Is there such a thing as a 100% safe investment? Looking at the alternative 'stock market' in general, & this white stem in particular, the answer would seem to be yes. Perfect for adding lightness & brightness to mixed displays, our stocks are so easy to arrange. Just drop them into your favourite tall vase & watch the interest grow. ...

The designs for Bloom arrangements are usually inspired by the countryside, cottage gardens, flower shows & the grounds of country houses. But every once in a while there's an exception. & this tulip & hydrangea centrepiece is a good example of what we mean. In this case the muse derives from the stunning displays that decorate the most prestigious establishments in London's Bond Street. Here, in shops that showcase the latest & most desirable garments & accessories, you'll find floral arrangements that are the very epitome of elegance, style & exclusivity. The elegance & style of our tulip & hydrangea centrepiece are obvious from the photograph. ...

Frothier & less formal than the more regimented varieties, white parrot tulips are reminiscent of Chantilly lace & ballroom petticoats. Bright & white as soap suds, these are a definite designer's choice with an almost magical ability to lighten a room & lift the mood. Easy to arrange
- you simply drop them into a favourite jug or vase
- for an instant sunny summertime display.

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It's no secret that red roses mean true love. But in floriology
- that's the language of flowers
- there are many meanings that

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One of the joys of flower arranging is discovering new & original combinations. This melange of roses, pears & berries is a perfect example of what we mean. The contrast between the pure, creamy white of the rose petals & the ripe, rounded tactile quality of the pears is both unusual & very satisfying. Reminiscent of an old-fashioned country garden
- where rambling roses climbing through fruit trees was a popular feature
- our new centrepiece will look stunning on a deep windowsill or a hall table to welcome visitors. & if they're intrigued by roses & pears together you can always impress them with your botanical knowledge. Pear trees & rose bushes belong to the same family.

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The Edwardians had a thing about the aspidistra. In the 1970s rubber plants were all the rage. That's the problem with fashionable plants, one minute they're à la mode
- the next, positively passé. Roses, by contrast, are timeless. Two thousand years ago, Nero
- in his more agreeable moods
- liked to shower his guests with rose petals. In the 15th century the unification of the royal houses of Lancaster & York was symbolised by the red & white Tudor rose. & Empress Josephine whiled away the hours growing roses when her husb&, Napoleon, was conquering Europe. It would seem that the appeal of roses is universal
- as is their ability to adapt to each & every trend. Take this new rose arrangement for instance. A stunning combination of classic roses in a contemporary cube vase, it will look effortlessly stylish in a sitting room or study, office reception or guest bedroom. We'd like to think that Henry & Josephine would have approved. As for Nero
- it's hard to say. He was a bit unpredictable...




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A timeless classic. Our White Rose Cube immediately injects effortless style with minimal effort. Handcrafted & presented in a contemporary glass cube vase. Roses always manage to adapt to each & every trend, when paired with a contemporary vase it is an arrangement that will be everlasting- just like Bloom&8217;s flowers! It is sure to look perfect as an accent piece on a mantelpiece or coffee table. ...

Nature designed the petals of the phalaenopsis to attract pollinating tropical moths. Every detail of this fascinating & beautiful orchid has been faithfully recreated & surrounded by mossy earth in an elegant glass bowl vase. Place yours where its delicate translucent flowers have the greatest effect: in a dark hall, landing or to offer a softening touch to the clinical decor of a bathroom. ...

' There's a lark singing in the cornflower-blue sky as children gather flowers for our meadow bouquet.' That's the mood & image captured by this charming arrangement
- inspired by Robert Browning's ' Oh to be in Engl&, now that April's there.' Vibrant & so fresh you would think it was cut from the hedgerows this morning, this glorious array of wild flowers & foliage gives you the best of April
- along with May, June & July
- for as long as you like.


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Dancing oncidium orchid
- if that sounds a little fanciful, wait until you see this enchanting silk flower 'perform' in your own
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