Mothering Sunday Flower deliveries

Mothering Sunday is 25th March. Only 2 and a half weeks away!!

Have you got your flowers ordered?

Don't forget mum - order today and beat the rush.

These are some of the fabulous designs which we have created over past years. 

We deliver over the whole weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The area we cover is mainly Lincoln and villages but we do cover Newark, Gainsborough, Scunthorpe and Brigg and all those villages around about.

The earlier we know about your delivery, the better the chance of getting the day of your choice. The more range of flowers available too.

What is your mum's favourite?

Yellows and oranges?

Pinks and creams?

Baskets or arrangements?

Ask us which will suit your flower choice best

Give us a call, email or order online here

Book today, don't delay, only 2 1/2 weeks to go remember!

We will also be having a small range of planted bowls, these are available on a first come first served basis. When they are gone they are gone.

If we are out delivering leave us a message and we will call you right back. We do have hands free phones but cannot take orders (obviously) while driving so usually leave phone to go to messages, that way we have information to ring you back. Safety first.

Sandra x

Elsham Hall blue summer wedding ceremony and reception

Lucy and Robin had chosen Elsham Hall as their wedding ceremony and reception venue.

This is a lovely barn and each set up I have done here always looks unique, Elaine and her team always go above and beyond for each couple.

(To see the bridal party flowers click here)

The ceremony table was given variety of small jars of flowers which would later be transferred to the top table.

Framing the table were two traditional style pedestals with a fabulous mix of blue and ivory flowers, including the stunning hydrangeas.

The registrars desk was also given a selection of pretty jars.

These pedestals are on our metal stands (hired) and the display is designed within a dish for ease of transporting AND so they can be kept by the couple after the day is over.

Within the barn are these lovely radiator covers, what better way than to dot the mixed jam jars around your guests before moving them onto the tables as your centrepieces.

Make as much use out of your displays as possible and double up where you can.

These lovely jars were decorated by Lucy and filled by us with an array of summer loveliness. Blue hydrangea, thistle, gentiana, ivory roses, spray roses and dahlia.

They would later be grouped together and displayed on to the guest tables when the room has a turn around during the photos.

The ceremony space in The Barn at Elsham Hall.

Jars waiting to be packed and delivered at The Studio.

We also supplied thank you flowers for presentation during the speeches.

If you like any of these designs, are getting married at Elsham Hall or a similar barn space please get in touch to see how we can transform the space to your style and colours.

To see other set ups at Elsham Hall please click here and for more options go to the right side - labels - and scroll down to Venue: Elsham Hall

We would love to hear your plans for your day and how we can help you achieve hassle free planning for the flower part of the day.

Sandra x

Blue and Ivory wedding party flowers

Lucy came to me through a recommendation from Elaine at Bride Beautiful at Elsham Hall.

She wanted lots of fresh flowers included in her wedding day both for the bridal party and for the reception.

The colour scheme was blue and ivory and on seeing a previous design I had created fell in love with the design. We changed some flowers and added in some extras to keep it unique to Lucy, blue hydrangea, thistle, gentiana, ivory roses, spray roses, seeded and blue eucalyptus.

The stems were bound with ivory satin ribbon.

The five bridesmaids each carried a similar style bouquet with blue hydrangea and ivory roses, spray roses and white thistle and eucalyptus.

The groomsmen all wore a buttonhole of and ivory rose, thistle head and hydrangea floret.

The ladies wore a corsage of ivory flowers, rose, spray rose, white thistle and eustoma.

All our buttonholes are delivered pinned to a board and can be labelled if required.

The bride and two of the maids bouquets.

Bouquets are generally laid in a box for delivery onto a layer of packaging and layers of acid free tissue paper.

The 5 bridesmaids also wore a flower crown of white spray roses and hydrangea florets.

This was a fantastic wedding to play a small part in and tomorrow will be Part 2 with the ceremony and reception at Elsham Hall.

If you are planning a wedding either for 2017/18/19 and love these designs, please get in touch so we may discuss your colours and flowers and how we can help you achieve your flowery dreams.

Every consultation is free with no obligation and you receive a fully itemised quote so you can see where your budget has gone.

Ring or email today to book in and speak with us.

Sandra x

Bromeliads - Houseplant of the month for March

March 2017: Bromeliads Houseplant of the Month

The story of Bromeliads 

Cheerful, colourful, tropical and blessed with extraordinary appearances: the Bromeliad has long been the most exotic beauty amongst the houseplants. Initially people were not drawn to the attractive conical leaf rosettes and their brightly coloured bracts so much as to the delicious fruit of the best-known Bromeliad, the pineapple. There are more than 1600 different species in the wild. The plants are compact or extended, and grow concentrically from the leaf rosette. The stem grows up from this funnel with beautifully coloured bracts, amongst which unusual flowers emerge. All Bromeliads are ‘monocarps’. That means that the plant has reached the end of its life after flowering. Although baby plants will have formed by then, which will flower again after a few years. 

Origin 
Most Bromeliads originate from the tropical regions of North and South America, where they grow in varying climatic conditions. The Bromeliads include species such as Pineapple, Guzmania, Vriesea, Aechmea and Tillandsia. In the wild most of these plants grow on trees with thread-like roots (epiphytic) without drawing nutrients or water from the tree. They get those from the air. 

What to look for when buying Bromeliads

• Bromeliads are classified by pot size, diameter and thickness of the plant, and the way in which the bracts are or are not branched. The question of whether the bracts are upright or slanted in the rosette and how ripe the plant is also determine classification. If the flowers have already largely emerged amidst the bracts, the plant is past its peak. 
• Bromeliads are little troubled by pests and diseases. Damage to the bracts or the foliage is often caused by shipping, storage or cold damage. The plant can also be too ripe, or have yellow leaves. There are virtually no other pests or diseases present during the sale phase. 
• All Bromeliads must be stored at a minimum of 12-15°, and preferably warmer. You should therefore leave the plant in the sleeve or box during the shipping and storage phase in order to avoid cold damage. 
• Temperature fluctuations can cause cells in the leaf to rupture, which makes the plant less visually attractive. Ensure that the plant doesn’t get too damp. High humidity or condensation in the cellophane can cause botrytis.

Choice of range 
The Bromeliad range is diverse and colourful. The best-known species are Guzmania and Vriesea, whereby Guzmania blooms concentrically and Vriesea always has a somewhat flat inflorescence. The leaves are always smooth and usually green, but there are also variegated varieties. They both come in a wide range of colours and in various sizes. There are even botanical varieties of Vriesea which are sold as a foliage plant thanks to the decorative leaf markings. The pineapple is also a member of the Bromeliaceae family - as a houseplant it’s known as the pineapple plant. These plants are offered because of the decorative fruit in the rosettes. Ananas ‘Pacifico’ is an attractive red colour. One of the oldest and best-known Bromeliads is the Achmea or urn plant. In the past it usually came with serrated leaves, but nowadays it comes with attractive smooth edges and a beautiful pink inflorescence: Aechmea ‘Primera’. The classic pink variety has now been joined by white, red, orange and bicoloured varieties. Another common Bromeliad is Tillandsia cyanea, with pink inflorescences from which the cyan-coloured flowers emerge. 

Care tips for consumers 

• Bromeliads are very easy to look after. Place the plant in a light, warm spot, but not in full sun. Bromeliads can also be placed outdoors in the summer months, provided that the plant has shade for part of the day in order to avoid scorching.
• The rosettes contain absorbent hairs and scales with which the plant absorbs water and nutrients. Bromeliads particularly need water in the rosette and sparingly on the soil. Watering once a week is sufficient. Replace the water in the rosette regularly. The plant can be lightly misted on the leaves during flowering. To ensure lengthy and lavish flowering, give the plant some plant food once a month. 

For weddings these would make excellent table displays or the smaller varieties would make superb favours. 

Team up your wedding colours with the time of year, red for St Valentines Day, Yellows for Easter, Orange for Autumn and there will be a bromeliad for you.

Bromeliads are produced in a very environmentally friendly way, which can be a good argument for choosing this plant, in view of the interest in sustainable living.

All photos and information is supplied by Thejoyofplants.co.uk and The Flower Council of Holland.

If you would like to purchase any of these fabulous plants either for yourself or as a gift or to discuss using them for your wedding designs please get in touch for availability.

Sandra x

Blush and Ivory rose wedding

Alice had a really good idea of what she wanted for her bouquet and looking through my designs she saw something similar. A teardrop bouquet of roses. We adapted it slightly with Quicksand and Avalanche roses with added sprigs of gyp and ivy for foliage.

Quicksand roses are a gorgeous blush come Mother of Pearl type colour.

The bridesmaids both carried a simple bouquet of gyp.

Hessian was bound around the stems to go with the country wedding style.

Groomsmen wore a single ivory rose with sprigs of gyp and ivy leaves.

Alice had decorated most of the inside of her marquee reception with artificial flowers but her mum wanted to surprise her with a fresh flower archway for the entrance.

This was covered with locally sourced foliage including ivy and decorated with Quicksand and Ivory roses and gyp bunches.

The top had a lovely organza bow

The reception marquee was in the grounds of the wonderful Hackthorn Hall, a place I had not been to before but the village has family connections so it was lovely to see even on such a gray day.

I was also asked to provide a couple of thank you bouquets to give during the speeches in wedding colours.

If you are looking for a venue to hold your marquee reception then do have a look at Hackthorn Hall. They have just launched a new website and contact details.

If you like any of these designs and would like them to discuss how they would work for your wedding please contact us to book a consultation.

Are you looking for an archway? We have two styles the above metal arch or a rustic pole square frame. Both can be rented and covered in a variety of ways to suit your budget. Please ask us for more details.

Sandra X 

Mother's Day Hand tie workshop

This morning I want to tell you about the workshop I have coming up;

Mother's day flowers

Saturday 25th March

Come along to learn the techniques of creating a hand tied bouquet. We will go through step by step of putting these designs together. You will then be able to use this method each time you buy flowers for the home - making it easier to display in a vase.

There will be a variety of seasonal flowers and foliage aswell as all other materials required included. 
This workshop is perfectly timed to give as a gift for Mothering Sunday. Come along and make your display to give to mum or bring her along and spend a couple of flowery hours together.

All materials included and refrehments will be on hand throughout.

£35 per person payment on booking.

These are a selection from last year's workshop.

The course is held at An Shen Acupuncture at 26 West Parade, Lincoln, LN1 1JT and runs 2-4pm.

Pre booking is essential, places limited

Please book by ringing 07748095431 or you can book and pay online here

https://10to8.com/book/ezwwuk-free/

Any questions about this workshop please get in touch before you book.

All flowers will be yours to take away afterwards.

Looking forward to seeing you

Sandra X