News — in-season flowers

All bloom lovers, head up! May is an enchanting time of year in Australia. As we are moving towards the middle of autumn, the weather starts to cool down and the gardens begin to bloom with the delightful blooms of the season. If you're planning for a blooming day or to brighten up your house, you won't want to miss the opportunity to take advantage of some of the breathtaking flowers that are in season this month.

Carnations

What's the biggest event in May? Mother's Day! What's the most popular flower for Mother's Day? Carnations! 

Since Anna Jarvis founded Mother's Day for the first time, the carnation has been intimately associated with Mother's Day, as a symbol of illustrating mom’s eternal love for her children and honouring the sacrifices of mothers around the world. Luckily, as carnations flower from late spring to autumn, we are so grateful to enjoy locally grown carnations in May and on Mother's Day. 

Beyond Mother's Day, with its vibrant colours and distinctive shape, carnations are also a favourite among gardeners and flower enthusiasts alike. They're also relatively easy to grow and care for, making them a great choice for anyone looking to add a splash of colour to their garden or their home place.  

Lily of the Valley

Tiny, cute, and fragrant, the bell-shaped lily of the valley might be the ultimate wedding flower when it comes to May for every dearly beloved bride (including the famous Princess Diana of England). In Latin, its scientific name “Convallaria Majalis” denotes “Valley of the May”, which explains why it’s so popular for May weddings.

In Roman and Greek mythology, the lily of the valley is associated with Apollo, the God of the Sun, as people believed that he designed this flower as a ground cover so that his nymphs would have a comfortable area to walk when they passed the Montparnasse. 

In the flower language, this flower is related to good luck in the new season, a sign of fertility and prosperity, or humility and sweetness based on different cultural backgrounds, making them a perfect gift to people you intend to see happy and prosperous. 

Chrysanthemum

When it comes to Mother’s Day in Australia, we cannot skip the most identical bloom, Chrysanthemum. With its short abbreviation which is commonly called “mums” by all florists, it has become the official Mother’s Day flower in Australia, despite carnation being for the entire world.

Blooming in May in Australia, Chrysanthemum is also one of the most classical autumn flowers. From "big mama" disbud chrysanthemums to spray chrysanthemums that mimic daisies, from a deep red to a brilliant blueish purple, from symbolising brightness and happiness to long life and good fortune, the vibrant, cheerful colours and distinctive shapes of chrysanthemums make them a perfect choice for every occasion.

Tulips

Tulips, to love!!! Even though it might not be frequently listed among the popular types of flowers, it doesn’t change how beautiful and delightful they are in any way. For hundreds of years, tulips have gained notoriety thanks to their magnificent spring performance (for Australian flower lovers, we can enjoy its beauty in both Spring and Autumn). As early as the 1500s, Turkey's Royal Court venerated tulips as its emblem. When they first arrived in the Netherlands in the early 1600s, they caused a stir everywhere they went. A single 'Semper Augustus' tulip bulb was worth more than Amsterdam's most costly home in 1637.

As a truly extraordinary flower, it has been a source of inspiration for art, poetry, and emotion throughout its romantic history. The tulip has become a global obsession, pushing the boundaries of flower power, and truly deserves the title of "Queen of Bulbs." 

Protea repens 

 The stunning Protea repens, sometimes known as the Common Sugarbush, is a member of the Proteaceae family and is native to South Africa. This evergreen shrub has unusual, ornate flowers that are available in pink and scarlet hues, and it may grow up to two metres in height. The tall, pointed bracts that encircle the cylindrical flowers give them a distinctive and eye-catching appearance. To produce its magnificent blooms, Protea repens needs full sun exposure and thrives in such an environment. It's a well-liked option for both gardeners and florists, and its blossoms are frequently used in bouquets, floral arrangements, and other decorative contexts.

Let the finest seasonal flowers from Amazing Graze Flowers fill your house or place of business in May with beauty and delight. The May Baby, our most recent creation, is a painstakingly created floral arrangement made with the finest in-season blossoms. The May Baby bouquet is a fantastic option whether you want to surprise your loved ones, dazzle your friends, thank your clients, or add a touch of elegance to your workspace. Order this gorgeous arrangement right away, and we'll take care of the rest, to brighten your May!

Leaves slowly falling off trees, coating the footpaths, turning from lush vibrant greens to golden earthy tones. The weather is cooler, nights are longer. Yep, it’s autumn season! autumn brings out the beauty of mother nature, and for a few months, we get to experience tones of terracotta, gold, beige creams and sage greens. As life starts to move from outdoors to indoors, it’s a perfect time to get your home autumn-ready, and move a bit of nature inside! Here are some of our autumn favourites. 

Natives - Australian natives flourish during the autumn season, not to mention the colours (and sometimes lack thereof!) are the perfect addition to the autumnal feel inside your home. Consider Banksias, one of the most iconic Australian natives. They will bloom outdoors and indoors, throughout all seasons. They will need a bit of love during their establishment, however, once that period is over, they will continue to thrive with little attention. Natives also make great decor pieces in your eclectic autumn home. Even when dried, these beauties carry the earthy tones and will always look pretty as a centrepiece in a vase. Check out our Australian Native flowers in a ceramic vase.

Pampas Grass - OK, so it’s not technically a flower, but it still deserves a shoutout. If you’re an active scroller of Pinterest, you’ll know how vital Pampas grass is to your autumn look! Beige in colour, Pampas grass will compliment all earthy tones and materials in your home. Pop a bunch into a tall vase and sit it in the corner of your bedroom or hallway. As it is dried, you won’t ever have to worry about watering it. They will last all year round. 

Baby’s Breath - The ever-gorgeous Baby’s Breath flower blooms in autumn, and will complement any flower bunch. These delicate, white flower clusters are often seen in wedding bouquets, as they are a symbol of everlasting love, pureness and innocence. They can be dried as well, making them a staple indoor piece that requires no effort. 

Cotton Bunch - Planted in spring and harvested in autumn, the cotton plant is a vital plant for the textile industry. Before the cotton shirt on our back was sewn up, it was purely a plant. During harvest season, a cotton plant is considered ready when the bolls crack open, exposing the cotton inside. Adding a bunch of cotton plants into a vase and using it as a decor item for a hallway bench or bedside table is a surefire way to bring autumn to life in your home. 

These plants are our top picks to bring the autumn season inside and create a cosy space. Choosing flowers with earthy tones over bright tones is what will make your home feel warm and ready to embrace the season ahead. Want to know more? Get in touch with us today and our friendly team will be happy to talk about all things autumn flowers.