SALAL

Pittosporum, with its dense foliage and rounded, variegated leaves, is a popular filler for creating a textured background in floral designs. It’s versatile and provides a soft contrast with its lighter-colored edges. Pittosporum symbolizes resourcefulness and endurance, suitable for adding structure and volume to arrangements.

Common Pittosporum varieties include:

• Pittosporum Tobira: Known for its small, rounded leaves, commonly used in bouquets and centerpieces.
• Pittosporum Tenuifolium: Features darker green leaves with a slightly wavy texture, providing depth and contrast.

Aralia is known for its large, bold leaves that bring a touch of the tropics to floral arrangements. With its broad, often deeply lobed leaves, Aralia adds structure and a unique texture to designs. Aralia is versatile, often used in tropical arrangements or to create dramatic green backdrops. It symbolizes peace and strength, ideal for grounding floral compositions.

Common Aralia varieties include:

• Fatsia Japonica: Known for its large, palmate leaves, ideal for creating a bold background in arrangements.
• Polyscias: Features smaller, rounded leaves and works well as a filler in compact arrangements.