Five garden roses perfect for gift bouquets

Calling all florists and floral designers! Before you become snowed under with The Big Three (Valentines, International Women’s’ Day and Mother’s Day) let’s talk roses – the unsung heroes of our craft (not that we are biased). When it comes to creating bouquets that leave a lasting impression, the right rose can make all the […]

Pantone’s 2024 Colour of the Year – Peach Fuzz

We’re sure by now you’ve all heard about the new 2024 Pantone colour of the year. It’s none other than the stunning Peach Fuzz! And let me tell you, it’s a total game changer. Last year we were delighted with Viva Magenta but this year, we’re ecstatic – such a fabulous colour.   First off, […]

Top Three Red Roses for Christmas

In a recent conversation with our Sales Manager, Pieter, we uncovered his top three picks for Christmas roses in 2023. Although the list was shorter than expected, each selection boasts a deep, warm, luxurious, and rich red, perfect for the holiday season. If these choices don’t quite match your preferences, please explore our full collection […]

Uncovering Floral Beauty at Parfum Flower Company

My recent journey to Parfum Flower Company in Aalsmeer, Netherlands, was a feast for the senses and a deep dive into the floral realm. Amidst fragrant roses and fields bursting with colours, I not only discovered the beauty of flowers but also immersed myself in the warm welcome of their team. During my stay, I […]

What Makes a Rose Fragrant: A Peek into Nature’s Perfume Factory

Roses, those timeless symbols of love and beauty, have delighted our senses for centuries. When you bury your nose in a fresh bouquet or stroll through a rose garden, you can’t help but be swept away by their intoxicating fragrance. But have you ever paused to wonder, “What makes a rose fragrant?” Well, dear rose […]

Floral Workshops with Katya Hutter at our Fragrant Garden

Who is Katya Hutter?  Katya Hutter is a floral designer based in Amsterdam specialising in creating luxury and artistic floral decors for private clients, weddings & events, and the fashion industry. Her style is lush, abundant, and surprising. Her flower arrangements are seasonal and nature-inspired, with an artistic flair. Katya is greatly inspired by the […]

Pantone’s 2023 Colour of the year – Viva Magenta

With a name like that, you know straight off that this is a colour to be celebrated! Pantone’s 2023 Colour of the year, is just stunning and works so well with so many of our roses. Taken from the official Pantone website, because, well we couldn’t write it better ourselves. “Viva Magenta is brave and […]

Wedding rose Leonora at City Wedding

We are delighted to share this gorgeous wedding shoot designed by the team at David Austin Wedding Roses and featuring one of their newest off-white garden roses Leonora. She is a natural beauty and since the release of Leonora in 2019, she really has taken the floral world by storm.  We are very fortunate to […]

New Video: From Bud to Open Bloom

Video from Bud to Open Bloom David Austin Wedding Roses

We are pleased to premiere a new information video ‘From Bud to Open Bloom’ by David Austin Wedding Roses. Whether you are an experienced-hand, or are new to these glorious roses, the short video provides helpful ‘top tips’ and valuable information to benefit us all. A great start for the New Year.     Take a […]

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