUICKSAND Sandy Cream MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM BIKINI Bright Yellow HIGH8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM MOHANA Bright Yellow HIGH8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM TARA Yellow HIGH10-12 DAYS 40-60 CM HUMMER Bright Yellow 8 -10 DAYS 40-50 CM HIGH STARDUST Deep Yellow MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM LATINA Bright Yellow HIGH8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM 7-9 DAYS 40-60 CM LIGHTHOUSE Bright Yellow MEDIUM7-9 DAYS 40-70 CM MOMENTUM Yellow MEDIUM7-9 DAYS 40-60 CM BRIGHTON True Yellow MEDIUMHIGH8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM
16 RIO STANDARD ROSES FREE SPIRIT Orange with Hot Pink Edges 40-50HIGH9-11 DAYS CM HIGH INTENZE Bright Fluorescent Orange with Dark Orange Flex 50-70HIGH8-10 DAYS CM SANTANA Dark Orange 40-70 CM 8-10 DAYS HIGH8-10 DAYS HIGH Dark Orange 8-10 DAYS MEDIUM LA PARISIENNE Peach MEDIUM7-9 DAYS 40-70 CM CARPE DIEM Peachy Pink with Ruffled Edges MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) DEJA VU Bi-Color Yellow with Pink Edges 7-9 DAYS 50-70 CM MEDIUM TIFFANY Pale Peach MEDIUM8-10 DAYS TROPIC CRUSH Pale Orange 7-9 DAYS 40-60 CM HIGH IMPACT Dark Yellow MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM
ENGAGEMENT Medium Pink 8-10 DAYS 50-70 CM MEDIUM 7-9 DAYS HIGH Coral/Salmon/Pink HIGH8-10 DAYS 40-60 STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) CORAL REEF Pale Fruity Peach/Coral 8-10 DAYS 50-60 CM HIGH HIGH & BOOMING Coral 50-70 CM HIGH7-9 DAYS MOVIE STAR Bright Coral with Enhanced Pink Hue 7-9 DAYS50-70HIGH MENTA Very Light Lavender MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-60 CM EARLY GREY Cream with Cool Grey Center MEDIUM7-9 DAYS 40-60 CM MEDIUM BE SWEET Light Pink 7-9 40-70 CM HIGH DAYS PINK SAND Light Peach Outer Petals with Pink Center 7-9 50-70 DAYS CM HIGH OCEAN SONG Soft Light Lavender 7-9 DAYS MEDIUM
18 RIO STANDARD ROSES DEEP PURPLE Lavender 40-70MEDIUM8-10 DAYS CM COOL WATER Medium Lavender MEDIUM8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM BLUEBERRY Dark Lavender 40-60MEDIUMDAYS CM 8-10 JADE Key/Lime Green Petals 7-9 DAYS 40-70 CM MEDIUM LEMONADE Lime Green 50-70 CM 8-10 DAYS HIGH 3D Bi-Color Orange / Yellow and Red 8-10 50-70 DAYS CM HIGH Buttery Cream Center with Coral Edges 8-10 DAYS 40-70 CM MEDIUMHIGH SWEETNESS White with a Dark Pink Edge 40-70CM 8-10 DAYS MEDIUM STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) BLUSH White with Red Petal Margins 7-9 50-70 DAYS CM MEDIUMHIGH 8-10 DAYS 50-60 CM Lavender with Darker Outside Petals 10-12 DAYS MEDIUMHIGH AVANT GARDE Lavender 7-9 40-60 DAYS CM MEDIUM
ESPERANCE Strawberry and Cream 40-70HIGH CM 9-11 DAYS MALIBU Dark Pink with Cream Outer Petals 60-70HIGH8-10 DAYS HIGH YELLOW FLAME Yellow with Red Flecks on Petal Margins 7-9 40-70 DAYS HIGH CHERRY BRANDY Bi-Color Orange/ Yellow and Red 50-70 CM MEDIUMDAYS7-9 DAYS STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) HIGH 8-10 DAYS MEDIUMHIGH RAINBOW Rainbow Tinted 7-9 DAYS 50-60 CM HIGH SILANTOI Bi-Color Orange with Yellow Center 7-9 40-70 DAYS HIGH
20 RIO GARDEN ROSES
Although just as timeless and beautiful as the traditional rose, what sets a garden rose apart is its bloom shape, scent, and high petal count. Compared to the traditional rose, with its characteristic bloom shape, the cup of a garden rose is much wider and brimming with petals. RIO GARDEN ROSES GARDEN SPIRITHIGH40-60DAYS CM 8-10 PeachCream 50-70HIGHDAYS CM 7-9 STEM LENGTH(CM)VASE(DAYS)LIFEPETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH) GRADING • Available varieties: White O’Hara, Moonstone, Garden Spirit, Pink O’Hara, Shimmer, and Kahala • Pink O’Hara and White O’Hara grade selection: 40 cm - 60 cm (Five 12-stem bunches per QB) • Moonstone and Garden Spirit grade selection: 40 cm - 60 cm (Six 12-stem bunches per QB) • Kahala and Shimmer grade selection: 40 cm - 60 cm (Four 25-stem bunches per QB) • Vase life: 7-9 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day Secondary holiday and special events, double offered based on availability SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.
22 RIO SPRAY ROSES
SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades. BABYYELLOWSNOWFLAKEILSEBABERIOSPRAY ROSES Our Baby Rio Spray Roses are distinctive because they are non-disbudded, which gives each of our bunches more volume, bigger blooms, and a higher perceived value. WHITE MAJOLIKA PORCELINA PINKCHABLISMAJOLIKASWEET SENSATION RED MIKADO ORANGE BABE LOVELY LYDIA BLUE MOON GRADING • Cut when the bud begins to crack for maximum bloom development, color intensity, and head size • Double the bloom count, with over 40 blooms per bunch • Long laterals provide more design value • Grade selection: 40 cm, 50 cm, 60 cm • Best varieties per color • Vase life: 8-10 days • Available in quarter boxes (8-10 bunches) Double up available on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day BEST IN CLASS 2021 SAF VarietiesOutstandingWinner BEST IN CLASS 2020 SAF VarietiesOutstandingWinnerPROFLORAAwardWinner
24 RIO CARNATIONS We offer different packs based on different grades. RIOSIZEOPEN CUT MOONLIGHTCARNATIONSFARIDAILLUSION
KINO Rio Carnations are recognized as having the longest vase life in the industry. Rio offers over 50 varieties in solid, novelty, assorted, custom pack, and antique mix in Standard, Fancy, and Select grades. GRADING Large flowers, “Open Cut” ready for immediate conditioning and use Consistent flower size and cut stage in each bunch Strong, straight, thick stems for quality and easy designing 25-stem bunches Grade selection: Standard 55 cm (7 bunches per QB and 16 bunches per HB), Fancy 65 cm (7 bunches per QB and 14 bunches per HB) and Select 70 cm (6 bunches per QB and 12 bunches per HB) Available in quarter boxes and half boxes VORAGINE YELLOW HERMES ORANGE HERMES DON PEDROMANDALAYHYPNOSIS POLIMNIA GOLEMZURIGO ANTIGUA ANTIQUE Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day Secondary holiday and special events, double offered based on availability PEPPERMINT
26 RIO DELPHINIUM
Rio is proud to be the largest grower of delphinium in Ecuador. Rio Delphinium is unique, with vibrant colors and incredibly long vase life due to special microclimate conditions. Our delphinium is greenhouse-grown for superior quality. We offer different packs based on different grades. GRADING Available in dark blue, sky blue, and white 30+ florets per stem 10-stem bunches Grade selection: 60 cm (12 bunches per QB), 70 cm (12 bunches per QB), 80 cm (8 bunches per QB), and 90 cm (8 bunches per QB) Vase life: 10–12 days Available in quarter boxes No double up for holidays SIZE SKY BLUEDARK BLUE WHITE RIO DELPHINIUM
28 RIO RANUNCULUS
Rio Ranunculus have the thickest and consistently longest stems in the industry. We grow these beautiful flowers on our farm in Ecuador year-round and carry a huge range of colors, suitable for any occasion. Rio specializes in offering Fancy, Select, and Super Select grades. SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. GRADING • Vibrant color assortment: purple, red, hot pink, pink, light pink, peach, orange, yellow, and white • Grade selection: Fancy 30-35 cm, Select 40-45 cm and Super Select 50 cm and over • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) RIO RANUNCULUSPURPLEPINKORANGE LIGHTREDPINKYELLOW HOTPEACHPINKWHITE Double up available on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
RIO CHRYSANTHEMUM POMPONS Rio Poms are available in a wide range of colors and types, including daisy, cushion, button, and novelty. We offer top-selling varieties of the newest and best selected Pompon varieties. Availability includes Dutch varieties, Reagan’s, Atlantis, and Button families. GRADING • Available in all colors and tinted colors • Available in Premium grade and Select grade • Premium grade: 7-9 stems per bunch, 5-7 usable blooms per stem, minimum of 35 usable blooms per bunch, 12 bunches per QB and 24 bunches per HB • Select grade: 6 stems per bunch, 5-7 usable blooms per stem, minimum of 30 usable blooms per bunch, 14 bunches per QB and 28 bunches per HB • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes and half boxes SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades. Double up availability on Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and SecondaryChristmasholidays and special events, double offered based on availabilityDAISY CUSHION NOVELTY BUTTON 30 RIO CHRYSANTHEMUM SPRAYS
GRADING • Available in many colors • Strong, straight, and thick stems • Deep green, lush foliage • 7–8 inches across the blooms when open • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) and half boxes (20 bunches) Rio Chrysanthemums are one of the top-selling Mums in the industry. We take a great deal of pride in our specifications. Each bloom is packed individually in a net for protection. All assortments are packed seasonally and contain four to six colors. SAFFINA REDANASTASIAWHITE ANASTASIASUNNY MAGNUMDARKANASTASIAGREEN ANASTASIAPURPLE ANASTASIAPINK RIO SINGLE STEM CHRYSANTHEMUMS GRADING • Available colors: white, yellow, bronze, pink, purple, and green • Grade selection: 70 cm • 5-stem bunches • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes (12 bunches) SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the length.stem PALADOVBRONZE PALADOV LORAXPINK ARAGONPURPLE WHITE GREEN RIO CHRYSANTHEMUM DISBUDS 31 RIO CHRYSANTHEMUM DISBUD BUTTONS Double up availability on Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and Christmas only for single stem chrysanthemums Secondary holidays and special events, double offered based on availability only for single stem chrysanthemums
32 RIO ALSTROEMERIA
Rio Alstroemerias are small trumpet-shaped flowers available in over 30 varieties. The petals are bi-colored, freckled, or streaked, with multiple flowers on each stem, Rio Alstroemerias are perfect for bud vases and large arrangements. SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades. RIOROSITAWHISTLERALSTROEMERIADSHIMALAYANADYA ANGELINADUBAI SHAKIRAYELLOW SWAN STRATOS PRIMADONNAJAFFAGALAXY MERMAIDLEBLONNAPOLI ASSORTMENTS Color breakdown (all grades): • White 3-4, Red 2-3, Bi-Color 2-3, Orange-Peach 1-2, Yellow 2, Pink 2-3, Lilac/Lavender 2-3 No double up for holidays GRADING • Available in all colors • Strong, straight, and thick stems • Deep green, lush foliage • Super Select: 5+ blooms per stem (9 bunches per QB and 18 bunches per HB) • Select: 4+ blooms per stem (11 bunches per QB and 22 bunches per HB) • Fancy: 3+ blooms per stem (13 bunches per QB and 26 bunches per HB) • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 10–12 days • Available in half boxes and quarter boxes DISBUDDED ALSTROEMERIA VARIETIES • Purple: Galaxy, Olympia, Napoli • Red: Angelina, Nadya • Yellow: Jamaica, Bella Star, Shakira, Leblon, Yellow Swan • Orange: Orange Queen, Tampa, Jaffa, Zanzibar • Cream: Amazone • White: Fuji, Himalaya, Whistler • Pink: Primadonna, Modena, Coco, Dubai, Mermaid • Hot Pink: Bordeaux, Rosita DS, Navarro, Amposta • Bi-Color: Balance (white/pink), Rebecca (white/pink), Pumori (pink/white), Picanto (pink/white) • Lavender: Stratos
GRADING • Available varieties: Litouwen, Parrano, Indian Summerset, Lexington, Arbatax, Dynamix, Eremo, Tresor, and Nashville • Grade selection: 75 cm • 3-5 Blooms per stem • Bloom sizes: 6.5-9 cm in diameter on average • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 6-8 days • Available in quarter boxes (8 bunches) RIO LILIES34 RIO LILIES LITOUWEN SUMMERSETINDIANPARRANO RIO LA HYBRID LILIESARBATAX DYNAMIXLEXINGTON NASHVILLETRESOREREMO
GRADING • Available varieties: Santander, Nova Zembla, Tiber, Table Dance, Amarossi, Bacardi, Tarrango, Corcovado, Serrano, and Belleville • 3-5 Blooms per stem • Grade selection: 75 cm • Bloom sizes: pink varieties have bloom sizes from 9.5-12.5 cm in diameter and white varieties have bloom sizes from 11 cm to 13 cm in diameter • Big size blooms and sturdy long stems • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 8-10 days • Available in quarter boxes (8 bunches) GRADING • Available varieties: Carolina and Natalia • 3-5 Blooms per stem • Grade selection: 70 cm • 5 stem bunches • Vase life: 8-10 days • Available in quarter boxes (8 bunches) Rio grows several types of premium Lilies from Costa Rica. Our farms are located in the tropical lands of this rich country, with a unique blend of climatic regions that provide us the optimum natural conditions for growing an extensive range of highland flowers. Rio carries Rose Lilies, Oriental Lilies, and LA Hybrid Lilies in different varieties, colors, and grades. RIO ORIENTAL LILIES SANTANDER NOVA ZEMBLA TABLE DANCETIBER AMAROSSI CAROLINA NATALIA RIO ROSE LILIES We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. SIZE TARRANGOBACARDI CORCOVADO SERRANO BELLEVILLE
Rio Lisianthus are long-lasting bell-shaped flowers with delicate petals and oval leaves. We offer them in many colors, from delicate whites and pinks to greens, lavenders, and deep purples. We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. SIZEWHITE CREAM RIOGREENLISIANTHUS 36 RIO LISIANTHUS PURPLE BI-COLOR PINK GRADING Available in 6 colors: white, pink, cream, green, purple, and bi-color Grade selection: Super Select 70 cm long Bloom Size 5+ cm 3-5 fully open blooms upon arrival Packed in 10-stem bunches Long lasting vase life of 10-14 days Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day
We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. GRADING Available in white, cream, yellow, peach, light pink, pink, lavender, purple, dark purple, and hot pink Grade selection: 60 cm and 70 cm 10-stem bunches Vase life: 7-8 days Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s DayRIOSIZEWHITESTOCK PURPLE CREAM YELLOW PURPLEDARK PINKHOTPINK PEACH LIGHTPINK LAVENDER RIO STOCK 37 Rio Stock produces long-lasting double blooms with a spice long scent. Our vast array of colors come in solids or assorted packs for your special needs.
Rio offers different varieties of gypsophila such as Million Stars, and Xlence. Each variety follows specific grading specifications. XLENCE Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day Secondary holidays and special events, double offered based on GRADINGavailability Large bloom and long, sturdy laterals Bloom size averages 9-11 mm 80 % open cut Weight: 250 grams 70 cm in stem length 7-10 stems per bunch Vase life: 10-12 days Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) and half boxes (20 bunches) RIO GYPSOPHILAMILLION STARS 38 RIO GYPSOPHILA GRADING Long, sturdy laterals Full florets in a cluster 75% open cut Weight: 250 grams 70 cm in stem length Vase life: 10–12 days 7-10 stems per bunch Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) and half boxes (20 bunches) We offer different packs based on different grades. SIZE
Rio Anemones are unique novelty flowers with vibrant and delicate, hardy blooms. Our vast array of colors come in solids or assorted packs for your special needs. We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. GRADING Vibrant color assortment: white, red, hot pink, blue, and bordeaux with a black center Grade selection: 30 cm, 35 cm, and 40 cm 10-stem bunches Vase life: 7-9 days Available in quarter boxes (16 bunches) Available year-round SIZE RIO ANEMONES BORDEAUXBLUE HOT PINKRED WHITE RIO ANEMONES 39 Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day
Rio Open-cut Callas are ideal for line emphasizing techniques and can be woven into interesting designs that make for drama and excitement. RIO CALLA LILIESGRADING • Open cut • Grade selection: Super Select 70 cm • Individually sleeved to protect the flower • Vase life: 7–9 days • Available in quarter boxes (18 stems) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day RIO CALLA LILY BOUQUETS Rio offers five-stem Calla Lily Bouquets with five long stems of our super select white calla. Each bouquet includes five open-cut blooms and an additional stem of a calla lily leaf. Rio Sunflowers are a great focal flower for arrangements and bouquets and can be used year-round. Rio carries the Vincent Choice variety. GRADING • Mini-grade center are 1-2 cm in diameter • Medium-grade centers are 3–4 cm in diameter • Large-grade centers are 5 cm or greater in diameter • Mini-grade quarter boxes include 20 bunches and 100 stems • Medium-grade quarter boxes include12 bunches and 60 stems • Large-grade quarter boxes include 12 bunches and 60 stems • Vase life: 7–9 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day LARGE MEDIUM RIOMINISUNFLOWERSSIZE We offer different packs based on different grades. SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. 40 RIO CALLA LILIES / SUNFLOWERS GRADING • 5 stem Calla Bouquet with natural foliage • Open cut • 40 callas per box • Vase life: 7–9 days • Available in half boxes (8 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day
GRADING • Available in light pink, cream, purple, white, lavender, and blue • Super Statice is available in 470+ grams per bunch • Select is available in 300+ grams per bunch • Minimum 4 long laterals per stem • Grade selection: 60 cm (12 bunches per QB) and 70 cm (10 bunches per QB) • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.LAVENDERPURPLE CREAMLIGHT PINK WHITEBLUE Rio offers different varieties of Aster such as Symphony, Solidago, Golden Glory, and Purple Monarch. RIO ASTER GRADING • Hundreds of small flowers arranged along laterals • 300-gram bunch minimum • Bloom cut: 40% open • Grade selection: 70 cm • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) and half boxes (20 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.CARNIVALGOLDENGLORY SUNSPRINGSYMPHONY SOLIDAGOMONARCHPURPLE RIO STATICE Our Rio Tissue Culture Statice includes a minimum of four laterals per stem. Stems are a minimum of 60 cm from the top of the flower to the bottom of the stem. RIO ASTER / STATICE 41
RIO HYPERICUM Rio specializes in offering the Magical Series in multiple colors. This ex ceptional selection has very large berries and a vase life of up to 12 days. GRADING • Available in white, pink, peach, green, red, and burgundy • Foliage removed from bottom of each bunch • Berry quantity and size vary by variety • Grade selection: 70 cm (12 bunches per QB) and 80 cm (10 bunches per QB) • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 10–12 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.MAGICALTRIUMPHREDPEACH PINKWHITE MIDNIGHTMAGICALMAGICALVICTORYGREEN Rio offers different varieties of Limonium such as Blue Stream, Misty Blue, and Misty White. GRADING • “Open Cut’ ready for immediate use • Packed in nets to avoid moisture build up and odor • 300 grams per bunch • Grade selection: 80 cm • Vase life: 10 – 12 days • Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) and half boxes (20 bunches) No double up for holidays RIO SIZESTREAMBLUELIMONIUMMISTYBLUEMISTYWHITE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. 42 RIO HYPERICUM / LIMONIUM
RIO SCOOP SCABIOSA / HYDRANGEAS 43 Rio carries a range of hydrangeas in soft colors and different sizes. Each bloom carries natural foliage that adds a full yet elegant look to any arrangement. BLUE WHITE RIORIOGREENMINIHYDRANGEASSCOOPSCABIOSA Rio Scabiosa comes in eight different colors and is a perfect addition to any flower arrangement. Their heads take on a distinctive button-like appearance that can grow up to three inches in diameter. GRADING • Available varieties: Milky, Lavender, Cotton Candy, Marshmallow, Strawberry, Raspberry, Red Velvet, and Blackberry • Grade selection: 60 cm and 70 cm • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 5-6 days • Available in quarter boxes (15 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the grade. SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades. MILKY BERRYRASP COTTONCANDY LAVENDERMALLOWMARSH VELVETSTRAWBERRYRED BERRYBLACK GRADING • Available in blue, white, and mini green • Select grade: 6-inch blooms and 26 stems per QB • Mini grade: 4-inch blooms and 30 stems per QB • Open cut, except Mini Green is cut tight for color • Strong stems • Vase life: 10–12 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day Secondary holidays and special events, double offered based on availability
Rio Liatris flowers open and mature from the top of the spike downward. These long-lasting cut flowers are excellent accents for any arrangement. RIO LIATRIS GRADING • Tiny purple flowers form a tall narrow spike – the ultimate ‘line’ flower • Thick, straight stems • Grade selection: 70 cm (15 bunches per QB) 80 cm (15 bunches per QB), and 90 cm (12 bunches per QB) • Vase life: 10–12 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s DayRIOLIATRISSTAR OF BETHLEHEM SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades. Rio Star of Bethlehem are bulbous perennials with clusters of typically star-shaped white flowers. They stand out as a cut flower due to their real lasting power. GRADING • 3.5’-inch bloom • Grade Selection: Super Select 60 cm • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 1-2 weeks • Available in quarter boxes (15 bunches) STAR SIZEBETHLEHEMOF We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. 44 RIO STAR OF BETHLEHEM / LIATRIS
Rio specializes in offering the Crane series in multiple colors. RIO ORGANIC ORNAMENTAL KALE PAINTEDGREENNATURALYELLOW PAINTEDSILVERLAVENDERPAINTEDREDRio offers yellow and painted Craspedia in solids and assorted packs. RIO CRASPEDIA GRADING • Available in yellow and in 14 different painted colors • Grade selection: 70 cm and 80 cm • Flower size: 3 cm • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 15-20 days • Available in quarter boxes (15 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day GRADING Available colors: white, green, lavender, purple, hot pink, cream, and Gradeassortedselection: 40 cm, 45 cm, 50 cm, and 55 cm 40 stems per box Long, straight stems Vase life: 8–10 days Available in quarter boxes (8 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. RIO KALE / CRASPEDIA 45
Rio carries Bells of Ireland that are greenhouse-grown for superior quality. Rio Green Trix is part of the Dianthus family and is a great focal flower for any type of arrangement. 46 RIO GREEN TRIX / BELLS OF IRELAND RIO GREEN TRIX We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. SIZE GRADING Vibrant, full blooms Grades selection: 40 cm, 50 cm, and 55 10-stemcmbunches (100 stems in Vasetotal)life: 8–10 days Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day RIO BELLS OF IRELAND We offer different packs based on different grades. SIZE GRADING 10-stem bunches Slightly scented Grade selection: 70 cm (15 bunches per QB), 80 cm (15 bunches per QB), and 90 cm (12 bunches per QB) Vase life: 12–14 days Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day GREEN TRIX BELLS IRELANDOF
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RIO DUSTY MILLER RIO ERYNGIUM We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length. We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.SIZESIZE GRADINGGRADING
Dusty miller is an attractive, silvery plant that can serve as a stunner or offer a more subtle bit of color to any arrangement.
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Grade selection: 30cm, 35 cm, 40 cm, 45 cm, 50 cm, 55 cm and 60 cm bunches for 30 cm to 45 cm grades 8 bunches for 45 cm to 60 cm grades bunches life: 7-9 days in quarter boxes and eight up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day in Super Select Select
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Rio Eryngium is a perennial herb with leathery and spiny leaves. Rio offers different varieties of eryngium such as Blue Lagoon and Arabian Dawn.
Select grade includes 12 bunches with 120 stems per QB Select grade includes 15 bunches with 150 stems per QB life: 10–14 days in quarter boxes up availability on Valentine’s and Mother’s Day
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