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Daffodils

A symbol of hope & a sign of season change. Daffodil other names are Narcissus & Jonquil. A trumpet shape in the center surrounded by the...

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Feb 24, 20241 min read

The Poppy

The Poppy is known as a symbol of remembrance to those who lost their lives fighting in WW1, and also for its medicinal properties. A...

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May 3, 20212 min read

Tulips and their history.

These late blooming Spring bulbs with large flower heads are cultivated in many amazing colours. The European word Tulip originated from...

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May 3, 20211 min read

The story of the Gerbera…

The Gerdea originated in Africa and Asia and is among the top ten most popular flowers in the world. Thinking about the vast amount of...

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May 3, 20211 min read

The Gladioli.. Gladiolus

The Gladioli is the birth flower of August and traditionally given for the 40th wedding anniversary. With the meanings infatuation,...

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May 3, 20211 min read

The Hyacinth.

The Hyacinth is an early spring flowering perennial bulb, originating from the Mediterranean. The word Hyacinth is said to come from a...

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May 3, 20211 min read

Veronica…

Veronica is one of a handful of natures true blue flowers, Also coming in white, lilac, and pink. Introduced to Britain in the 19th...

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May 3, 20211 min read

The amazing peony.

There are many myths surrounding this flower, my favourite being that the name peony comes from the Greek word Paean. The Greek god...

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Apr 13, 20212 min read

Bird of paradise.

Also known as the Crane Flower or Strelitzia A Beautiful exotic flower originating from South Africa, the largest of the species can grow...

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Apr 13, 20211 min read

The Sunflower

The sunflower is an annual perennial plant from the daisy family. Native to America it is the national flower to both Russia and Ukraine....

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Apr 13, 20211 min read

Ranunculus

nickname the rose of the spring ___By Epping Florist We love garden to kitchen Ranunculus are truly a beautiful understated flower....

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Apr 13, 20211 min read

Caring for your flowers

Firstly we remove all foliage below the water line. We do this to prevent bacteria forming as quickly, which would make the water dirty...

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Feb 21, 20211 min read

Our Thoughts and Advice

Welcome to our blog! You will be seeing this space soar with our florist thoughts and helpful hints - from how to care for your arrangements to which flowers are in season - so watch this space and come again soon!