{"id":293,"date":"2021-04-15T17:27:26","date_gmt":"2021-04-15T16:27:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bloominghaus.com\/spring-flowers-guide-uk\/"},"modified":"2024-11-27T12:14:45","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:14:45","slug":"spring-flowers-guide-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bloominghaus.com\/shop\/spring-flowers-guide-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Ultimate Guide To Spring Flowers In The UK (2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Looking for a fun and ultimate guide to spring flowers in the UK<\/strong>? You’re in luck!After a dark winter spent largely inside, the first blooms of spring always make our heart sing. :)The sunshine yellow daffodils and birds tweeting in the trees inspire hope all around.<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
It’s no surprise that around this time every year there is a surge of interest in floristry<\/strong> and caring for flowers in general.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Your Guide to Spring Flowers in The UK<\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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1. Working With The Seasons to Be More Sustainable<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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At Blooming Haus, our work is centered around sustainable floristry<\/strong>.We create luxury flower installations<\/a> that have maximum visual impact, while leaving a minimal impact on the environment<\/strong>.To do this well, we work with the seasons wherever possible… \u2026and you can too!<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Opting for blooms that are in season in your country reduces carbon emissions<\/strong> from importing flowers from abroad<\/strong>, or from the increased heating needed to grow out of season flowers<\/strong>.In the UK, we’re lucky to have a vibrant array of spring flora and fauna to choose from in spring.If you’re new to floristry, we understand knowing where to start isn’t always easy.That’s where we come in.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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2. Top Spring Flower Choices in the UK<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Have you heard of floriography?Put simply; it means sending secret messages with flowers.You can check out these meanings of flowers<\/a> when you’re looking for an arrangement.Red tulips are a declaration of love; daffodils signify new beginnings\u2026<\/strong> Red tulips are a declaration of love; daffodils signify new beginnings\u2026<\/strong> You get the idea.Of course, it’s not all about the meaning; colour is a crucial feature.More on that later…<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Tulip<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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When tulips start to bloom, spring has truly arrived.Their bold, bright blooms<\/strong> bring vitality to the air.Some say that their name symbolises a “turban” because of their shape. We prefer the \u201cdeep, perfect love<\/strong>\u201c, meaning that is often attributed to the tulip.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Colour range: <\/strong>Tulips come in a myriad of colours and different varieties.At Blooming Haus, Michal has a particular fondness<\/a> for the unusual parrot form of tulip.Perfect for<\/strong>: Spring weddings and engagements.Peak availability<\/strong>: December-April.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Hyacinth<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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This spring flower is as much about its famous perfume<\/strong> as its colour.So much so that hyacinths are often used in perfumes.They also bring a sense of fun and happiness<\/strong>. The pink hyacinth especially means \u201cplayful joy\u201d.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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\"Hyacinth<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Colour range<\/strong>: The colour range of hyacinths is broad and includes pink, white, deep blue, lilac, light blue and cerise.Perfect for<\/strong>: Joyful celebrations.Peak availability<\/strong>: November-May.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Peony<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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These regal looking flowers were originally used by Chinese Emperors.They are still often called “The King of Flowers<\/strong>“. Given this history, it\u2019s not surprising that peonies symbolise wealth, prosperity, and good luck.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Colour range<\/strong>: The most common colour for peonies is pink. You can also find these flowers in red, white and coral.Perfect for<\/strong>: Starting a prosperous and lucky marriage with a spring wedding<\/a>.Peak availability<\/strong>: April-June.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Daffodil (Narcissus)<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Most of us know the narcissus plant by the more common name daffodil.These early spring flowers signify rebirth and a new beginning<\/strong>. They are said to bring happiness.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Colour range<\/strong>: Bright yellow daffodils are the most common. They can also be found in white, gold and two-tone white and yellow.Perfect for<\/strong>: Spring weddings, a sense of optimism at corporate events.Peak availability<\/strong>: January-March.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Freesia<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Freesias originated in Africa but are now popular across the globe.They are named after Friedrich Heinrich Theodor Freese, a physician in 19th<\/sup> century Germany.The flower’s meaning is “trust and innocence<\/strong>.”<\/div>\r\n
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Freesias originated in Africa but are now popular across the globe.They are named after Friedrich Heinrich Theodor Freese, a physician in 19th<\/sup> century Germany.The flower’s meaning is “trust and innocence<\/strong>.”Colour range<\/strong>: The most common colour combination for freesias is yellow and white. But, you can also find them in orange, purple, red, and pink.Perfect for<\/strong>: Nature focussed and boho weddings.Peak availability<\/strong>: April-November.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Pansy<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Pansies are part of the viola family, but they have bigger and brighter flowers than many violas.The plant’s name comes from the French verb ‘penser’, meaning ‘to think’.So, these blooms symbolise remembrance as well as love and admiration<\/strong>.Yellow pansies signify happiness. A perfect spring vibe.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Colour range<\/strong>: Pansies have one of the widest colour varieties of all flowers. Their spectrum covers colours from yellow to violet. Some pansies are solid coloured; others have two or three shades.Perfect for<\/strong>: Table arrangements at a spring wedding to share your love with your guests.Peak availability<\/strong>: Early spring through to summer.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Iris<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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For a regal aura, there’s nothing better than the iris. This flower was first linked to the French monarchy in medieval times. Not surprisingly, it\u2019s said to mean\u00a0hope, wisdom, valour, and faith<\/strong>.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Colour range<\/strong>: Blue and purple are the most common colours for the iris. Other options range from white and pink to a dark, almost black shade.Perfect for<\/strong>: Making a bold statement at a wedding or corporate event.Peak availability<\/strong>: January-May.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Allium<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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The popularity of allium has grown over recent years. It’s a bloom that is definitely on-trend right now<\/strong>.The allium has a distinctive round head that really stands out.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Colour range<\/strong>: White, purple, light green, blue, and lavender.Perfect for<\/strong>: Stand-out table arrangements with originality.Peak Availability<\/strong>: Late spring.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Lilac<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Lilacs have a short natural blooming period at the start of spring, although they are grown commercially out of season.Their name refers to their familiar pale purple colour<\/strong>.These pretty and delicate blooms are said to signify renewal and confidence<\/strong>. In the picture below they are the purple flowers positioned carefully between the avalanche roses<\/a> and star-shaped clematis.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Colour range<\/strong>: The traditional shade of this flower is lilac, with variations in violet, blue, white, and magenta.Perfect for<\/strong>: Spring centric table arrangements and bouquets.Peak availability<\/strong>: Early spring.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Bluebell<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Bluebells are a familiar sight across the countryside. But you can’t pick these wildflowers.You can still have these flowers at your wedding or corporate event.In professionally crafted displays and bouquets<\/strong>.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Colour range<\/strong>: The most familiar colour for bluebells in the UK is blue-violet. However, paler blue, white and grey varieties also exist.Perfect for<\/strong>: Natural and simple spring wedding flowers.Peak availability<\/strong>: April-June.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Snowdrop<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Snowdrops are often one of the first signs that spring has arrived.They help us to welcome new growth and milder weather. A snowdrop\u2019s meaning is\u00a0hope, purity and rebirth<\/strong>.<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Colour range<\/strong>: White as snow.Perfect for<\/strong>: An extra spark of brightness and life in a spring bouquet.Peak availability<\/strong>: January-March.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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3. Spring Colour Combinations<\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Have you ever heard of the psychology of colour<\/strong>?It’s a thing.Colour has the power to impact the way we think and feel<\/a>!If we think of red, we imagine passion or danger; white signifies peace or purity\u2026Here are some of our recommendations for spring flower colour combinations you can try to create mood-boosting arrangement.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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A timeless classic<\/strong> that conveys pure beauty, elegance and grace.On a domestic or event level they also bring more light into a space.Brides who opt for a classic wedding may want to choose an all-white bouquet. Soft and fluffy Peonies<\/strong>\u00a0are a wedding favourite this time.<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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