Seasonal cut flowers grown in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria – flowers without airmiles
Seasonal cut flowers grown in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria – flowers without airmiles
Recently, while delivering flowers I got talking to a gentleman on the subject of compost. I said “well, I use Dalefoot compost; of course, it’s peat free….” He said, “What is all the fuss about peat free anyway” (or words to that effect”). This was …
Here is a mini gallery of some of the perennial and biennial flowers that I grow for May flowers…….I hope this helps people who are looking to buy flowers and wonder what’s in season in Cumbria, and couples planning their May weddings who want to …
Early May sees the last of the tulips, and the very welcome first perennials, giving us scope for bouquets like this: Perennials include Bistort, Heuchera and Hosta leaves, lovely geums, and perennial cornflowers. Not forgetting the first biennials either, Hesperis and Forget- Me-Nots. Also it’s …
It’s Narcissi time! Narcissi (Daffodils) come in many forms; different colours, heights and shapes. Perfect for weddings, Mothering Sunday and bringing a bit of cheer and hope after the Winter months. Can be paired with wonderful coloured twigs, and maybe some pussy willow.
If you are a florist looking for seasonal Cumbrian grown flowers, please do get in touch! Please email me if you would like to be added on to my availablity list for 2020. My main growing season is between April and October, however, I can …
