Russia has one of the most robust and sophisticated flower markets in the world. Despite the harsh climate, the demand for fresh blooms is astronomical, especially for holidays like International Women’s Day (March 8th).
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. Blue Orchid 2000 Kdv Russian Flowers -
The string “2000 Kdv” is not botanical Latin. It most likely refers to one of three things: Russia has one of the most robust and