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Why are red roses considered romantic?
Throughout history, the red rose has stood for passion, love, and romance. It’s probably one of the most recognisable symbols in the world and is nearly synonymous with Valentine’s Day. But why? Why is this particular flower so universally associated with love? The answer lies in its history – and it’s a fascinating one! Read more
How To Care For Cut Banksias
We love our banksias down here in Australia. These beautiful, native spring flowers bloom in August all the way through to sunny December, making them a stunning addition to any spring arrangement. Banksias are a symbol of rebirth and new beginnings, which makes sense considering they’ve become a popular wedding flower. These flowersRead more
Floristry 101: The Do’s And Don’ts Of Caring For Fresh Stock
When it comes to fresh flowers, I like to compare the preparation of fresh stock to a room being painted. When painting, the preparation of the walls often takes longer than the actual painting of the room itself; however, this results in a far superior finish. Therefore, by taking the time to prepare your bloomsRead more
How To Care For Cut Roses
I adore using roses in my bouquets – I know, no surprises there! They come in a wide array of colours and varieties, and they hold such beautiful meanings, ranging from passion and admiration to a deep romantic love. Roses are quite literally the most popular flower in the world in terms of growing and giving,Read more
How To Care For Cut Anemones
It’s hard to resist the temptation of anemones, with their gorgeous colours and long vase life. But these flowers definitely need more than the usual amount of TLC to keep them looking their best for as long as possible. This is because often, anemones continue to grow once they’ve been cut and they change aRead more
3 Tips For Picking The Right Flowers At The Market
It’s always fun walking through the flower market and picking a few handfuls of blooms for my weekend vase arrangements, but it’s important to know what to look for. After all, you don’t want to end up with a beautiful bouquet that only lasts a few days! All flowers have different characteristics that willRead more
What flowers are in season for Melbourne spring?
Spring has to be one of our favourite times of year here in Australia. The trees are starting to bud, the air is thick with the scent of blooming flowers and the sun is starting to set a little later, providing those beautiful warm nights on the verandah. It’s also an exciting season for flowers,Read more
What flowers are in season for a July wedding?
July marks the middle of winter here in Australia, so if you’re planning a July wedding, it’s time to unpin the sunflowers and dahlias from your Pinterest boards. While imported flowers are usually available, Bloom are advocates for locally-grown flowers (discover why by clicking here) and trust us when we say that when it comesRead more
Why a tiny bee mite could have a devastating impact on Australian flowers
The varroa mite has been found in Australia, and it’s starting to spread. With a recent outbreak of the parasite close to the Port of Newcastle, Queensland announced that it will shut its borders to any equipment or products related to bees and/or hives in an effort to slow the spread, with more states followingRead more
Sustainable Flower Growers in Victoria: Part 2
We love buying our flowers locally––it’s great for those of us who are environmentally conscious and love to support small business owners. It also forces us to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life, like how long lavender lasts in a vase on the coffee table (the answer is about three times longerRead more