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THE NOSEGAY: Flower Guide

 

 

ANTHURIUM

Anthrium


Pale green, green, creamy white and red, anthurium are available year round.  The round distinctive flower heads are made up of a flattened, shield shaped, petal-like bract known as a spathe.  Order at least one week prior to delivery to ensure availability.  Vase life is two weeks minimum.

 

 

BANKSIA

Banksia


Endemic to Australia, banksia protea make a striking impression with it’s saw-toothed leaves and cylindrical flower spike.  Popular in contemporary design, banksia last up to six weeks as a cut flower.

 

 

CALLA LILY

Calla Lily


Now available in a miniature variety and a wider selection of colors, calla remain a favorite for wedding work.

 

 

DAHLIA

Dahlia


Loved by gardeners, dahlia feature attractive foliage and bright flower heads in shades of white and cream to bright yellow and deep red.  Dahlia are available med summer to early autumn.

 

 

EUCALYPTUS

Eucalyptus


An aromatic green, gray foliage, eucalyptus is available year-round and adds an exotic touch to an arrangement.

FREESIA

Originating in South Africa, freesia are one of the most fragrant flowers.  Typically white or yellow,  freesia also delight a spring arrangement in shades of mauve, red and pink.

 

GLADIOLA

Gladiola


The name gladiolus comes from the Latin gladius (a sword) and refers to the long, sword-shaped foliage of most species.  Readily available summer through fall, gladiola are found in shites, pinks, reds, purples and now green.

 

HYDRANGEA

Hydrangea


A popular wedding flower, hydrangeas richly colored flower heads are available spring to autumn.  Colors range from white to deep pink, mauve to blue.

 

IRIS

Iris


Most commonly found as a cut flower in blue, iris are available commercially year round and add a distinctively spring touch to any bouquet.  Keep in a cool location to maximize vase life.

 

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KING PROTEA

King Protea


Flowers in large 12” heads surrounded by numerous, shingled, stiff, leathery bracts giving a cup-like appearance.  King protea are available in red and pink and are found year-round.

 

LISIANTHUS

Lisianthus


Commonly known as Texas bluebells, lisianthus are available spring to summer.  Eye catching blooms available in white, pink, lavender and violet blue last up to two weeks as a cut flower.

 

MUMS

Crysanthemum are one of the most popular flowers in the  world – next only to roses.  Mums bloom in various forms – daisy, poms button or spider and come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes.

 

NERINE

Nerine


Nerine is native to South Africa’s  coastal regions.  Enjoy a vase life of 10 to 14 days with these bright pink, lily –like blooms.

 

ORCHID

Orchid


Oncidium, dendrobium, cymbidium, mokara and aranda are the varieties found weekly in our shop.  Orchids are available year round and have excellent lasting power.  They make an excellent choice for any flower order.

 

PEONY

Peony


These large, cup-shaped flowers are available late spring to early summer in a variety of pinks and reds.  Full and fragrant, these blooms are a popular choice for wedding work.

 

QUEEN ANNE'S LACE

Queen Anne's Lace


Queen Anne’s lace features feathery leaves and a showy white flower shaped like and umbrella made up of many small flowers in a lace- like pattern. Choose Queen Anne’s when your bouquet requires a soft, romantic touch.

 

ROSE

Rose


Since Ancient times, roses have been valued for their beauty and fragrance.  Available weekly in a good variety of colors, roses remain a popular choice for anniversary and romantic gifts.

 

SUNFLOWER

Sunflower


The large, daisy-like flowers are available summer through fall and are a popular choice for autumn bouquets.  Sunflowers have a vase life of up to 7 days.

 

TULIPS

Tulip


Tulips have been cultivated for 3000 years with blooms that are unfailingly delightful!  Available December through May in a huge range of colors and varieties, tulips are a must for your spring orders!

 

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VBURNUM

Vburnum


Small, white to pale green flowers are displayed in dense clusters resembling a small hydrangea.  Available spring to early summer, viburnum bring interest to spring bouquets.

 

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ZINNIA

Part of the daisy family, zinnia add a lively touch to summer bouquets. Color range is extensive through the warm tones – yellows, pinks, oranges and reds.