We built this flower wall on a moss and chicken wire base. It was covered with buxus, then roses, ranunculus, nigella, gyp, limonium and fern. It will dry – some elements better than others, and dependent upon the weather. Flowers can be added to keep it looking good. With so many fake flowers around nowadays,… Continue reading ECO FLOWER WALL
Author: janet
Jan founded Stems in London WC1 in 1985, after changing her career as a teacher/translator, & training as a florist in Sweden.
Her unique style, inspired by country walks, has been described as natural & wild, but with depth & sophistication.
From a simple, tiny posy to grand events at St. James's Palace, Jan loves creating beautiful arrangements.
The Garden at Stems of Windsor
We adopted this little patch of garden from the Council when we moved in in April 2021. It was basically a square of weeds and tall grass, with two beautiful, tall ash trees. As a new business, opened during the end of the pandemic, I was working on a very tight budget. I used to… Continue reading The Garden at Stems of Windsor
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Spring Flowers at Stems of Windsor The winter has been a cold one, with many frosty mornings and minus temperatures. Flowers are stored at 2 – 3 degrees, so they are happy with this weather, but we have not been able to put a display outside the shop. We did enjoy working at The Loch… Continue reading Untitled
Christmas Flowers at Stems of Windsor
We’ve been creating Christmas installations for hotels, pubs and restaurants since mid November. Next on the Christmas flower calendar comes wreath making. It’s traditionally the first feative addition to the home, and lasts throughout the season, hanging on our door outside. This little team want to prepare wedding flowers next spring, and wanted to practice… Continue reading Christmas Flowers at Stems of Windsor