When purchasing specific flower arrangements, especially those that might be imported or from a high-end brand, ensure you're buying from a reputable florist or supplier to guarantee authenticity and quality.
Veteran growers suggest that the "2000" specifically refers to a dye concentration of 2000 ppm (parts per million) of specific aniline dyes. This high concentration creates a "velvet" texture on the petals—a signature of the Kdv imports. Notably, this process is fatal to the flower spike; after dyeing, the orchid will not re-bloom blue.
: KDV is also one of Russia's largest multi-billion dollar food and retail conglomerates.
There are some sweets you never forget. And then there are those you almost forget—until a flash of blue foil or a whiff of floral-vanilla sugar brings it all rushing back.
