Flower Bulb Flocking

What is bulb flocking?

Flocking bulbs is the application of flock fibres onto flower bulbs to give them a soft, velvety look and feel. This is mainly applied to prepared bulbs and amaryllis bulbs. Applying the flock fibres creates a luxurious look, and thanks to the many available colours of flock fibres you can respond to interior trends.

Flock fibres can be applied to the bulb or amaryllis bulb in various ways. There are manual flock applicators, but also professional applicators up to complete flocking machines and lines.

Flocking amaryllis: a popular application

Amaryllis bulbs in particular are already flocked on a large scale. This is because an amaryllis bulb does not need to be planted to bloom. Since amaryllis bulbs are grown in the ground, the bulb itself does not look attractive. That is why flocking is applied to make the bulb look appealing.

The amaryllis bulb is a real Christmas product; that is why you see many amaryllis bulbs given a soft and luxurious look with red or green flock fibres.

Benefits of flocked bulbs

Only bulbs that do not need to be planted in open ground can be flocked. Logical, of course: it would be a shame to flock a bulb and then plant it. So first check whether you are dealing with bulbs that bloom without being planted.

These are usually low-maintenance bulbs. An amaryllis bulb needs nothing to bloom; all the nutrients are already in the bulb. Flocking amaryllis bulbs is therefore a decorative application, but it also makes them ideal as a gift product.

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is bulb flocking?

Bulb flocking is the application of flock fibres onto flower bulbs, giving them a velvet look and feel.

Can I have any amaryllis flocked?

You can flock any amaryllis bulb; however, we recommend choosing a larger-sized bulb. This has more nutrients and therefore a greater chance of sprouting. Look for bulb sizes from 26 cm and up.

How long does a velvet amaryllis last?

An amaryllis bulb produces several stems. Each stem blooms for 2 to 8 weeks; often the stems of an amaryllis bulb do not all bloom at the same time, so you can enjoy the bulb for longer!