BLOG - Senior Florist Jo-Ann gives hints and tips about arranging flowers, fun flower facts
and other useful information about flowers in New Zealand.
In the realm of flowers, few captivate the human heart and imagination quite like lilies. With their elegant and alluring presence, lilies have adorned gardens, art, and cultures for centuries, leaving an indelible mark on human history. Delve into the enchanting tale of lilies, exploring their rich history, diverse usage, and profound symbolic meanings.
It's that wonderful time of year - as friends and family gather near and we search for heartfelt gifts, and decorations for the home and festive table. From the beautiful fragrance of Christmas Lillies, to the warmth and happiness a festive table arrangement adds to the Christmas Lunch.Striking red poinsettia plants are the traditional Xmas plant and for something more modern and elegant an icy white and silver Christmas floral arrangement.
New Zealand, a land of breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural diversity, has a profound connection with nature and flowers. From traditional Maori customs to modern celebrations, flowers play a significant role in various cultural festivities.
Peonies have abundant blooms that can open up to 10" wide, the Peony has a wide range of uses and a fascinating history. Their large, compact double blooms are versatile in both traditional and contemporary floral arrangements.
Fresh Flowers - This helpful Best Blooms guide will help you choose flowers based on the N.Z. flower seasons.
When choosing your fresh cut flowers, it is popular to send a sweet-smelling, scented bouquet. Flowers with a fragrance are romantic, seductive, and the aroma can conjure up happy memories, whenever you catch a whiff of the same lovely perfumed flower again.
We delve into the fascinating world of orchids, delicate and exotic flowers that have captivated hearts for centuries. Known for their stunning beauty, diversity, and symbolism, orchids hold a special place in the world of floral arrangements. We'll explore the rich history of orchids, their versatile uses in floral designs, and provide valuable insights on caring for orchid houseplants.
New Zealand has the most beautiful delicate native flowers that are endemic to Aotearoa - Can we use them in Floristry? In this article, our florist explores some of the most iconic and interesting native NZ flowers from Auckland and around New Zealand.
Autumn is a season of change, and what better way to embrace the changing colours and temperatures than with beautiful flowers? If you're looking for the perfect autumn blooms to decorate your home or event, or to send to someone special, you're in luck. In this post, we'll take a closer look at some of the most popular autumn flowers in New Zealand.
You may think there are fewer options for blooms in Winter, but thanks to our relatively temperate climate and abundance of hot houses, there are plenty of beautiful flowers through the Winter season.
What are Your Favourite Spring & Summer Flowers? Here are our Top 5 most popular seasonal blooms. Sunny days are here and we want to celebrate with the most beautiful flowers in season! So, here s a lovely bunch of the top five spring and summer flowers in New Zealand.
It's spring, and with Spring comes bulbs and of course Tulips, the colourful favourite that's only here for such a short time. They're also a fascinating flower with a rich history and interesting facts. Read on...
At Best Blooms Auckland us Florists love Flowers - it's a Fact!... But What's the Difference between N.Z. grown flowers and Imported Blooms?
As the trees lose the last of their autumn leaves and we hunker down inside getting cosy by the fireside - is there anything still blooming?
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