Sansevieria cylindrica ‘Skyline’
Date: 16/03/2006
A winner of the 2006 FloraHolland Awards in the "most successful market introduction" category indoor plants.
Verdict: Because of its austere lines, this striking plant is a very trendy plant that fits in very well with modern interiors. It doesn't need much care, as a result of which it's great for people who don't have a lot of time or feel for plants. The judges lauded the excellent introduction of this product. The plant is slowly conquering the international market.

Code: 26211

FLORAHOLLAND (press release - March 8, 2006) - For the sixth successive year, FloraHolland has presented six FloraHolland Awards on March 7, 2006 in two categories: "most promising novelty" and "most successful market introduction". FloraHolland novelty product manager Xander Berents: "This year, the judges looked particularly at the commercial value of the products and therefore, if a product just looked different this played a less prominent role."

The central theme of the 2006 FloraHolland Award presentations was "Spirit of the Times translated to tailor-made solutions." Consumer analyst Sandra Könings, who is closely involved in FlorConcepting, among other things, talked about this in her presentation. She emphasised the important role played by emotions when people buy a product. "You will only tempt consumers if your product evokes emotions," Ms Könings said. "Do something with your product that can entice the end customer, but at the same time, make sure you know who your end customer is and what he, or in most cases, she, likes. Grow emotion, as it were."