Some plants are fine with just green. Others? They’re ready for their close-up. And even colorful cut flowers sometimes like to be different. That’s where Make-Upz® comes in—a brand created by Greencrea8 that’s been adding playful cosmetic touches to cut flowers and plants since 2012. Think of it as horticulture's answer to lipstick, eyeshadow, and highlighter. A little shimmer here, a bold line there—just enough to turn heads without overwhelming nature’s original design.
Make-Upz® Is Not Paint. It’s Personality.
Make-Upz® is all about enhancing, not hiding. Using a carefully developed spray technique, selected plant leaves or flower petals get a subtle (or sometimes not-so-subtle) accent. The goal? Highlight shapes, patterns, and textures that might otherwise stay in the background.
This isn't about making flowers and plants unnatural—it’s about giving them a louder voice. A Cyclamen with a touch of sparkle suddenly feels festive. A Spathiphyllum with a tinted edge has that little extra to make it stand out on the shelf. It’s decorative, but it’s also intentional.
Tested. Trusted. Loved.
Behind the fun is a solid process. All Make-Upz® products go through testing for transport, durability, and shelf life. If a plant doesn’t hold up under shop or home conditions, it doesn’t make the cut. That’s where the Dutch know-how comes in—Make-Upz® is part of the Greencre8 family, known for its quality-driven approach to floral decoration.
You’ll find Make-Upz® on everything from Anthurium and Kalanchoë to Dracaena and Phalaenopsis, and even cut flowers like roses and Curcuma.
What’s in the Make-Upz® Toolbox?
Here’s a look at what florists and retailers are working with:
- Cyclamen Make-Upz® – festive colors, often with glitter.
- Chrysanthemums from the Chrysanne series.
- Spathiphyllum & Anthurium – soft metallic touches or bold color accents.
- Phalaenopsis & Kalanchoë – delicate finishes that work well in home interiors.
- Cut Avalanche+ roses from grower SK Roses
- Cut Curcumas in collaboration with Villa Curcuma.
- Thematic Unicorn editions & seasonal styles – playful, themed decorations in aqua and pinkish colors.
All these plants and flowers are initially produced through partnerships with an impressive number of top growers: Ammerlaan Sosef, Van der Arend, Apartus, Butterfly Orchids, C&M Kester, Duijn-Hove, Evanty, Houwenplant,JK Plant, JoGrow, Joyplant, Lionplant, Lundager, Lock Succulenten, Opti-flor, Plant Company, Plantanious, Pligt Professionals, van Schie, SK Roses, StudioBlauw, SV.CO, VDA plant,VG Colours, Vilosa, Van der Voort Potplanten, Villa Curcuma, and Vreugdenhil Bulbs & Plants.
In other words, the possibilities are wide, but the look is always clean and curated.
For Florists: Why It Works
As a florist, you are aware that both you and your customers want something a little different. You want stock that sparks conversation, and your customers want to have plants and flowers that they cannot take their eyes off. Make-Upz® plants check both boxes:
They pop in arrangements, window displays, and event setups, they come with a story—plants and flowers that wear makeup? That gets attention. And they’re consistent—tested for performance, so they don’t wilt under pressure. Plus, the plants are especially flexible. You can pair them with ceramics, wood, or metal for eye-catching combinations, or use them as statement pieces in more minimal designs.
Nothing Subtle About Make-Upz®
Make-Upz® doesn’t pretend to be subtle. It’s for plants that want to stand out—and florists who know a little boldness goes a long way. If you’re looking for something fun, reliable, and just different enough to make people pause, this one’s for you.
More info and inspiration? Check out Greencre8’s collection via the Make-Upz® profile page on Thursd.com.
Header image by @greencre8. Feature image by @voortpotplanten.
