A Profusion of Purple...

The morning light tip toes across the shop's concrete floor and gently nudges awake each bloom.

French Lilac, Helleborus, Anemones, Freesia, Kangaroo Paw and Gloriosa Lilies.

Even their names hint at the promise of things to come.

Such is the beauty of flowers...

Helleborus

Lilac

Protea

Mokara Orchid

Bridal Piano Roses

Forget me Not

Thistle

Clematis

Hyacinth

Anemone

Star Gazer Lily

Freesia

Roses

Carnation

Wax Flower

Amaryllis

Rannunculus

Eucalyptus

Kangaroo Paw

Tulip

Roses

The Owl and The Pussycat

I first saw Kangaroo Paw in Boston more than a decade ago. It was the deepest crimson brown in colour; 

I had never seen anything so fanciful. The soft buds were both delicate and furry to the touch and I couldn't help but wonder why nature created something so whimsical. Do you know?

Seeing the branches arrive, with drops of sunshine at their tips, makes me grin and reminds me of a childhood rhyme; I love that we have it in the shop this week. Of course in limited quantities just for you.

 Kangaroo Paw

 Helleborus

Clematis 

Roses - Bridal Piano 

Amaryllis 

Peonies - Sarah Bernhardt

Thistle

Carnations

Hydrangeas

Blackberries

Protea

Après la pluie, il fait soleil

To Ellen

For over a decade we have received our flowers on a Thursday. And for over a decade, Ellen and Bob and the team at the Boston flower market have been a guiding force in sourcing our flowers from the far reaches of the earth. Ellen handles my questions with grace and humour but above all, with patience. I know that a huge part of our success is due to her. The snow storms on the east coast have been especially fierce and most people encouraged to stay safely at home. With careful management and the floral teams' dedication to what they do, they have collectively ensured our flowers were sent in perfect condition, a day later. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I can't wait to see what arrives.  

Loose French translation: After the rain, the sun shines    

Double Lisianthus 

Cymbidium Orchid 

Pussy Willow 

Viburnum 

Blue Hydrangea 

White Hydrangea 

Amaryllis 

Rose 

Freesia 

Calla Lily 

Rose