One of the most exciting flowers to hit the market in recent years are the purple carnations from Florigene.  Available in regular and mini sizes, and several shades of purple and lavender, they are very popular for large event displays, as well as bridal bouquets and every day work.  Two examples from SAF 2006 are below; you can see more examples at http://www.florigene.com/products/safdesign06_1.php.

Florigene is sending The Bloomery hundreds of their purple carnations to use for the Winter Bridal Expo 2007 at the Butler Days Inn.  If you're in the area, be sure to visit us at the bridal show and see what we've created.  If not, stay tuned here, and we'll post some pictures.