Have you ever wondered how florists possess such beautiful flowers during the winter?
So what do you do when you need roses in December or gerberas in February. These flowers do not grow naturally in the UK during the winter months, but speak to a resourceful florist with access to out of season flowers and you can enjoy these wonderful blooms all year round.
Beautiful flowers for every occasion
Whether you are planning a winter wedding or you need an assortment of out of season flowers for Christmas such as a table centrepiece, florists will be able to source some of the best quality flowers available. A good florist will be up at the crack of dawn so that they can get the pick of the bunch from the flower market. This is where many of the out of season flowers can be found.
If you are after a particular flower that is not available at the flower market, there are now many websites that can source the right blooms and send them to your florist direct fresh and ready to arrange.
Flowers from around the world on your doorstep
Many florists source their flowers from Holland (around 80% can be sourced from there) and even as far away as North America and Australia. Roses during the colder months can be sourced from warmer climes such as Africa and Ecuador. Many of the filler flowers and foliage, such as palm leaves, are tropical based and will almost always come from Africa and south american regions. Of course, there may be occasions when the flower you want is just not available and in these cases your florist will suggest some really good alternatives or even silk recreations of your favorite flower.
Some of the most popular out of season flowers in the UK include roses, peonies, lilies, gerberas and spring flowers like daisies and tulips. These all look amazing as table decorations or in a bouquet so it’s no surprise that they are so popular all year round. A florist will be able to give you lots of advice on what looks best and may also suggest some wonderful winter foliage such as holly, laurel or eucalyptus to add a seasonal feel.
And with the winter wedding season almost upon us, it doesn’t mean you have to compromise with your flowers. Whether you are getting married at Christmas or in the New Year, your florist will be able to find those colourful, vibrant and fresh out of season flowers that will leave everybody wondering how you managed to find such gorgeous floral decorations.
