Fresh Flower Blog
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Here you'll find the latest news on floral trends, tips on the best fresh flowers from Sydney Flower Markets today, flower care tips and discussion on all things floral!
To add your comments and questions, email marketing@pearsonsflorist.com.au
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Lilies Galore!
We have an abundance of lilies in our coolrooms! Enjoy these beautiful long stemmed blooms in a multitude of colours - pink, white, mauve and red. Most lilies have markings on them either with spots or brush strokes and all have 6 tepals on each flower. (Added 08/09/08 by Ruth S)
Spring Flower Demonstrations, Sydney
Come and join us at QVB, George Street on Tuesday 23 and Thursday 25 September, 12.30-1.30pm, for Pearsons annual spring flower demos. Its FREE to attend but booking is essential. Click here for details... See you there! (Added 03/09/08 by Jo R)
Question & Answer Time!
I want to get some peonies in late September, just wondering if they available in Sydney then?
Cheers,
P.C.
Hi P.C.
Thank you for your email. The main season for peonies is October and November, however you may be able to get them in late September depending on how the season turns out. All the best! (Added 01/09/08 by Ruth S)
Blooming News - Spring 2008
Blooming News is your seasonal guide to all that's happening at Pearsons School of Floristry. The spring 2008 edition is out now. Click here to download Blooming News and read more about Pearsons School of Floristry at www.pearsonsschool.com.au (Added 27/08/08 by Jo R)
NSW Training Awards Finalist
Pearsons School of Floristry is a finalist for the NSW Small Training Provider of the Year 2008 by the Department of Education and Training (DET). The winner will be announced at a gala dinner on 4 September at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Center, stay tuned for an update! (Added 25/08/08 by Ruth S)
Bernie's Beauties...
Pearsons' director Bernard sources the very best quality fresh flowers from our growers, then our talented international team of florists create beautiful arrangements that celebrate nature's creations. This week, Bernie's recommendations for the most beautiful seasonal flowers are:
1. Super long-lasting anthiriums, as featured in our August online special offer 'Sublime'
2. Lilies are always elegant, and look gorgeous in 'Sanctuary' from our Designer Collection or for cool simplicity have a look at White Chic...
3. Everybody loves tulips and they are are at their very best right now! 'Tempting Tulips'
(Added 14/08/08 by Jo R)
Warm colours for winter!
Given the chilly weather of late, here is an idea to warm things up...surround yourself with warm colours in your home and office space. Colour plays an integral part in design and from a florists’ point of view, flowers with a warm tone can do wonders to your mood and emotions. Flowers that come in a variety of warm colours for the season include vibrant gerberas, classic roses and stunning tulips which come in colours such as orange, red, yellow and mauve. (Added 11/08/08 by Jo R)
Daffodil Day – 22 August 2008
Pearsons Florist proudly supports the Cancer Council and Daffodil Day this year, by donating 50% of daffodil sales from our ‘Gift of Hope’ arrangement during 18-22 August 2008. Furthermore, 50% of daffodil sales will also be donated when purchasing bunches of daffodils from any Pearsons Florist store on Daffodil Day. Daffodil Day has been run nationally in Australia since 1992 and the daffodil flower is the international symbol for hope. (Added 07/08/08 by Ruth S)
Fun Floristry Course 30 September – 28 October 2008
Pearsons School of Floristry offers a wide range of fun and creative courses for the budding florist in you. The Introduction to Floristry B (Beautiful Blooms Course) will enable you to create a total of 5 arrangements which will be sure to impress your family and friends! To see the topics covered for this course or for enquiries please visit www.pearsonsschool.com.au or call the School on (02) 9550 7755. (Added 04/08/08 by Emma F)
Lost Gardens of Sydney Exhibit 09 August – 30 November 2008
The Museum of Sydney will be hosting the Lost Gardens of Sydney exhibit opening on the 09 August 2008. This exhibit will explore Sydney’s gardening heritage through the years. The Historic Houses Trust is giving you the chance to win one of five double passes. To join, simply email competition@hht.net.au with Pearsons Florist in the subject line. Only the winners will be contacted. For more information regarding the exhibit please visit www.hht.net.au (Added 28/0708 by Ruth S)
Unusual & creative containers!
A simple flower arrangement can be transformed into something unique by using different containers that make a statement! The arrangement pictured below makes a nice and creative present for the tea lover in your family! (Added 24/07/08 by Ruth S)
Floristry Fashion!
Just like clothing fashions change every season on the catwalk, so is the case in the floristry world! This year, the word is out...big blooms are in vogue! Pink rose varieties such as ‘Topaz’ and ‘Pink Intuition’ have blooms on average of 6.5 cm. For those that like traditional white roses, ‘Anastasia’ and ‘Talea’ have blooms that are nearly 8 cm at its peak! (Added 22/07/08 by Deb D)
Roses! Roses!
Our flower growers have pruned their rose crops for the season! We have fresh from the flower markets, the last of their crops in a variety of beautiful colours such as white, purple, pink, red, apricot, fuschia and elegant two- toned colours. Talk to our expert florists about creating a special arrangement to delight the rose enthusiast in your family! (Added 17/07/08 by Ruth S)
Fresh from the Flower Markets!
Straight from the flower markets this morning...Pearsons Florist has an abundance of magnificent tulips and sweet-scented freesias! (Added 14/07/08 by Gary)
Question & Answer Time!
Hi there,
I just wanted to ask some advice on how to make my cut flower arrangements last longer?
Thank you,
Wilted flowers
Hi Wilted Flowers,
Thank you for your question. There are general guidelines you can follow to help flowers last longer. Firstly, Pearsons Florist recommends using the flower food (provided upon purchase) diluted in a vase of lukewarm water. If this is not available, you can substitute the flower food for 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, sugar, aspirin or bleach which will help hinder the growth of bacteria and feed the flowers.
Also, when you change the water every other day, cut about 2 cm off the flower stems on an angle with sharp secateurs or a knife and remove all leaves below the waterline. Lastly, keep the flowers away from direct sunlight, other heat sources and draughts as this can all affect the blooms!
For more tips on flower and plant care, visit our Flower and Plant Care page. (Added 11/07/08 by Ruth S)
Flowers and our workplace!
Apart from the incredible beauty we all admire from flowers, there is growing scientific research being conducted around the positive emotional impact they have on our well-being! A recent university research study has shown that flowers and plants in the workplace provide employees with a happier working environment! This has contributed to an increase in idea generation, more creative problem solving skills and overall better work performance and productivity! (Added 03/07/08 by Jo R)
Spring is here early!
Bring a touch of spring into your home early, with beautifully scented Freesias! Fresh from the flower market, Freesias are available in a spectacular array of colours – purple, white, yellow and mauve. Did you know that Freesias originated in South Africa and got its name from Dr Freese (1785-1876), a local from Kiel in Germany. (Added 01/07/08 by Ruth S)
Visit me at ESP Sydney next week!
I'll be at stand 63 - come and visit me for your chance to win a beautifil bouquet or a 5-week introduction to floristry course. I'll also be giving away flowers to the lucky first 50 people to visit the stand each day. ESP is the event for EAs and PAs, Sydney Exhibition Centre 2 & 3 July. See www.espevent.com.au. (Added 26/6/08 by Marcel N)
Fresh from the flower market today...
In season and beautiful right now...Tulips! We have tulips in yellow, orange, red, pink and stunning white too. Did you know... Tulips originate from the Middle East and their name comes from the Turkish word for a turban.
(Added 25/6/08 by Jo R)
To add your comments and questions, email marketing@pearsonsflorist.com.au