On Valentine ’s Day , the U.S. Capitol was dressed in Colombian blossom as part of an enterprise led by the Colombian Embassy in the U.S. , Asocolflores , and strategic collaborator in the sphere . The goal was to highlight the importance of floriculture in the bilateral trade relationship . More than 4,000 roses , hydrangeas , and other varieties , that have been grown and cut in Colombia just a week to begin with , are adorning the offices of 535 U.S. congressmen during February .
" Colombian flowers are much more than an export product : they represent our natural wealth , resilience and gift . We go on to take the colour and excellency of our flower to every corner of the planet , building a legacy of innovation and national pride , " said Carmen Caballero , president of ProColombia , the promotion agency of the country .
" flower gardening is a mainstay of the commercial-grade human relationship between Colombia and the United States . It is a sector that not only drive economic exchange but also strengthens the ties between our societies . Each Colombian bloom that arrives in the United States reflect the efforts of chiliad of sept , as well as our country ’s commitment to excellency , sustainability and lineament , which the U.S. market recognizes and value , " said Colombia ’s Ambassador to the United States , Daniel García - Peña .
A Love Story in ManhattanColombia host this Valentine ’s weekend A Love Story with the country as the protagonist on the streets of New York . An aroused video was display on digital billboard in Manhattan and across platform such as The New York Times , Fox News , CBS , and USA Today . The video say the write up of a duad traveling to Colombia and falling in love with its landscapes , cultivation , and people — a creative way to connect consumers with the story behind the flower they give on Valentine ’s Day .
In addition to New York , Colombia was also host a Valentine ’s Day activation at Icon Park in Orlando , precede by the Consulate of Colombia in Orlando with the funding of ProColombia and Asocolflores . The event features Colombian flowers being pass on out to visitors near the restaurants , with Colombia ’s Ambassador to the United States , Daniel García - Peña nowadays at the celebration .
For more information : PROCOLOMBIAwww.procolombia.coAsocolfloreswww.asocolflores.org
