Light-Gauge Poly Tubing for Floral Bundle and Nursery Sleeving Applications
This 13-in. flat-lay poly tubing opens to approximately 8.3 in. diameter and provides a lightweight, economical sleeving solution for floral stem bundles, potted plant wrapping, nursery grower packaging, and other soft-goods cylinder applications. At 1.5 mil, the thin wall minimizes material cost per foot for high-volume wrapping operations.
Specs: 13 in. Flat-Lay (~8.3 in. Diameter) | 1.5 mil | 100% Virgin LDPE | 3600 FT/Roll | 3-in. Core | FDA Compliant
Applications
Floral stem bundle and bouquet sleeving; potted plant and nursery wrap packaging; cut flower bunch protection for wholesale distribution; soft goods cylinder and roll sleeving; bakery baguette and long loaf protective packaging; light-duty protective sleeve for foam tubes and craft materials.
Features
1.5 mil lightweight construction keeps per-foot material cost minimal for high-volume floral and nursery applications. 13-in. flat-lay accommodates bunched stem diameters and potted plant profiles up to approximately 8 in. across. High-clarity film preserves product visibility and presentation for retail and wholesale floral display. Tubing can be cut to length on site and closed by tying, taping, or heat sealing. 3600 ft/roll minimizes roll changes for large-scale floral packing and nursery operations.
Material Notes
Made from 100% virgin LDPE resin meeting FDA/USDA specifications. Flexible and conforming at 1.5 mil for wrapping irregularly shaped bundles. Does not contain recycled content.
Use Case Notes
Floral stem bunches of 10–20 stems typically form a bundle 4–6 in. in diameter when wrapped — well within the 8.3 in. maximum opening of this tubing. Cut sections to accommodate various bouquet heights and close with twist ties or tape for retail floor presentation. 3600 ft/roll at 1.5 mil provides high sleeving volume between restocking cycles for busy wholesale floral distributors.
Common Questions
Q: What diameter does this tubing open to?
A: At 13 in. flat-lay, this tubing opens to approximately 8.3 in. diameter (flat-lay × 2 ÷ π).
Q: Is 1.5 mil suitable for potted plant packaging?
A: Yes. 1.5 mil LDPE provides adequate protection for potted plant transport sleeving. For heavier containers or sharp-edged plastic pots, 2 mil is recommended.
Why Buy
1.5 mil gauge minimizes per-foot cost for high-volume floral and nursery wrapping. 3600 ft/roll supports sustained production without frequent roll changes. FDA compliant for food-adjacent and direct-contact floral produce applications. 13-in. flat-lay accommodates standard stem bunches and nursery plant profiles.