Fresh flowers are delicate, beautiful, and highly temperature sensitive. Whether you’re a floral distributor, wedding planner, wholesaler, or event florist, maintaining the right environment is critical to preserving color, fragrance, and shelf life. That’s why Polar King Mobile’s refrigerated trailers are an ideal solution for transporting and storing flowers in perfect condition.
Why Temperature Matters in Floral Storage
Flowers begin to deteriorate quickly without proper temperature and humidity control. Each type of bloom has its own optimal storage range, and even slight fluctuations can lead to wilting, discoloration, or early spoilage. With Polar King Mobile, you get consistent, reliable cold storage that travels with you.
Optimal Holding Temperatures for Different Types of Flowers
Different flowers have unique temperature requirements to maintain their freshness, color, and structural integrity. Polar King Mobile trailers provide precise temperature control to meet these needs, ensuring flowers remain in peak condition from harvest to delivery. Here are recommended storage temperatures for common types of flowers, based on industry standards:
- Roses: Roses thrive at 33°F to 35°F. This temperature range slows respiration and prevents petal wilting, keeping roses vibrant for retail or event use. Polar King Mobile trailers can maintain this precise range, ensuring roses stay fresh for weddings or floral arrangements.
- Tulips: Tulips require slightly cooler temperatures, ideally 32°F to 34°F, to maintain their tight buds and prevent premature opening. The antimicrobial interior of Polar King Mobile trailers helps keep tulips free from mold and bacteria, which is critical at these low temperatures.
- Lilies: Lilies, including Asiatic and Oriental varieties, should be stored at 34°F to 36°F. This range preserves their fragrance and prevents petal drop, making Polar King Mobile trailers an excellent choice for bulk storage or transport to events.
- Carnations: Carnations are hardy but perform best at 33°F to 37°F. This temperature range extends their vase life, making them ideal for long-distance deliveries or storage for large events like Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day.
- Orchids: Tropical flowers like orchids require slightly warmer conditions, typically 45°F to 50°F, to avoid chilling injury. Polar King Mobile’s adjustable temperature settings allow florists to cater to these sensitive blooms, ensuring they remain vibrant for high-end arrangements.
- Chrysanthemums: Chrysanthemums prefer 33°F to 35°F to maintain their dense petal structure and bright colors. The trailers’ consistent cooling ensures these flowers stay fresh for floral shops or seasonal displays.
Versatility for Floral Businesses
Polar King Mobile refrigerated trailers are designed to support various floral applications, making them a versatile choice for businesses of all sizes:
- Flower Delivery Services: Ensure flowers arrive at their destination in pristine condition, whether for local deliveries or long-distance transport. The trailers’ mobility and precise temperature control make them ideal for maintaining flower quality on the road.
- Weddings and Events: Florists like The Urban Petal have successfully used Polar King Mobile trailers to store and deliver arrangements for outdoor weddings, keeping bouquets and centerpieces fresh throughout the event. The trailers’ large 54” reinforced doors and optional E-Track reinforcement simplify loading and unloading.
- Bulk Flower Storage: Retail and wholesale florists can store large quantities of flowers for peak seasons like Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day, with ample space and customizable shelving to organize inventory efficiently.
- Plant and Seed Storage: Beyond cut flowers, the trailers can store plants, herbs, and seeds at their optimal temperatures, supporting growers and nurseries.
The Avalanche Series, with its drop-deck design and dual-door access, enhances efficiency by eliminating the need for ramps and providing flexible loading options. This is particularly useful for event florists who need quick access to arrangements at busy venues.
The Perfect Floral Storage Solution
Polar King Mobile trailers are available in 8’, 12’, and 16’ lengths, all built with a seamless fiberglass design that resists moisture and temperature intrusion. Key features include:
- Digital temperature controls for precision cooling
- Heavy-duty insulation to maintain steady internal temps
- Low-impact, road-ready trailer designs
- Pre-wired and pre-assembled for easy use
Whether you need temporary cold storage for a floral event, backup refrigeration during a busy wedding season, or mobile storage for deliveries, Polar King Mobile has a solution that fits.