ANTHURIUM ANDREANUM FERRIERENSE 
CORAL PINK 
The Andreanum type of Anthurium is a tall growing, large leaved variety, giving, 
when fully mature, large flowers on long erect stems. The flowers last to per- 
fection for a long time and if not cut, the plants are perpetually in bloom. As 
one flower fades, another takes its place; so it will be seen that Anthuriums are 
always in crop. When cut, the flower of the Andreanum type lasts from four to 
six weeks. 
Fairly heavy shading, as for ferns, about suits Anthuriums; and for soil require- 
ments, almost anything which is chiefly humus will be found to give good results. 
Where Orchids are grown, the waste peat from the repotting can be used for Anthur- 
iums; otherwise, a mixture of Danish peat, leaf mold and green sheet moss will 
prove ideal. In such a soil it is almost impossible to over-water and as the 
pots become full of root, the plants will be greatly benefited by frequent app- 
lications of any commercial fertilizer in weak solution, say, every two or three 
weeks. The old rule ‘‘little and often’’ is best for Anthuriums also. 
They need shade, high humidity (at least 75% -80%) and fairly high temperature; 
consequently ventilation should be held down to a minimum. They grow in lower 
temperatures, but a minimum of 60° to 65° we find most desirable for best results. 
Where conditions are as described, Anthuriums are remarkably free from insect 
pests, thrips being the likeliest to be encountered. These cause disfigurement 
of the flowers, but they can be kept absolutely under control by occasional 
sprayings with DDT. 
Overall Height 30 - 36" Overall Height 36 - 48" Overall Height 48 - 60" 
Includes Container. Includes Container, Includes Container. 
3 leaves ..... 1 flower 4 leaves ..... 1 flower 2 heads, 6 leaves, 2 flowers 
$7.50 $15.00 $29.50 
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