From the traditional bunch of classic red roses, to a theatrical spectacle of fern fronds and striking blooms, a bouquet of flowers can be a timeless or show stopping gesture of friendship, celebration, or romance. Yet, not all bouquets are created equal. Sustainability credentials, community impact, artistic craft and founder vision may be paramount considerations when choosing where to source your flowers, but we’ve taken the thorn out of the task by rounding up a list of pioneering florists around the country who are creatively inventive, sustainability-minded and will deliver a bouquet worthy of any special occasion.
List curated by Kaeah Sen
With a treasure trove of a studio in the heart of the Kings Road, for over thirty years Lavender Green Flowers have been trusted by the cities top galleries and museums for their expertise and imaginative ethos. Lavender Green Flowers work directly with growers in the UK and abroad to ensure they buy from sensible organisations, with sustainability and fair working conditions a top priority. lavendergreen.co.uk
Based in London but in operation all over the UK, this award-winning flower company specialises in bringing bold bursts of colour to luxury weddings, events, and installations. The flowers are all sustainably sourced from the Floriston Flower Farm, which is lovingly run by Lucy Vail’s mother Amanda, and this close-knit relationship between farm and florist ensures that all plants are used, and waste is kept to a minimum. lucyvailfloristry.com
This award-winning florist uses seasonal flowers grown on their own English and Fairtrade farms. Not only do they offer same-day delivery on fresh bouquets across the London area, but they also offer bespoke services on weddings,
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