This four-piece planter set will stand proud in any garden or on a patio or driveway. made from lightweight polypropylene, they are fully weatherproof & easier to manoeuvre & clean when empty than traditional earthenware pots with no fear of breakages either. The pattern, in a fluted column effect, will look perfect in any classical garden setting. Plants not included. ...

Joy, constancy, patience...the Victorians associated specific virtues with certain flowers & these in turn were linked to a particular month of the year. Such a charming idea deserved to be revived, which is what we've done with these beautiful blooms. ...

Christmas is all about tradition, but sometimes it's fun (and fashionable) to break with convention. Take this stunning seasonal ...

It's often said that music is the international language. So too is floral art. Because so many of the flowers & plants that we admire originated in the farthest-flung corners of the globe. & like music, flower arranging is all about composition & presentation, theme & accompaniment, balance & colour. Hostas
- like the ones featured in our rose & hosta centrepiece
- originated in Korea, yet they work so well with classic English roses. In unison they combine to create an arrangement that's self assured, confidently charismatic, with a timeless quality that suits every occasion & every season. Comfortable with being the centre of attention, it's an example of East & West in perfect harmony.

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Joy, constancy, patience...the Victorians associated specific virtues with certain flowers & these in turn were linked to a particular month of the year. Such a charming idea deserved to be revived, which is what we've done with our Rose Posy. Vibrant pink Roses inspired by the month of June, makes this a lovely arrangement for brightening up a dark corner & is sure to brighten someone's day! ...

Coolly elegant with an unmistakable touch of oriental exoticism, our porcelain stool complements all styles of décor, whether antique-traditional, contemporary-modern, or anything in between. Decorated in a style that dates back centuries, it features water lilies & koi carp as its design theme. Revered in Japan, the koi represents affection, loyalty & longevity. Which is highly appropriate, because we think you'll love this stool at first sight & continue to feel the same for many years to come. ...

Coolly elegant with an unmistakable touch of oriental exoticism, our porcelain umbrella stand complements all styles of décor, whether antique-traditional, contemporary-modern, or anything in between. Decorated in a style that dates back centuries, it features water lilies & koi carp as its design theme. Revered in Japan, the koi represents affection, loyalty & longevity. Which is highly appropriate, because we think you'll love this hall accessory at first sight & continue to feel the same for many years to come. ...

Make these 'ladies in red' top of the guest list for your next dinner party. Gorgeous in their crimson finery, they're equally at home when the mood is relaxed, at a noisy family gathering
- or for bringing an extra touch of romance to an intimate supper for two. Essentially, they have the happy knack of making any event a success, just by being there. Appreciating that punctuality is the politeness of kings, they're ready & waiting to be admired. All that's required is an invitation from you.
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Truly versatile, our rugosa rose stem is a great way to introduce a bit of drama to any arrangement. From smaller style statements to spectacular centrepieces, our silk stems can simple by dropped in a vase or gathered together to create exquisite arrangements. ...

This Regency pink phalaenopsis centrepiece harks back to the very stylish period that occurred at the end of the 18th century. Think Nash terraces, Empire line gowns, the novels of Jane Austen & you'll appreciate what we mean. It was a time when a huge variety of exotic plants were being discovered & brought back from the four corners of the earth. Like this phalaenopsis orchid in fact. An elegant centrepiece in its Regency glassware vase, it would even melt the heart of Mr Darcy. ...