Hello summer flowers, warm rays of sunshine, tickly blades of grass and freckles on your nose. Hello floaty floral dresses, red-painted toenails and ice-cold lemonade. Oh summer, how we’ve been waiting for you! That’s why we’ve put together a round-up full of sunny inspiration, the loveliest DIYs, tastiest recipes and summery tips with flowers in the starring role, so you can feel, smell and taste the season. Read on and get inspired!
Summer flowers in your vase
When you think of summer flowers, Sunflowers and Gladioli probably spring to mind, but there are plenty of other flowers that shine in the warmest season of the year! How about these 9 typical summer flowers, for example? Also lovely: combine flowers with summer plants from your own garden, or balcony, for a relaxed bouquet that will instantly lift your mood.
Create that ultimate holiday feeling at home. With typical summer flowers!
4 summer bouquets for holiday vibes
No summer holiday planned, still counting down, or already back from your break? And fancy bringing that holiday feeling into your home? Flowers can do just that! We’d love to point you towards these 4 beautiful summer bouquets that will transport you to your favourite holiday destination, and we’re curious to see whether you can pick a favourite!
SPF for your flowers
A summery bouquet instantly brings colour and atmosphere into your home. And naturally, you’ll want to enjoy it for as long as possible! Take a look at these tips and basic rules for keeping flowers looking beautiful in your vase for longer, and be sure to check how to protect your flowers from the summer heat too.
Summery recipes with edible flowers
Does summer leave you wanting more? Head into the kitchen and create a garden-inspired grazing board. For a sweet dessert this summer, serve this utterly delicious pavlova with red fruit and edible flowers. Also lovely: bring a little magic to the table with a thirst-quenching coconut and Lavender mocktail, or surprise your kids with sunny flower lollies.
Drying summer flowers?
Want to enjoy your summer flowers for as long as possible? Dry them! Find out here which flowers are suitable for drying and discover which drying method suits the flowers, and you.
How are (summer)flowers grown?
Curious to know where the summer flowers in your vase come from and how they are grown? Take a look inside the greenhouse, where growers proudly share the growing process, their innovations and, above all, their passion with you! Discover how colourful Gerberas are grown, peek behind the greenhouse glass at fragrant Lathyrus, or admire a greenhouse full of top-quality Lilies.
