Fashion Flowers For Summer - On The Move

< Gerbera

Ten years ago few people had ever heard of gerberas and now they are a firm favourite!
These daisy-like flowers are popular for their playful look and for the variety of colours they are now available in.

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Strelitzia >

Strelitzia are commonly known as 'Bird of Paradise', as these brightly-coloured flowers resemble the head and beak of an exotic bird with a brilliant orange and blue crest.

These showy tropical flowers are borne singly on very long, thick strong stems. Make sure the vase or container you display them in is sturdy enough to take the weight of the stems and flower heads.

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< Rudbeckia

Rudbeckia originates from North America and is named after Swedish botanist Olaus Rudbeck.

It is a commercially cultivated flower but is still closely related to the wild flower Black-eyed Susan.

Chrysanthemum >

Novelty forms of chrysanthemum, such as the button-headed ones shown here, have a modern fun look which make them a must have flower for summer arrangements.

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< Leucanthemum

Leucanthemum flowers (or 'Ox-eye Daisies' as they're more commonly known) have been cultivated since 1596, and are also a widespread verge and hedgerow flower.

Its charming, daisy-like features make it a popular choice for summer.

Veronica >

The open, airy shape of the flower and its stem, brings an interesting shape and texture to arrangements.

The dainty flower tips of Veronica curve ever so slightly on straight, long stems, in a manner reminiscent of the gently bending snapdragon, its cousin.