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Embrace the Beauty of Spring Flowers: A Florist’s Guide to the Season’s Blossoms

Posted on by Fathima

         

Spring is nature’s grand celebration. After months of chilly weather and dormant landscapes, the arrival of spring brings a fresh burst of colors, fragrances, and beauty, especially through the vibrant display of flowers. For florists, spring is one of the most exciting seasons, brimming with an incredible variety of blooms that signify renewal, growth, and the promise of warmer days.

Whether you’re a seasoned flower enthusiast or someone looking to add a touch of seasonal beauty to your home or events, spring flowers offer an unparalleled charm. Let’s explore some of the top spring flowers and tips for keeping them fresh and radiant.

1. Tulips: The Classic Springtime Symbol

Tulips are synonymous with spring. With their simple elegance and vast range of colors—from soft pastels to bold reds and purples—tulips can easily fit into any floral arrangement or bouquet. These flowers symbolize love, hope, and new beginnings, making them perfect for weddings, anniversaries, or a fresh gift to brighten someone’s day.

Tip: Tulips are known to continue growing even after being cut! Trim their stems regularly and place them in cool water to keep them lasting longer.

2. Daffodils: Bright and Cheerful

Daffodils, with their sunny yellow petals, are one of the first signs that spring is here. They symbolize rebirth and new beginnings, often being one of the earliest blooms after winter. Their vibrant color makes them ideal for creating cheerful and uplifting arrangements.

Tip: When pairing daffodils with other flowers, let them sit in water on their own for a few hours first. They release a sap that can harm other flowers if placed together immediately.

3. Hyacinths: Fragrant and Colorful

If you’re looking for a flower that not only looks stunning but also fills the room with a beautiful fragrance, hyacinths are the perfect choice. Available in a variety of shades such as blue, purple, pink, and white, they add both visual and aromatic appeal to any bouquet or centerpiece.

Tip: Hyacinths thrive in cooler temperatures. Keep them away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prolong their bloom time.

4. Peonies: Lush and Luxurious

Peonies are beloved for their large, lush blooms and soft, romantic colors. They are often seen as a symbol of romance, prosperity, and good fortune. With their voluminous petals, peonies make stunning focal points in wedding bouquets and elegant floral displays.

Tip: Peonies can be sensitive to humidity. Make sure they have enough water and avoid placing them near overly warm areas to maintain their freshness.

5. Lilies: Elegant and Sophisticated

Lilies are another spring favorite, admired for their timeless beauty and versatility. From the classic white Calla lilies to the vibrant pink Stargazer lilies, these blooms are perfect for both minimalist and elaborate arrangements. Lilies symbolize purity and renewal, making them an ideal choice for springtime celebrations.

Tip: Remove the pollen from lilies as soon as they open. This not only prevents staining but also extends the lifespan of the flower.

6. Cherry Blossoms: A Springtime Spectacle

Although technically a tree bloom rather than a traditional flower, cherry blossoms are one of the most iconic symbols of spring. Their delicate pink and white flowers adorn trees, creating stunning outdoor displays that capture the essence of the season.

Tip: Cherry blossoms are delicate and best enjoyed in their natural setting, but you can bring a branch or two inside for a temporary and beautiful indoor arrangement.

Care Tips for Spring Flowers

To ensure that your spring flowers remain fresh and beautiful for as long as possible, here are a few quick tips:

  • Cut the stems: Always trim flower stems at an angle before placing them in water. This allows them to absorb more water.
  • Change the water: Refresh the water every couple of days to keep bacteria from forming, which can cause flowers to wilt prematurely.
  • Keep them cool: Most spring flowers last longer in cooler environments, so avoid placing them in direct sunlight or near heat sources.

Bring Spring into Your Space

Spring flowers are the perfect way to celebrate the season and bring its vibrant energy into your home or workspace. Whether you’re looking to gift a loved one with a bouquet of tulips or brighten up your living room with a lush peony arrangement, there’s no shortage of options to choose from.

At Petals Gourmet Flowers, we’re passionate about helping you find the perfect spring flowers for any occasion. Our team of expert florists hand-pick the freshest blooms, ensuring that every arrangement is a beautiful and lasting expression of the season. Visit us today to explore our full range of spring flowers and let us help you welcome the new season with nature’s finest blooms!

Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and beauty, and flowers are one of the most joyful ways to embrace it. By choosing the right blooms and taking a little extra care, you can make your space bloom with the season’s finest offerings.

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Why you should gift fresh flowers to your loved ones (and yourself too)

Posted on by Admin

Welcome to our very first blog post for all things flowers and spoils. We know how important it is to you, to stay in touch with your loved ones and what better way to show that love and care than by sending a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers to your loved ones in South Africa.

Did you know that flowers are scientifically proven to have a positive impact on our mental health?

With so many stresses in everyday life and the challenges of mental illness and the covid 19 pandemic impacting so many people, having more flowers in your life could have a positive impact on your mental health. Here are some of the reasons why…

 

  1. Flowers make the receiver happy long after the moment’s passed. We don’t really think past that moment where we gift someone flowers and see a huge smile. But the impact of flowers goes much further than this moment and in fact, flowers have a long term positive impact on mood.

 

  1. Flowers make the giver happy too, So you can get your dose of happiness by spoiling those around you.

 

  1. Being around flowers helps to promote long term happiness. A study showed that when frequently exposed to flowers, people reported lower levels of depression and anxiety and lower stress levels, with higher enjoyment levels and a stronger sense of life satisfaction. That is pretty amazing. With our busy lives, office jobs and urban living arrangements, most people wouldn’t have as much contact with nature as they’d like. It’s great to think that by having flowers in the home or at your desk, you can bring a little bit of nature to your world and help to promote positive emotions. Research suggests that the best place to put flowers is either in the kitchen or bathroom, high traffic areas where the most people can enjoy them. Also, flowers in the bedroom so you can see them when you first open your eyes in the morning helps to have a positive start to the day.

 

  1. Flowers and plants in the office make you have more ideas.Evidence shows that working around flowers and plants can make you more productive. An American study found that men and women had more good ideas, innovative thinking and better problem solving abilities when they were in an environment with fresh flowers and plants. UK Corporate Florist Jungleworld found that men (and we will assume women too) were able to generate 30% more ideas in an office with flowers as opposed to an office that was sparse and dull. With so many people spending long hours at work, the only exposure to nature and greenery someone may get in a day is office plants. Green spaces are known to reduce the levels of stress in an environment and help people to feel secure and relaxed.

 

  1. Fresh Flowers promote connection between people. Even across continents and oceans we are able to connect you to someone in South Africa by a special delivery of flower, gifts and cakes.

 

  1. Flowers have a positive impact when people are sick. In recent years with covid 19, we have only seen the benefits of fresh flowers uplifting spirits and promoting healing. These benefits are just a few (besides the aesthetic charm and social media pictures) you can generate from ordering a fresh flower bouquet. Lets not forget self care can include a bouquet for you to enjoy too!

Fresh bouquet wrapped in Petals tissue paper and covered with a tweed wrap, arranged by Petals Gourmet Flowers. Cream roses resting in a clear perspex box made to order from Petals Gourmet Flowers. Diamond soft touch heart geode box filled with preserved blooms from Petals Gourmet Flowers.