Tulip
Yellow flowers are real mood-boosters: they bring sunshine indoors and instantly give any room more energy. Whether you want to brighten up a gloomy corner, put together a birthday bouquet or simply add a splash of colour to your desk, yellow flowers are guaranteed to make you smile. Many varieties are also affordable and available almost all year round. In this list, you’ll find ten yellow favourites, complete with identifying features, availability and styling tips. Read on and discover which radiant flowers are perfect for your vase!
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Sunflower
At number 1 is the sunny king of summer: the Sunflower. This summery showstopper has large yellow ray florets surrounding a dark brown centre and can grow up to 80 cm tall. Like little suns in your home.
Sunflowers are available from June to October. Place the sturdy stems in a tall, stable vase with plenty of water. A single flower already makes a bold statement, while combining it with something like Dill creates a charming cottage look.
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Daffodil
Daffodils announce the arrival of spring with a trumpet-shaped centre surrounded by six petals. Their colour ranges from buttery yellow to almost white with a yellow trumpet, while their fresh scent is reminiscent of the outdoors.
This spring favourite is available in spring. Keep fresh Daffodils separate for the first 24 hours, as their sap can make other flowers wilt more quickly. After that, you can safely add them to a mixed bouquet or let them shine on their own.
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Tulip
The Tulip is easy to recognise by its neat, cup-shaped flower on a smooth green stem. Available in shades ranging from soft pastel yellow to vibrant lemon yellow.
You can buy Tulips from January to May at garden centres, florists or supermarkets. Cut the stems straight across and place them in cold water. Bear in mind that they’ll continue to grow by a few centimetres. For a fresh contrast, combine them with Grape Hyacinths or a sprig of Eucalyptus.
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Rose
Yellow Roses have classic, layered petals in shades ranging from fresh lemon yellow to rich gold and, depending on the variety, give off a subtle fragrance.
Yellow Roses are available all year round. Cut the stems at an angle and remove any leaves below the waterline. For a modern look, arrange small groups of Roses in identical, narrow vases.
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Gerbera
Gerberas come in countless colours, including yellow. They have a long, sturdy stem and a daisy-like flower, with or without a dark centre. Yellow Gerberas range from soft vanilla to dazzling bright yellow.
Available all year round. Keep the water level low so that only the ends of the stems are submerged, helping to prevent bacterial growth. Place a bunch of Gerberas in the same colour in a vase for a clean, striking look, or combine them with other flowers for a playful bouquet.
Gerbera
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Craspedia
Craspedia, also known as drumsticks, has round flower heads around two centimetres wide on slender stems. Its intense ochre-yellow colour hardly fades.
Craspedia is widely available from April to November. The little spheres dry beautifully, so don’t throw them away once the water has run out. Combine them with Pampas Grass for a boho look or add them to a playful wildflower-style bouquet
Craspedia
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Freesia
Freesias form elegant clusters of funnel-shaped little flowers that grow along one side of the stem. These flowers come in all kinds of colours, including yellow. Yellow Freesias come in fresh lemon shades and give off a wonderfully sweet fragrance.
Available all year round, with a peak in spring. Cut the stems at an angle, place them in lukewarm water without overfilling the vase, and refresh the water regularly. That way, you bring not only a sunny splash of colour into your home, but a natural fragrance too.
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Alstroemeria
The Alstroemeria, also known as the Peruvian Lily, produces several flowers per stem, each with delicate stripes or markings. This variety comes in a range of colours, including cheerful yellow, and is known for its long vase life.
The flower is available all year round, with a peak in summer. Remove faded flowers so that new buds can open. Combine the slender stems with airy leafy branches for a loose, playful bouquet.
Alstroemeria
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Calla
The Calla (Zantedeschia) stands out thanks to its smooth, funnel-shaped flower. The flower is available in many different colours. Callas also come in various shades of yellow, from fresh lemon to deep mustard.
Callas are available from March to October at garden centres, florists and supermarkets. Refresh the water regularly to help them last even longer. Combine Callas with other large flowers in a spacious vase for a playful effect, or choose just a few stems in a tall cylindrical vase for elegant simplicity.
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Solidago
Solidago, also known as Goldenrod, has branching stems covered in small, fluffy flowers in warm golden yellow, adding airy movement and splashes of colour to any bouquet.
The flower is available all year round, with a peak in late summer, and drinks plenty of water. So make sure to top up the vase regularly. Use Solidago as a light, sunny frame around larger flowers or place a bunch on its own in a vase for a true wildflower bouquet feel.
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