All About Iris: Everything You Wanted to Know, and More!
From the majestic Iris germanica to the delicate Iris ensata, the diversity of irises never fails to inspire awe and admiration. Whether gracing a garden border, pondside, or floral bouquet, irises captivate us with their beauty and grace. Known for their striking blooms and elegant structure, irises are cherished by gardeners, flower enthusiasts, and florists. For those who share their
Cut Flower Gardens: Planting the Best and Brightest Blooms
Looking to add a burst of colour and fragrance to your garden? Planting cut flower varieties in the spring is the perfect way to build your supply of blooms for your home and to share with loved ones in the summer! Fresh flowers, simple as they may be, always cheer up a space. During the dark winter months, a vase
Elevate Your Spring Bouquets: Create a Stunning Cut Flower Garden!
There's something magical about a vase filled with fresh-cut flowers. Spring is a season of new beginnings, and what better way to celebrate this renewal than by planting a colourful cut flower garden? Fall is the time to start planning your spring-cut flower garden. If you're not sure where to start, we've got you covered. In this blog, we'll walk
Create Simple and Stunning Perennial Bouquets
When perennials are in full bloom, it is the perfect time to create beautiful simple, and stunning perennial bouquets so that you can enjoy your flowers both inside and out! With so many different perennial flowers, it can be hard to pick out the best ones to use for your cut flower bouquet. Look no further as this list will give
Best Roses for Your Cut Flower Garden
There is nothing quite as beautiful as a fresh garden rose in your favourite vase, giving off the most perfect fragrance and making a colourful statement in your home. Planting roses for cutting is a great way to have fresh flowers in your home, and while it may seem like an intimidating task, with the right knowledge and information you can
New for Spring at Florissa!
The new year is well underway, and that means it's almost time to get back into the garden. During the darker, cold winter days, all we can think about is those sunny spring days in the garden! Enjoying blooms, fruits, and vegetables that you've grown is such a reward. Best of all, trying new varieties in your garden is so
8 Magenta Plants for Your Garden
Long live magenta! Every year Pantone comes out with a Colour of the Year. This year, the colour is Viva Magenta. This vibrant yet deep magenta pink can be found in so many different plant families. So why not try out magenta plants in your garden? With lilies, hemerocallis, astilbe, dahlias and more available in magenta hues, you’ll be able
Favourites for Fall: What’s on Our ‘Must Plant’ Lists
A favourite quote from Audrey Hepburn is “to plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” Nothing is more the case than planting bulbs in the fall with the promise of blooms, 4-6 months away in spring. The fall planting season is always an exciting time. There are so many bulbs to choose from. Shopping for spring flowering varieties is
Top 10 Fall Bulbs for a Spring Cut Flower Garden
Having a cut flower garden is so rewarding! There is nothing better than bringing your homegrown flowers indoors to enjoy. Bouquets of flowers bring instant colour to a room and make the perfect gift for friends and family. There are so many flowers available it seems like an endless selection. However not all flowers are best for cutting, so we’re here
Creating Bright and Bold Spring Flower Bouquets
It's my favourite time of year