FAQs for Intercon Impex

Below is an excerpt of the conversations with the founder of Intercon Impex, Mr Vinod Jhunjhunwala to give you answers for the most frequently asked questions.

1. What is the inspiration that has led you to the formation of Intercon Impex? What has helped you to develop throughout your journey to become one of the most renowned exporters of dried flowers and dried plant products?

~ Intercon was started in the year 1992 with a vision to strive to offer the finest selection of quality natural products at the right prices and a high level of service to our esteemed clientele. Our love for natural products & decorative have always been a driving force in the journey. We constantly want to innovate and come up with new ideas & designs for our customers. Since our inception we have moved step by step further to reach our vision and we still believe, every day we learn something new about the industry and our customers. We have had an excellent team to support us through this journey. The coming year we will complete 25 years in the industry and we plan to introduce some major developments by end of next year.

2. You are one of the most experienced and well-known exporters of dried flowers in India, how do you think the dried flower export industry has evolved?

~ The industry is much more competitive now, when we started 25 years ago the products and competition were limited. The industry on the whole has evolved in terms of designs, packaging and customization. In our organization, our product range has evolved through the time. Our product range now includes exclusive dried flower bouquets, wreaths, potpourri mixes, candles, aluminium vases, iron baskets, jute bags, accessories etc. all available in customized packing as per the requirement of the customer. There are much more color options that we provide now than we did some years back, we are also trying some unique customized color shades. Packaging is the future and now customers usually are wanting all items in custom packing solutions with branding etc. 

3. In today’s world, when machines are used to do almost everything, you are changing the scene with adding human touch to the process. Why do you prefer that?

~ Each product we offer has a human touch to it. We believe this adds a personal aspect to the product. Every bouquet/wreath made is handmade by carefully picked elements by each of our skilled designers. Our designers understand the international standards and tastes to implement on the various products. We provide a variety of 2000 plus items of Indian origin, gathering raw materials locally from all over India. Our product categories include: Dried flowers, potpourris & bouquets, parts of plants, floral accessories, LED Candles, Iron Products, Picture frames, jute products and terra-cotta products. We work closely with our selected team of growers to supervise quality control. Our in-house bleaching, coloring, and bouquet production team takes special care to meet superior quality requirements. We have a reputation for outstanding customer service, competitive pricing and timely delivery. Packing is of good quality and can be customized.

4. Which countries are the major importers of your product?

~ Intercon currently exports majorly in the North American & European Markets. We are currently exporting to over 20 countries across the globe including USA, Netherlands, Spain, UK & more. We plan to expand our customers across 30 countries by end of next year to sell our product range of over 2000 products. 

5. What are the new developments that are coming up?

~ There’s a lot happening on the field and we are working on new ideas for our customers. Firstly, we have begun our production & shipment from South India early this year to cater to our increase in production capacity and product line up. Secondly, we are increasing our products line up to finished products like bouquets, wreaths etc. and various accessories for décor like vases, candles etc. You will soon be able to see these products on our company website. Most orders ship within 2 to 4 weeks subject to seasonal availability. We plan and carry sufficient inventory to avoid disruption in service that may occur due to poor weather and crop failures.We are expanding rapidly with new designs of Sola Flowers, which is one of our largest segments of business. 

6. So, you have started operations from South India. Why you have chosen that location?

~ Intercon Impex has grown its production capacity in the last 4 years. There are a couple
of reasons for us to start operations in south India. Firstly, We have many products in our mix that are essentially products of South India. Hence, it gives us the localisation advantage to start production in South India which help save us costs & decrease the turnaround time. Secondly, the weather conditions in south India are very favorable for our line of products. A combination of these advantages and our increasing need for capacity makes it ideal for us and our customers that we operate over 40% operations & productions from South India. This would enable us to reduce production time, improve quality, reduce costs and complete our shipments faster.

7.What can your clients expect from the new developments?

~ We believe in building long term relationships with our client & we understand that
the need of the hour post the corona pandemic is availability of products at the right time & right price. Our clients will very soon have a host of new products that we can offer them in customized options. Faster shipments will now be possible as a result of our team working on making seamless operations. Our clients from the USA & Canada can also now directly call us on our dedicated local United States number +1 213 814 322. It will surely improve our communication with them. 

Create Magic with Dried Flowers

Fresh flowers & plants are one of the best gifts that nature has given to mankind. From soothing fragrance to vivid colors, flowers touch our mind and senses on a deeper level. Flowers are dried so that their cheerful & aesthetic appeal is preserved. Dehydrated flowers are used for various purposes, from home decoration to gifts. One can create magic with these preserved bounties of nature. 

Here are a few ways you can use dried flowers:

Home decoration
If you love to create DIY home decorations or if you want to beautify your house for any special occasion, preserved flowers can serve as your helping hand. Decorating your home with dried blooms is easy and the effects achieved are breathtakingly beautiful. You can create a dried flower backdrop by arranging dried flowers on the wall. This not only attracts attention but also adds a spring-like feel to your house. For those who want to plan a warm and romantic Valentine’s Day celebration at home, walls decorated with dry flowers combined with proper lighting, can be the perfect background for the Valentine’s Day selfie. You and your special one will remember the fragrant valentine date for years to come.

One way could be to arrange dried flowers inside the clear or colored glass bottles or jars; and then place them in your room or other places in your house as decoration. These are alluring and give a fairy-tale look to your house. You can also get creative and add fairy lights inside that jar or bottle as well. You can place lace or gossamer fabric with dried flowers in order to make the decorative jars more feminine.

Potpourri made with dried flowers and dried plant parts can be used both as decoration and provide natural fragrance. Flowers that are dried can be used along with other dried plant parts to create exotic bunches or bouquets. Wreaths made of dry flowers and other plant parts are elegant door decorations.

Beauty
If you love to unwind in the bathtub, sprinkle some dry flower petals in the bath water and soak yourself in the aroma. Add dried petals in the water that is being used for manicure and pedicure. You can also make homemade spa soaps using dried flowers. Your homemade soap will not only be visually pleasing but would also be filled with natural fragrance. Dried flowers gently exfoliate the skin. Dry flower petals are also added as ingredients of natural homemade face, body and hair mask. It is a good way to get benefits for nature’s goodness to your beauty care routine.

Gifts
If you love to surprise friends and family with personalized gifts, then you should incorporate dried flowers to accentuate the charm of your gifts. You can use them for gift wrapping ideas or to make expressive cards. You will surely create a long-lasting impression in the minds of your loved ones.

Apart from the above mentioned points, dried flowers can be used to make candles. They are also used to make crowns, hair bands, bracelets and other jewelry to achieve fairy tale and feminine look. Sachets and potpourris made with preserved flowers are natural insect repellents and air fresheners. They are good for closets and drawers. You can use dried flowers to add a pleasant and appealing touch to your life and of those around you. Shop Now at Intercon Impex Pvt Ltd. 

Top 5 ideas to spice up your potpourri

Buy Potpourri & Home Fragrances

If you want to ramp up the insides of your home in an eco-friendly and cost-effective way, then bulk potpourri is a perfect solution for you. As potpourri is 100% natural, it not only makes the environment eco-friendly, but also freshens up our body & mind and enhances energy in ourselves after a day’s hard work.

Isn’t it great to invigorate your senses with a burst of fresh perfumed air as soon as you step into your room? Obviously, everyone will agree with it. There are a number of DIY recipes available on the internet. You can use the remedies to experience this awesome feeling. One can spice up their potpourri by putting some more ingredients into it. The below article is about the process and ingredients that can make potpourri more effective. If you are interested to make a different type of potpourri or you want to know more about it, all you need to do is to scroll down and read the whole article.

Exotic Spices

1. Essential oils:
One of the best ways to rejuvenate your home environment is to use essential oils. It is amazing to take the fragrance of a tantalizing mixture of clove, lavender, peppermint and chamomile after a gruelling day at the office. As soon as you open the door, a heady and flavourful essence fills up your senses and makes you feel refresh. The fragrance is enough to revitalise you from a depressed and weighed down mood. If you are planning to have a spa at home, essential oil is just perfect, as it provides your home with the aura of spa.

2. Dried fruits and nuts:
Some other ingredients that can make your potpourri awesome are dried fruits and nuts. You can put some berries and nuts in the combo. Some orange peels can be dropped into the bowl, or you can drop a handful of acorns, almonds or junipers into the mix, which can spice your potpourri up.

3. Scented water:
It can be quite surprising for you to know that potpourri can be spiced up with scented water, while we all know that potpourri is made of bone dry things. And it is also known that the slightest of moisture can be the reason of infected potpourri. But the truth is, one can make alternative potpourri that includes nuts, pine cones, wood pieces and other paraphernalia that are soaked in scented water. In order to get the water, all one should do is to heat oils and simmer herbs extracts in low temperature.

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4. Cranberry delight:
Any kind of citrus fruits, cranberry and rosemary can be put together in a pan in low heat to get the aroma that may cause your olfactory organs to go into tizzy.

5. Spices and flowers: 
Dried spices and flowers are mixed together in required portion that are used as an effective remedy for deep and sound sleep. One can get dried flowers in any florist store, nursery, orchards or garden.

You can buy the latest collections of home fragrances, potpourri, essential oils, diffuser oils and more at www.interconimpex.com or email them at sales@interconimpex.com.