Costus is of the same family as Ginger and is best characterized by its spiraling stem.  It is another one of our fresh cut flowering perennials that is native to Hawaii.  Costus is most often found as a supplemental flower in arrangements of wholesale tropical flowers.

Costus, as mentioned above, has curling stems which measure about 24 inches in length.  The blooms themselves measure about 3 to 4 inches.  The stems are void of foliage except right at the base of the flower where a few leaves can be found.

This package consists of 15 stems of Costus.

Tropical flowers are quite hardy and can last up to 2 weeks if cared for properly.  Flower care instructions are posted below for your reference.

Orders for tropical flowers can be placed up to 60 days in advance but we do require all orders be placed at least 10 days prior to your desired delivery date.

We highly recommend customers schedule this package for delivery at least 3 days prior to their event.  These tropical flowers and foliage are hardy and under proper care will last about 2 weeks. 

General Care Guidelines:

- Unpack carefully.

- Trim 1/2 to 1 inch from the end of each stem.

- Place the flowers in a clean vase with clean room temperature water.  

- Wet flower heads and foliage daily to prevent dehydration.

- Keep flowers away from heat sources, air conditioning ducts, and out of direct sunlight.

- Ginger and Heliconia should be stored at temperatures above 65 degrees F.

- Bird of Paradise should be stored at temperatures above 45 degrees F. 

- The Bird of Paradise produces a lot of nectar which can lead to mold growth on the flower head.  The mold can be removed easily by washing the flower with plain warm, soapy water and rinsing with clean water.

- Clean the vase and re-cut the stems every few days or as needed.