PA G E N A M E 1
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 .
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OUR FARMS
06
OUR STANDARDS
08
RIO STANDARD ROSES
10
RIO GARDEN ROSES
20
RIO SPRAY ROSES
22
RIO CARNATIONS
24
RIO DELPHINIUM
26
RIO RANUNCULUS
28
RIO CHRYSANTHEMUM SPRAYS/DISBUDS
30
RIO ALSTROEMERIA
32
RIO LILIES
34
RIO GYPSOPHILA
36
RIO ANEMONES
37
RIO LISIANTHUS
38
RIO STOCK
39
RIO CALLA LILIES
40
RIO SUNFLOWERS
41
RIO HYPERICUM
42
RIO SCOOP SCABIOSA
43
RIO LIMONIUM / HYDRANGEAS
44
RIO ASTER / STATICE
45
RIO STAR OF BETHLEHEM / LIATRIS
46
RIO KALE / CRASPEDIA
47
RIO GREEN TRIX / BELLS OF IRELAND
48
RIO ERYNGIUM / DUSTY MILLER
49
06 OUR FARMS
OUR FARMS Consistent Premium Product Year-Round.
FLOWER GROWERS Our farms are situated in the f inest 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.
DIVERSIFIED PRODUCTION 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-todate information and identif ies 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.
UNIQUE CUT STAGE PER VARIETY Every variety is different, and each should be cut at a different time to yield the best possible bloom for the end consumer.
MINIMUM HEAD/BUD SIZE STANDARDS Each grade and variety is measured against its ideal bud size.
FOLIAGE REMOVAL 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.
08 OUR STANDARDS
O U R STA N DA R D S 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 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.
When adding the bloom height f rom the top tier, on average, an additional height of 10 cm is included.
Above is an example of our 50/55 cm bunch.
10 RIO STANDARD ROSES
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 f ragrance. Rose colors are known for their special meanings and can symbolize love, f riendship, devotion, remembrance, and much more.
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
8-10
HIGH
9-11
7-9
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-70
50-70
40-60
CM
CM
CM
EXPLORER
FREEDOM
HEARTS
Huge Headed Blue Red
Bright Velvet Red
Dark Velvet Red
HIGH
MEDIUM
HIGH
7-9
7-9
7-9
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
40-50
40-50
CM
CM
CM
ROSEBERRY
CHERRY O
LOLA
Unique Dark Pink, Almost Purple
Dark Pink
Hot Pink
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
8-10
MEDIUM
8-10
DAYS
8-10
DAYS
50-70
DAYS
50-70
CM
40-70
CM
CM
GOTCHA
FULL MONTY
PINK FLOYD
Hot Pink
Hot Pink
Hot Pink
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 Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day Secondary holiday and special events, double offered based on availability PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
12 RIO STANDARD ROSES
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
7-9
MEDIUM
7-9
8-10 DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
50-70
HOT PRINCESS
QUEEN BERRY
TOPAZ
Hot Pink
Bright Hot Pink
Hot Pink
40-70
CM
CM
CM
HIGH
MEDIUM
HIGH
8-10
7-9
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-70 CM
50-70
40-70
CM
CM
HOTSPOT
ATTACHÉ
SOULMATE
Hot Pink
Hot Pink
Fuchsia
HIGH
MEDIUM
HIGH
8-10
7-9
DAYS DAYS
DAYS DAYS
40-50
7-9 DAYS
40-60 CM
40-60
CM
CM
V.I. PINK
SWEET MEMORY
ORLANDO
Pink
Pink
Bright Hot Pink
HIGH
HIGH
8-10
8-10
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
40-70
40-60
CM
HERMOSA
MEDIUM
CM
DAYS
40-70 CM
GERALDINE
SWEET UNIQUE
Medium Pink
Medium Pink with Dark Pink Trim
Light Pink
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
8-10
MEDIUM
7-9
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
50-70 CM
40-70 CM
CM
ROSITA VENDELA
MOTHER OF PEARL
FAITH
Strong Pink with a Touch of White on the Tips
Blush Pink
Pale Pink with a Hint of Lavender
MEDIUM HIGH
HIGH
8-10
HIGH
9-11
DAYS
7-9
DAYS
40-70
DAYS
40-50
CM
40-60
CM
CM
JESSIKA
NENA
MANDALA
Light Pink
Light Pink
Pink Center, Cream Outer Petals
HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
10-12
8-10
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
40-60
50-70
CM
CM
CM
SOPHIE
LUCIANO
SWEET DOLOMITI
Blush Pink Outer Petals Brighter Pink Inner Petals
Light Pink
Light Pink
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
7-9
MEDIUM
8-10
DAYS
10-12
DAYS
40-70
40-60
CM
CM
FRUTTETO
ABSOLUT IN PINK
Light Pink
Light Pink
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
DAYS
40-70 CM
PINK MONDIAL Blush Pink and Creamy Chartreuse
STEM LENGTH (CM)
14 RIO STANDARD ROSES
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
8-10
HIGH
7-9
DAYS
8-10
DAYS
50-70
DAYS
40-60
40-70
CM
CM
CM
TITANIC
SEÑORITA
MARZIPAN
Pale Pink, Livia Look-alike
Peach with Blush Center
Creamy Blush Pink
HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
10-12 DAYS
40-60
8-10
7-9
DAYS
DAYS
40-70
40-70
CM
CM
CM
SWEET LADY
Pink with Light Cream Outer Petals
ALBA
BLIZZARD
Creamy White
Creamy White
HIGH
MEDIUM
HIGH
8-10
8-10
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-70
40-70
40-70
CM
CM
CM
MONDIAL
POLAR STAR
PLAYA BLANCA
Creamy White
Polar White
Large Headed True White
MEDIUM
HIGH
7-9
HIGH
8-10
8-10 DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-50
40-60
40-70
CM
CM
CM
PROUD
SNOWBLISS
TIBET
Pure White
White
White
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
7-9
7-9
7-9 DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
50-70
40-60
40-70
CM
CM
CM
WHITE CHOCOLATE
VENDELA
SAHARA
Creamy White
Champagne Ivory
Sand Color
MEDIUM
HIGH
MEDIUM
8 -10
8-10
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
40-60
40-70
CM
CM
CM
LYN N
QUICKSAND
BIKINI
White Cream
Sandy Cream
Bright Yellow
MEDIUM
HIGH
HIGH
8-10
8-10
8 -10
DAYS
DAYS
40-70
DAYS
40-50
CM
40-60
CM
CM
STARDUST
HUMMER
MOHANA
Deep Yellow
Bright Yellow
Bright Yellow
HIGH
HIGH
10-12
MEDIUM
7-9
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
40-60
40-70
CM
CM
CM
TARA
LATINA
YELLOW KING
Yellow
Bright Yellow
Yellow
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
16 RIO STANDARD ROSES
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
7-9 DAYS
7-9
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
40-70
40-60
40-70
CM
CM
CM
MOMENTUM
LIGHTHOUSE
BRIGHTON
Yellow
Bright Yellow
True Yellow
MEDIUM
HIGH
MEDIUM
8-10
7-9
7-9
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
40-60
50-70
CM
CM
CM
IMPACT
DEJA VU
TROPIC CRUSH
Dark Yellow
Bi-Color Yellow with Pink Edges
Pale Orange
HIGH
HIGH
8-10 DAYS
HIGH
8-10
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
40-50
50-70
CM
CM
ORANGE CRUSH Deep Orange
CM
PAPAYA
HIGH INTENZE
Vibrant Orange Hue with Hints of Yellow and Peach
Bright Fluorescent Orange with Dark Orange Flex
HIGH
MEDIUM
HIGH
8-10
8-10
9-11 DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-50
50-70
40-70 CM
CM
CM
FREE SPIRIT
SANTANA
NINA
Orange with Hot Pink Edges
Dark Orange
Dark Orange
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
7-9
8-10
DAYS
8-10
DAYS
40-70
DAYS
40-70
CM
40-70
CM
CM
LA PARISIENNE
CARPE DIEM
TIFFANY
Peach
Peachy Pink with Ruffled Edges
Pale Peach
HIGH
MEDIUM
HIGH
7-9
8-10
7-9
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
50-70
40-70
50-70
CM
CM
CM
PINK SAND
BE SWEET
ENGAGEMENT
Light Peach Outer Petals with Pink Center
Light Pink
Medium Pink
HIGH
HIGH
8-10
HIGH
8-10
DAYS
7-9 DAYS
DAYS
50-60
50-70
40-60
CM
CM
CM
CORAL REEF
AMSTERDAM
MOVIE STAR
Pale Fruity Peach/Coral
Coral/Salmon/Pink
Bright Coral with Enhanced Pink Hue
HIGH
HIGH
MEDIUM
7-9
7-9
8-10 DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
50-70
40-60
40-60
CM
CM
CM
HIGH & BOOMING
E A R LY G R E Y
STAR PLATINUM
Coral
Cream with Cool Grey Center
Lavender
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
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MEDIUM
MEDIUM
7-9
MEDIUM
7-9
DAYS
7-9
DAYS
DAYS
40-50
40-60
40-60
CM
CM
CM
MANHATTAN BLUE
OCEAN SONG
Lavender
Soft Light Lavender
AVANT GARDE Lavender
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
8-10
10-12
8-10 DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
50-60
40-70
40-70
CM
CM
CM
MOODY BLUES Lavender with Darker Outside Petals
COOL WATER
GOVINDA
Medium Lavender
Lavender
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
7-9
8-10
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-70
40-60
40-70
CM
CM
CM
DEEP PURPLE Lavender
BLUEBERRY
JADE
Dark Lavender
Key/Lime Green Petals
MEDIUM HIGH
HIGH
8-10
8-10 50-70
40-70 CM
CM
Lime Green
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
LEMONADE
MEDIUM
DAYS
40-70 CM
CABARET
SWEETNESS
Buttery Cream Center with Coral Edges
White with a Dark Pink Edge
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
MEDIUM HIGH
HIGH
8-10
HIGH
7-9
DAYS
9-11
DAYS
DAYS
50-70
50-70
40-70
CM
CM
CM
3D
BLUSH
ESPERANCE
Bi-Color Orange / Yellow and Red
White with Red Petal Margins
Strawberry and Cream
HIGH
HIGH
MEDIUM
8-10
8-10
7-9
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS DAYS
60-70
40-70
50-70
CM
CM
CM
MALIBU
CHERRY BRANDY
Dark Pink with Cream Outer Petals
Bi-Color Orange/ Yellow and Red
IGUANA
Burnt Orange and Coppery Red with Touches of Earthy Terracota
HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
HIGH
7-9
7-9
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-70 CM
40-70
40-70
CM
CM
SILANTOI
HIGH MAGIC
Bi-Color Orange with Yellow Center
Yellow with Red Edges
HIGH YELLOW FLAME Yellow with Red Flecks on Petal Margins
HIGH
7-9 DAYS
50-60 CM
RAINBOW Rainbow Tinted
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
20 RIO GARDEN ROSES
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.
HIGH
HIGH
MEDIUM
7-9
8-10
8-10
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
40-60
40-60
40-60
CM
CM
CM
WHITE O’HARA
MOONSTONE
White
Cream
GARDEN SPIRIT Blush Cream
HIGH
MEDIUM
HIGH
7-9
7-9
6-8
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
50-70
40-60
40-60
CM
CM
CM
PINK O’HARA
SHIMMER
KAHALA
Pink
Peach
Coral
SIZE
GRADING
We offer different packs
• Available varieties: White O’Hara, Moonstone, Garden Spirit,
based on different grades.
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
PETAL COUNT (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
VASE LIFE (DAYS)
STEM LENGTH (CM)
22 BABY RIO SPRAY ROSES
BABY RIO SPRAY 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.
SNOWFLAKE
WHITE MA JOLIKA
C R E TA
CHABLIS
YELLOW BABE
ORANGE BABE
S WE E T S E N S AT I O N
PINK MA JOLIKA
BEST IN CLASS
BEST IN CLASS
ILSE
2021 SAF Outstanding Va r i e t i e s C o m p e t i t i o n
2020 SAF Outstanding Va r i e t i e s C o m p e t i t i o n
L O V E LY LY D I A
RED MIKADO
BLUE MOON
SIZE
GRADING
We offer different packs
• Cut when the bud begins to crack for maximum bloom development,
based on different grades.
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
24 RIO CARNATIONS
RIO OPEN CUT CARNATIONS
MOONLIGHT
ILLUSION
FARIDA
SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.
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.
PRADO MINT
POLIMNIA
YELLOW HERMES
ORANGE HERMES
MANDALAY
DON PEDRO
ZURIGO
GOLEM
HYPNOSIS
ANTIGUA ANTIQUE
KINO
PEPPERMINT
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 Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day Secondary holiday and special events, double offered based on availability
26 RIO DELPHINIUM
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.
DARK BLUE
SIZE
S KY B LU E
WHITE
GRADING
We offer different packs
Available in dark blue, sky blue, and white
based on different grades.
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
28 RIO RANUNCULUS
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.
PURPLE
RED
HOT PINK
PINK
LIGHT PINK
PEACH
ORANGE
YELLOW
WHITE
SIZE
GRADING
We only offer one pack
• Vibrant color assortment: purple, red, hot pink, pink,
regardless of the stem length.
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) Double up available on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
30 RIO CHRYSANTHEMUM SPRAYS
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.
DAISY
CUSHION
N O V E LT Y
BUTTON
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 Christmas Secondary holidays and special events, double offered based on availability
RIO SINGLE STEM CHRYSANTHEMUMS Rio Chrysanthemums are one of the top-selling mums in the industry. We take a great deal of pride in our specif ications. Each bloom is packed individually in a net for protection. All assortments are packed seasonally and contain four to six colors.
AN A STA SIA WH ITE
A NA STA S I A S U NNY
SAFFINA
RED M AG N A
ANASTASIA DA RK GREEN
ANASTASIA PURPLE
A NA STA S I A PI NK
MAGNUM
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 (10 bunches per QB) and (20 bunches per HB) • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and Christmas Secondary holidays and special events, double offered based on availability
RIO CHRYSANTHEMUM DISBUD BUTTONS
B RON ZE YELLOW PAL A DOV PA L A DOV
PI NK LO R AX
PU RPLE A RAG O N
WH ITE
GRADING
SIZE
• Available colors: white, yellow,
We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
bronze, pink, purple, and green
• Grade selection: 70 cm • 5-stem bunches • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes (12 bunches)
GREEN
RIO CHRYSANTHEMUM DISBUDS 31
32 RIO ALSTROEMERIA
RIO ALSTROEMERIA Rio Alstroemerias are small trumpet-shaped flowers available in over 30 varieties. The petals are bi-colored, f reckled, or streaked, with multiple flowers on each stem, Rio Alstroemerias are perfect for bud vases and large arrangements.
WHISTLER
HIMALAYA
DUBAI
PRIMADONNA
MERMAID
ROSITA DS
NADYA
ANGELINA
JAFFA
LEBLON
YELLOW SWAN
SHAKIRA
STRATOS
GALAXY
NAPOLI
GRADING
DISBUDDED ALSTROEMERIA VARIETIES
• Available in all colors
• Purple: Galaxy, Olympia, Napoli
• Strong, straight, and thick stems
• Red: Angelina, Nadya
• Deep green, lush foliage
• Yellow: Jamaica, Bella Star, Shakira, Leblon, Yellow Swan
• Super Select: 5+ blooms per stem (9 bunches per QB
• Orange: Orange Queen, Tampa, Jaffa, Zanzibar
and 18 bunches per HB)
• Cream: Amazone
• Select: 4+ blooms per stem (11 bunches per QB and
• White: Fuji, Himalaya, Whistler
22 bunches per HB)
• Pink: Primadonna, Modena, Coco, Dubai, Mermaid
• Fancy: 3+ blooms per stem (13 bunches per QB and
• Hot Pink: Bordeaux, Rosita DS, Navarro, Amposta
26 bunches per HB)
• Bi-Color: Balance (white/pink), Rebecca (white/pink),
• 10-stem bunches
Pumori (pink/white), Picanto (pink/white)
• Vase life: 10–12 days
• Lavender: Stratos
• Available in half boxes and quarter boxes
ASSORTMENTS SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.
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
34 RIO LILIES
RIO LILIES RIO LA HYBRID LILIES
LITOUWEN
PARRANO
INDIAN SUMMERSET
LEXINGTON
ARBATAX
DYNAMIX
EREMO
HONESTY
NASHVILLE
GRADING • Available varieties: Litouwen, Parrano, Indian Summerset, Lexington, Arbatax, Dynamix, Eremo, Honesty, 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 grows several types of premium lilies f rom our farms in Costa Rica. Rio carries Rose Lilies, Oriental Lilies, and LA Hybrid Lilies in different varieties, colors, and grades.
RIO ORIENTAL LILIES
SANTANDER
NOVA ZEMBLA
TIBER
TABLE DANCE
STARFIGHTER
AMAROSSI
BACARDI
TARRANGO
CORCOVADO
SERRANO
BELLEVILLE
GRADING • Available varieties: Santander, Nova Zembla, Tiber, Table Dance, Starf ighter, Amarossi, Bacardi, Tarrango, Corcovado, Serrano, and Belleville • 3-5 Blooms per stem • Grade selection: 75 cm • Bloom sizes: pink varieties have bloom sizes f rom 9.5-12.5 cm in diameter and white varieties have bloom sizes f rom 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)
RIO ROSE LILIES
CAROLINA
NATALIA
GRADING
SIZE
• Available varieties: Carolina and Natalia
We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
• 3-5 Blooms per stem • Grade selection: 70 cm • 5 stem bunches • Vase life: 8-10 days • Available in quarter boxes (8 bunches)
36 RIO GYPSOPHILA
RIO GYPSOPHILA Rio offers different varieties of gypsophila such as Million Stars and Xlence. Each variety follows specif ic grading specif ications.
MILLION STARS
XLENCE
GRADING Long, sturdy laterals Full florets in a cluster Million Stars: 75% open cut Xlence: 80% open cut Xlence blooms size averages 9-11 mm 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) Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day Secondary holidays and special events, double offered based on availability
SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.
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RIO ANEMONES 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.
RED
HOT PINK
BLUSH PINK
WHITE
BLUE
BORDEAUX
GRADING Vibrant color assortment: red, hot pink, blush pink, white, 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 Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
38 RIO LISIANTHUS
RIO LISIANTHUS Rio Lisianthus are long-lasting bell-shaped flowers with delicate petals and oval leaves. We offer them in many colors, f rom delicate whites and pinks to greens, lavenders, and deep purples.
WHITE
PINK
CREAM
GREEN
PURPLE
BI-COLOR
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 Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
RIO STOCK
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Rio Stock produces long-lasting double blooms with a longlasting spicy scent. Our vast array of colors come in solids or assorted packs for your special needs.
WHITE
CREAM
YELLOW
PEACH
LIGHT PINK
PINK
L AVENDER
PURPLE
DARK PURPLE
HOT PINK
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 Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
40 RIO CALLA LILIES
RIO CALLA LILIES Rio Open-cut Callas are ideal for line emphasizing techniques and can be woven into interesting designs that make for drama and excitement.
GRADING • Open cut • Grade selection: Super Select 70 cm • Individually sleeved to protect the flower
• 18 stems per box • Vase life: 7–9 days • Available in quarter boxes (18 stems) Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
R I O C A L L A L I LY BOUQUETS Rio offers f ive-stem Calla Lily Bouquets with f ive long stems of our super select white calla. Each bouquet includes f ive opencut blooms and an additional stem of a calla lily leaf. The bouquet comes in a crisp clear sleeve which gives it a great presentation.
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 Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
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RIO SUNFLOWERS Rio Sunflowers are a great focal flower for arrangments and bouquets and can be used year-round. Rio carries the Vincent Choice variety.
LARGE
MEDIUM
MINI
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 include 12 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 Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.
42 RIO HYPERICUM
RIO HYPERICUM Rio specializes in offering the Magical Series in multiple colors. This exceptional selection has very large berries and a vase life of up to 12 days.
WHITE
PINK
PEACH
MAGICAL VICTORY GREEN
MAGICAL RED TRIUMPH
MAGICAL MIDNIGHT
GRADING • Available in white, pink, peach, green, red, and burgundy • Foliage removed f rom 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 Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.
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RIO SCOOP SCABIOSA Rio Scabiosa comes in eight different colors and is a perfect addition to any flower arrangement. Their heads take on a distinctive buttonlike appearance that can grow up to three inches in diameter.
M I L KY
M A R S H M A L L OW
STRAWBERRY
LAVENDER
COTTON CANDY
RASPBERRY
RED VE LVE T
BLACKBERRY
GRADING • Available varieties: Milky, Marshmallow, Cotton Candy, Raspberry, Strawberry, Lavender, Red Velvet, and Blackberry
• Grade selection: 60 cm and 70 cm (15 bunches per QB) • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 5-6 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the grade.
44 RIO LIMONIUM / HYDRANGEAS
RIO LIMONIUM 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 BLUE STREAM
• 300 grams per bunch
MISTY BLUE
• Grade selection: 80 cm • Vase life: 10 – 12 days • Available in quarter boxes (10bunches) and half boxes (20 bunches) No double up for holidays
MISTY WHITE
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
RIO HYDRANGEAS 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.
GRADING • Available in blue, white, and mini green
• Select grade: 6-inch blooms and 26 stems per QB
• Mini grade: 4-inch blooms and
BLUE
30 stems per QB
• Open cut, except Mini Green is cut tight for color WHITE
• Strong stems • Vase life: 10–12 days • Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on
MINI GREEN
Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day Secondary holidays and special events,
SIZE
We offer different packs based on different grades.
double offered based on availability
RIO ASTER
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Rio offers different varieties of aster such as Symphony, Sunspring, Carnival, Solidago, Golden Glory, and Purple Monarch.
GRADING • Hundreds of small flowers arranged along laterals
• 300-gram bunch minimum • Bloom cut: 40% open SYMPHONY
SUNSPRING
• Grade selection: 70 cm • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) and half boxes (20 bunches) Double up availability on
CA R N IVA L
SOLIDAGO
Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE
GOLDEN GLORY
PURPLE MONARCH
We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
RIO STATICE Our Rio Tissue Culture Statice includes a minimum of four laterals per stem. Stems are a minimum of 60 cm f rom the top of the flower to the bottom of the stem.
GRADING • Available in pink, light pink, purple, lavender, blue, and white
• Super statice is available in 470+ grams per bunch PINK
LIGHT PINK
• 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 PURPLE
L AVE N D E R
• Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE BLUE
WHITE
We offer different packs based on different grades.
46 RIO STAR OF BETHLEHEM / LIATRIS
RIO STAR OF BETHLEHEM 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 OF BETHLEHEM
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
RIO LIATRIS Rio Liatris flowers open and mature f rom the top of the spike downward. These long-lasting cut flowers are excellent accents for any arrangement.
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 LIATRIS
Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.
RIO ORGANIC ORNAMENTAL KALE Rio specializes in offering the Crane series in multiple colors.
GRADING • Available colors: white, green, lavender, purple, hot pink, cream, and assorted
• Grade selection: 40 cm, 45 cm, 50 cm, and 55 cm WHITE
GREEN
• 40 stems per box • Long, straight stems • Vase life: 8–10 days • Available in quarter boxes (8 bunches) Double up availability on
LAVENDER
PURPLE
Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
RIO CRASPEDIA Rio offers yellow and painted Craspedia in solids and assorted packs.
GRADING • Available in yellow and in 14 different painted colors
• Grade selection: 70 cm and 80 cm YELLOW NATURAL
GREEN PAINTED
• Flower size: 3 cm • 10-stem bunches • Vase life: 15-20 days • Available in quarter boxes (15 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
RED PAINTED
S I LVE R PAINTED
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
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48 RIO GREEN TRIX / BELLS OF IRELAND
RIO GREEN TRIX Rio Green Trix is part of the Dianthus family and is a great focal flower for any type of arrangement.
GRADING Vibrant, full blooms Grades selection: 40 cm, 50 cm, and 55 cm 10-stem bunches (100 stems in total) Vase life: 8–10 days GREEN TRIX
Available in quarter boxes (10 bunches) Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
RIO BELLS OF IRELAND Rio carries Bells of Ireland that are greenhouse-grown for superior quality.
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 Day BELLS OF IRELAND
and Mother’s Day
SIZE We offer different packs based on different grades.
RIO ERYNGIUM
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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.
GRADING Available in Super Select and Select grades Super Select grade includes 12 bunches with 120 stems per QB Select grade includes 15 bunches
BLUE LAGOON
with 150 stems per QB Vase life: 10–14 days Available in quarter boxes Double up availability on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
ARABIAN DAWN
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
RIO DUSTY MILLER Rio Dusty Miller is an attractive, silvery plant that can serve as a stunner or offer a more subtle bit of color to any arrangement.
GRADING Grade selection: 30cm, 35 cm, 40 cm, 45 cm, 50 cm, 55 cm and 60 cm 10 bunches for 30 cm to 45 cm grades 8 bunches for 45 cm to 60 cm grades 10-stem bunches Vase life: 7-9 days Available in quarter boxes and eight boxes Double up availability on DUSTY MILLER
Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
SIZE We only offer one pack regardless of the stem length.
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