We’ve been working with this celosia today – textured like velvet & a vibrant pink. It looks amazing against these deep, aubergine dahlias. I have fond memories of my grandfather, getting the scissors from the kitchen drawer & leading me, holding hands, into his garden to let me choose some dahlias he’d grown. It was… Continue reading Florist in Holborn
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send a bouquet in Holborn, London WC1
The flowers are looking decidedly autumnal now. We have our first delivery of gourds, baby pumpkins & tiny green apples tomorrow – a reminder that Halloween is just around the corner. The cymbidium orchids & anthuriums are long-lasting, & look fabulous withChinese lanterns & gourds. You can call us on 020 7831 6776, email janet@stemsfloraldesign.com,… Continue reading send a bouquet in Holborn, London WC1
Riverbank flowers
I had a lovely walk with my dear friend, Maria by the riverbank at Eton College today. We reminisced, sat beside a little bay on the Thames, skimmed a few stones & picked some wild flowers. There’s a fairy-tale view of Windsor Castle from there. The sun was shining, but the grass was still damp… Continue reading Riverbank flowers
Flowers for events
This was a table centre for an anniversary party at The Bloomsbury Ballroom. It was a surprise for the wife. All her friends & family were gathered for the event. We used Grand Prix roses, Memory Lane roses, white lisianthus, hydrangea, phalaenopsis orchids, poppy heads & grasses, with pistache foliage. We love the challenge of… Continue reading Flowers for events