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What are guard petals?

Have you ever received roses with 3-4 hard petals surrounding the exterior of the bloom? These petals are usually blackened, wrinkled, and have a striped appearance, which may make you think the roses are not good. However, it is these thick and robust petals that are protecting the inner buds for a beautiful flare and avoid most mechanical damage on their way to the flower shops and your home. They are the guards of the bloom and so we call them guard petals.

Guard petals can be mostly seen on roses and other petals-dominated blooms. As the upcoming Valentine’s day will be the feast of roses, we want to give you more advice on guard petals to make sure the flowers you received or you are about to give are best-looking and their vase life can last longer. 

Why do we leave the guard petals?

1. Guard petals are the natural defence against mechanical damage. Some damaging factors during the rose-growing period could be strong wind, rain, high heat, insects in search of meals and people brushing past. Guard petals play an important role to protect the inner bloom from being attacked by these natural elements and safeguard the bud to beautifully unfold without any holes or damaged spots on the petals. 

2. When it comes to maintaining roses' aesthetic beauty, more than only natural factors are at play. Before arriving at their destination, roses that are grown for the cut flower market are frequently transported thousands of miles. The roses must survive these bumpy and unpredictable plane trips to reach flower shops overseas. In that case, farmers will leave the guard petals on roses to protect the inner bloom during the shipping process. 

3. The wholesale roses are usually still surrounded by guard petals when they reach flower shops. Our florists will design the arrangements with guard petals on to ensure our customers can enjoy the blossom as long as they can unless the arrangements are going to be used the same day and become disposable after use. Roses can usually last for a week in the vast if they have been given proper care and attention. To avoid some “out of expectations” during delivery service that may reduce the vase life of the bloom, we will not remove the guard petals to let them do their jobs until the end.  

If you receive the flowers still with guard petals, thank you for their GOOD JOBS and you can remove them now as you like to reveal the full beauty of the roses.

How to remove guard petals properly?

1. Simply put your index finger between the nearest internal rose petal and the guard petal.
2. Pinch your thumb and index finger together, then remove the guard petal. 

3. Make sure to get rid of the whole guard petal. Any fragments that are left at the base of the bloom are similar to open incisions that can allow bacteria to enter and reduce the flower's lifespan. 

Watch the video below to explore more about how to remove guard petals correctly. 

(The video’s copyright belongs to Mairena Flowers)

At Amazing Graze Flowers, we provide fresh flowers delivery across Melbourne, Geelong, and Mornington Peninsula. We source the flowers directly from growers and deliver to our customers with same-day delivery service. This time, surprise your love ones with something amazing. 

A beautiful bouquet goes hand in hand with a birthday card and has for as long as we can remember. Though we create many arrangements here at Amazing Graze, the most frequent and moving orders are usually those put together to celebrate a birthday. Whether you’re turning 16, or 60, everybody appreciates receiving an arrangement of fragrant flowers that send a note of appreciation and love on a special day. 

Using the secret language of flowers, or floriography, you can send meaningful messages to your loved ones through a bouquet. Why not create an arrangement that features the receiver's birth flower and make your bouquet that much more significant? For those who are looking to order some blooms for the next birthday on their calendar, we’ve put together a comprehensive list of our best birthday bouquet recommendations by month.

January

Carnation and Snowdrop are this month’s buds of choice. Symbolising rebirth, they make a great January gift. 

Other January blooms include Hydrangeas, Kangaroo Paw and Alliums.

If you don't know which one to choose, our January Baby Bouquet is designed for January Birthdays with a selection of stunning in-season flowers. 

February

Violet and Primrose turn the end of summer into an array of colours. They stand for faithfulness and hope.

Other February blooms include: Freesias, Delphiniums, and Queen Anne’s Lace. 

Check out our February Baby Bouquet for those special ones who are celebrating birthdays in the month of love. 

March

March babies may receive the lovely Daffodil, which marks the turning of the season and a prosperous future.

Other March blooms include: Dahlias, Gardenias, and Gloriosas. 

Unsure about what you should pick for March birthdays? Introducing our exclusive March Baby Birthday Bouquet, specially crafted to celebrate the special day of those born in March! This stunning arrangement is a delightful mix of vibrant and colourful blooms, perfectly arranged to bring joy and happiness to the lucky recipient.

April

Sweet Pea and Daisy will do just fine for April arrangements. These fragrant florals mean purity and innocence.

Other April blooms include: Tulips, Chrysanthemums, and Iris

May

Bunches of Lily of the Valley and Hawthorn signify love and appreciation for the birthday recipient. 

Other May blooms include: Tulips, Cornflowers, and Calla Lilies

June

Is your recipient a lover of classics or a bit wild at heart? In June, choose between Rose and Honeysuckle. June is also the birthday month of the flowering Kales to be featured in wonderful birthday bouquets. 

Other June blooms include: Camellias, Hyacinth, and Anemones. 

For those celebrating birthdays in the month of June, there is no better way to mark this special occasion than with the unique June Baby Flower arrangement. This stunning display features a vibrant pop of colours, and is meant to capture the deep warmth and maturity that comes with this special time of year, as well as the go-getter attitude associated with the month!

July

Larkspur and Water Lily provide 2 distinct choices for July or create a mixed bouquet that sends positive vibes.

Other July blooms include: Ranunculus, Daphnes, and Gardenias. 

July-born individuals deserve a special flower arrangement to commemorate their birth month. Our July Baby arrangements feature flowers that reflect the electric and independent nature of this sun-drenched time of the year. 

August

Pick out some stunning Poppies or Gladiolus for August to celebrate the passion and strength of character.

Other August blooms include: Magnolias, Lavender, and Star of Bethlehem.

To celebrate the birth month of these August babies, we put together our August Baby arrangement with in-season flowers that best exemplify their characteristics, giving you the perfect gift option to make an unforgettable memory for them. 

September

Aster and Morning Glory convey deep love and balance each other beautifully in a spring birthday bouquet.

Other September blooms include: Blossoms, Anthurium, and Lily of the Valley

To celebrate the birth month of these September babies, we put together a purple arrangement that best exemplifies their characteristics. Order our September Baby arrangement to be delivered on the day belongs to them and express how much you love them. 

October

Marigold and Cosmos invoke peace and tranquillity with their bright colours and sweet-scented petals.

Other October blooms include: Peonies, Orchids, and Lisianthus. 

Looking for something special for October-born babies? Check our special arrangement, October Baby. With a bunch of in-season flowers, this orange arrangement will bring a smile to anyone's face for sure. 

November

A bouquet bursting with aromatic Chrysanthemums shows loyalty and friendship for November born friends.

Other November blooms include: Stephanotis, Bouvardias, and Boronia. 

According to studies, those born in November have a few incredibly admirable qualities that fit their sunny season of birth, such as being a beam of sunshine, being more creative and athletic etc. That's why we put together this purple arrangement, November Baby, that best exemplifies their characteristics.  

December

The December flowers, Narcissus and Holly, create a stunning juxtaposition of hopefulness, and protection.

Other December blooms include: Jasmine, Gerberas, and Sunflowers. 

As December is the festive season everywhere is about celebrating Christmas and the new year, our December Baby is here for you to send the special gift to those loved ones in the gifting season. 

Now that you’re well-versed in the language of flowers, you can create the perfect bouquet for upcoming birthdays. If you’re still not feeling confident, why not put your trust in the hands of your florist, and receive a seasonal unique arrangement that is sure to stun? 

Chinese New Year is approaching! To share more joy and love of this festival with our Amazing Family members, we invite Linda from Flower Drum to share her stories about flowers and the Chinese New Year.

Flower Drum is a well-known Chinese restaurant established in 1978 and Linda has been working here as a functional manager for a long time.

Q1. What’s your favourite flower? Why do you like it?

Linda: The Peony! There is no particular reason for it. It's just personal like. I like it because of the colour, which is fresh, pinky. It is also because it lasts a bit longer time. Roses usually last three days and then it doesn’t look so good. That’s why I like Peony!

Q2. Why do you choose fresh flowers as a restaurant décor?

Linda: We want some fresh flower arrangements because we are a fine dining restaurant. Our ex-owner Mr Lau is a man who loves flowers and the existing manager Jason likes flowers as well. Also, a lot of customers quite appreciated flowers. Customers come in and comment like, “oh how beautiful that arrangement is”! These sorts of reasons are why we only use fresh flowers. We don’t want any other flowers.

Q3.  Are there any weekly flower arrangements done by AGF that impress you the most?

Linda: Well, I've been working here so long. We have our requirements, and we will mention them to the florists beforehand.

           Usually, we want seasonal and fresh flowers, and then leave the florists to create. Sometimes, if it is Chinese New Year or Melbourne Spring Carnival, we will have the sort of colours we prefer to use. That's why we also have power. Occasionally, we might have some of the colour-theme flowers we like, and we work out with the Amazing Graze Flowers together.

Q4. Here Chinese New Year Comes! How do you usually celebrate Chinese New Year?

Linda: I am from Hong Kong and we still have the custom to celebrate Chinese New Year. Normally, our family will get together and have a great dinner on New Year Eve. But this year, we are going to have a bigger gathering on Chinese New Year Day. We still carry the traditional custom --- giving the red packet! In Hong Kong, we will give the red packet to our friends and families. Also, we will buy some traditional food, like Nin Gou. It is a kind of traditional Chinese dessert with a sticky and sweet taste.

           As a Chinese restaurant, we are usually very busy with the Chinese New Year Eve dinner And Chinese New Year Day dinner. We will have Lion Dance on the evening of Chinese New Year Day and on these two days’ nights as well. Lots of visitors are regular customers who may come here before I start working here. Haha, it is quite busy.

           Especially in recent years, we have new migrants from China coming to Australia. That's why more Asian people will celebrate Chinese New Year here. The Australian people will come out as well. Normally, there will be Lion Dance and other very exciting events like firecrackers in China Town. This year, it will be on this Sunday!

Q5: What kind of flowers do you think best represent the Year of Bunny?

Linda: Haha, personally I have no idea about that. We normally don't have any flowers representing which year. But if it is in Hong Kong, normally we will have Tou Faa (Peach Blossoms), the pinky colour ones. It is not in season now in Australia and we saw them a few months ago.

Q6. Can you teach us some Chinese New Year Greetings!

Linda: “Gung Hei Faat Coi, San Tai Gin Hong”. This means I wish you good health, prosperity, and lots of joy!

End of everything, Happy Chinese New Year! 

When it comes to conveying your love message via the gift of flowers, roses will definitely come first due to their well-known reputation as the symbol of love.

However, there are two things you need to consider when ordering roses.

Firstly, different rose colours can carry diverse meanings and significantly influence the message you want to send. That’s why you should check our guidelines here to find out more about rose colours.

On top of that, the different numbers of roses also have quite different meanings. Therefore, today we are going to explore the different meanings behind the number of roses to send the right number of roses on a special day for your loved ones.

Number of Roses: Meanings

A single Rose: It denotes "Love at First Sight". Whatever its colour, a solitary rose symbolises unwavering loyalty to a single individual. "You are the object of all my sincere affections."

2 Roses: It expresses your undying love and mutual feelings for them. Particularly those that are red in colour, indicate that two people are genuinely in love and that they are creating their own beautiful little world together.

3 Roses: Stand up for the three words "I Love You" and strive to spread this really straightforward but potent message.

4 Roses: The perfect way to signify nothing will stand between the two of us.

5 Roses: A wonderful option to express your affection for someone special. Five roses are also an excellent choice if you want to let your lover or friend know how much you value them.

6 Roses: Signify "I want to be yours." Giving someone six roses is the ideal approach to quietly indicate your desire to advance your relationship if you are currently dating someone.

7 Roses: The perfect way to let her/him know that “I'm infatuated with you.”

8 Roses: Giving eight roses to a friend or family member who is going through a difficult moment is the ideal gesture of support.

9 Roses: A picture of eternal love. This precise number of roses is frequently given to those you want to spend the rest of your life with.

10 Roses: A direct yet effective method to tell someone exceptional that they are excellent.

11 Roses: You are my pride and joy. It’s usually used to express genuine and enduring affection to someone.

12 Roses: A cute way to propose to your crush.

13 Roses: When given in the number 13, roses might represent either a secret admirer or an endless friendship.

14 Roses: If you want to show someone you're proud of them, pick 14 roses.

15 Roses: “I’m Really Sorry”. Choose 15 roses if you've upset someone and are asking for their pardon.

16 Roses: A good way to say, "Bon Voyage" or “Best Wishes”.

17 Roses: This is the number of roses you would gift your wife, be it on her birthday or another special occasion.

18 Roses: Give someone you care about 18 roses as a token of your sincerity and loyalty if you want to encourage them to "stay young and beautiful."

19 Roses: The number of roses you would give someone you're going to wait for.

20 Roses: “I'm sincere towards you”.

21 Roses: Use a bouquet of 21 roses to express your dedication and commitment.

22 Roses: This number connotes both togetherness and good fortune.

23 Roses: There’s no symbolic meaning behind 23 roses, except the wish for someone to be happy.

24 Roses: Stand for 24 hours, meaning that “You are always on my mind”.

25 Roses: Wish them the utmost pleasure in the world.

26 Roses: It’s used to express the phrase, “You complete me”.

27 Roses: Give your wife 27 roses to express how deeply you love her.

28 Roses: It means "You are my Best Friend Forever."

29 Roses: “You are special to me”.

30 Roses: Show your significant other that you are devoted to them.

31 Roses: Use 31 Roses to Propose. They are gifted for asking “Will you be mine?”.

32 Roses: Express "I will love you till my dying breath".

33 Roses: The ideal way to show your love and affection.

34 Roses: When you want to express, "I have a crush on you," send them 34 roses.

35 Roses: If you want to say, “I am extremely sorry!”

36 Roses: The meaning of 36 roses is "I'm madly in love" or "I will always cherish our passionate times."

37 Roses: Given to say, “I love you from the bottom of my heart!”

38 Roses: "You are the most gorgeous person I know."

39 Roses: “You are my entire world.”

40 Roses: This is the number you pick if you truly love someone special.

41 Roses: To convey the message "We look good together".

42 Roses: To ask, “Will you marry me?”

43 Roses: To promise that "I will always stand with you."

44 Roses: When you wish to promise, “Till death do us part!”

45 Roses: They stand for enduring love.

46 Roses: "You are my soulmate."

47 Roses: This number represents the phrase "You are my one and only."

48 Roses: Representative of unchanging love.

49 Roses: Remind that "My love for you will never change or go away" with the meaning of 49 roses.

50 Roses: The meaning of 50 roses is to express "I love you without conditions" and signify a love that has ripened well, and has never been regretted.

51 Roses: “You’re the only one on my mind.”

56 Roses: A representation of pure love.

66 Roses: “Nothing is going to change my love for you”.          

70 Roses: They are perfect for a platinum anniversary (70^th Wedding Anniversary) celebration.

77 Roses: “You are my soul partner.”

88 Roses: Express your sincere regret for a mistake you made.

99 Roses: “I will love you till the day I die!”

100 Roses: “I'm totally devoted to you”. A symbol of dedication and a spiritual bond with someone. 

Some other meaningful numbers of roses:

101 Roses: “You are my one and only”.

108 Roses: “Will you marry me?”

365 Roses: You have my undying love. Talk about a love that has endured and been true all year around.

999 Roses: “My love will last till the end of time.”

1001 Roses: Describe a devoted affection that will endure forever.

Hope you have got the ideal number of roses you want to send to your loved one this year, especially when Valentine’s Day is coming. Despite the common meanings, you can always give your special expression of love via gifting roses to the one in your heart. Amazing Graze Flowers offers a variety of rose bouquets with same-day delivery across Melbourne, Sydney, Geelong and Mornington Peninsula. More importantly, you can contact us to customise your desired rose bouquet if you cannot find it available already. We will simply make it amazing!

HOLY!!! We are in December now. As spring comes to an end here in the Southern Hemisphere and the year begins to wind down, we finally moved into the warm and sunny Summer. In Australia, December is a busy time of year with more overseas visitors coming to experience Australia's renowned hot weather throughout the school breaks. More importantly, it’s the festive season when most people will need to choose some for a birthday or even an early Christmas gift. Therefore, why not come with us to explore the flowers in December in Australia? We know everybody enjoys learning about flowers!

Holly 

Holly is the flower for December in keeping with the holiday season. This shrub has stood out throughout history due to its glossy green foliage, vivid crimson berries, and purported supernatural properties. Although certain birds and animals like the berries, they are toxic to humans. In a religious sense, Christians believed that holly was symbolic of the sacrifice that Jesus made on the cross. Therefore, over the past thousands of years, it has grown to be an enormous element of Christmas customs. You may have seen it a lot on the Christmas Wreath that hangs on your neighbour’s doors. Moreover, Holly also has a symbolic meaning of good luck, happiness, and optimism. Oh, there’s one fun fact. If you know any girl called “Holly”, she most likely is a December born since Holly is one of the most popular first names for girls born in December.

NARCISSUS (PAPERWHITE)

Same as holly, narcissus is the other birth flower for all December babies. Although there are many different varieties of narcissus flowers, including the well-known daffodils and jonquils (which are the March birth flowers), we're especially referring to the paperwhite here. Paperwhites get their name from their fragrant flower bulbs with all-white, paper-thin petals. When assembled in a bouquet, the lovely shades of white and cream appear far too idyllic. That’s why paperwhites are a popular ingredient for wedding flowers. Greek mythology is where the name "Narcissus" originally originates. According to mythology, the God Narcissus fell in love with his own reflection and the first narcissus flowers began to blossom around the pond where he drowned. Symbolically, the narcissus paperwhite represents fervour and hope. Sending someone you care about a bouquet of paperwhites is a way to tell them you adore them for who they are and that you wish they would never change. 

Pincushion Protea (Leucospermum cordifolium)

Even though it’s native to South Africa, the nodding pincushion flowers are almost everywhere in Australia during December. It is a rounded, spreading and evergreening shrub that becomes smothered in a profusion of large pincushion flowers varying from soft pinkish yellow through brilliant orange to red. As a popular plant at home in garden beds or on display in pots and containers, pincushions are also widely used in native bouquets by most florists in Australia since their large heads make them a perfect focal point in arrangements. Although there is no common meaning for this flower, some people regard it as a symbol of diversity and courage.

Christmas Lilies:

Christmas lilies are beautiful and simple. They have been adored for many years, and their popularity is only increasing. That might be why they have so many names during different seasons, such as November Lilies and Easter Lilies. There's always one right name for the lilies to be in the bouquet for your loved ones who are obsessed with these beautiful white trumpets with exquisite fragrance. Besides, they also work well as an accent in pots or summer gardens as flowering plants. 

Peonies:

Peonies are harvested from late October to mid-December in Australia. Even though we talked about peonies in November, we have to bring it back to the discussion, because peonies are too popular to be ignored. As long as peonies get back into the stage, the highlight will follow. Who can say “No” to such stunning flowers? If you haven’t sent one bunch of peonies to your loved ones, you’d better hurry up. It’s out of season soon.

Amazing Graze Flowers can assist by sending the greatest flowers of the season to your residence or place of work. Our December Baby, a skilfully constructed flower arrangement fashioned with in-season blooms, was just made public. Don't wait any longer; now is the ideal time to dazzle your loved ones, friends, clients, and colleagues with this stunning bouquet.  

Spring has sprung and summer is quickly approaching! In Australia, November is frequently thought of as the month of weddings. In addition to having milder weather, the most romantic flower varieties, including roses and peonies, are all in bloom in November, which contributes to their appeal. Here is a sneak preview of the upcoming floral fashions for November's various occasions.

Chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemum blooms are affectionately referred to as "Mums" (that’s why they are also the official flowers for Mother’s Day in Australia) and are among the most widely grown flowers in the world. First cultivated in China in the 15th century, chrysanthemums are thought to bring good luck, joy, and happiness to the home. These flowers bloom pretty much throughout the year! However, they are also well-known as the birth flower for November. They have so many distinct varieties, from "big mama" disbud chrysanthemums to spray chrysanthemums that look similar to daisies. These colourful Chrysanthemums have charmed the world with their captivating petals. They are available in a wide range of hues, from a deep red to a brilliant blueish purple, so no matter the colour preference of a baby born in November, there is a chrysanthemum for them.

Peonies 

Peony madness is required in the springtime! There is no doubt that these blooms are the most adorable flowers among everyone in the world. Peonies have a super short season! They're only in bloom for about two months. In Australia, this is generally from late October until mid-December. These blooms produce stunning double flowers in shades of pink and red, ranging from pale blush tones to deep crimson. With more than a millennium of history, it's not surprising that the peony has a symbolic meaning. Peonies symbolise romance, compassion, prosperity, good fortune, and happy marriage, making the blooms one of the most popular flowers used in many floral arrangements.

Calla Lily 

Calla lilies are exquisite, tall-stemmed flowers that are adored for their stylish, colourful trumpet-shaped blossoms and gorgeous, upright foliage. Zantedeschia plants create attractive specimens whether mass-planted in cutting gardens, foundations, or island beds because of their elegant excellent looks. Depending on geographic location and variety, calla lilies make excellent long-lasting cut flowers and have a great flowering period of three to eight weeks in the garden from late Spring through Summer. In floral symbolism, calla lilies have multiple meanings based on the flowers, like white calla lilies are said to be a good luck charm for wedded bliss, and purple represents royalty, loyalty, wisdom and admiration…

November Lily 

Different regions of the world have different popular names for November lilies. They are also known as white trumpet lilies, Christmas lilies, Easter lilies, and other names. The plant's scientific name is Lilium longiflorum, and it is indigenous to Taiwan and Southern Japan, where it grows in meadows and forests. The November lily reaches a height of around 1 m (3 ft). It thrives in pots and blooms in late spring to early summer (i.e., November to December). Consider planting cutting-grown murrayas or gardenias if you want white-flowered, fragrant, shrubby plants.  

Liatris

A perennial herb, Liatris spicata is often referred to as Blazing Star or Gayfeather. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and was first discovered on the grasslands of eastern North America. The feather-duster-shaped, cylindrical clusters of mauve, pink, or white flowers on Liatris tufted spikes of finely divided foliage unfold from the top down. These lengthy flowers allow one to stray from the conventional spherical bouquet. They have upward-facing stems that give any bridal bouquet a heightened or draped appearance. This flower stands out due to its vibrant purple hue and potent perfume.

Lacking the time to go on excursions yet missing the great outdoors in this rainy spring? Delivering the best flowers of the season to your home or place of business is what Amazing Graze Flowers can do to help. We have recently released our November Baby, a carefully crafted flower arrangement made out of in-season blossoms. So don't hesitate any longer; this is the perfect opportunity to astound your family, friends, clients, and employees with this magnificent bouquet.

Spring, isn’t it the best time of the year? Sun rises earlier, days get warmer, fresh green leaves sprout out of bald branches, and wildflowers greet you everywhere you travel… Breezing into October, Australia’s Spring blooms in all forms. Under a much more pleasant and welcoming climate, various flowers add splashes of vivid colour to the country’s beauty. Here we want to share with you some of our favourite flowers in season.

Cherry Blossom

Photo Credit:s Michael Wee

Starting from September, when we pace through the streets our eyes can’t stop but capture the very uplifting sign of Spring - the cherry blossom trees start to bloom! However, it’s not until we step into October that we find ourselves lost in the abundance of their great blooms and their signature fragrance. If you are a huge admirer of these beautiful blooms, you’re in luck. Because cherry blossom trees thrive in a colder climate and the mountainous area of Australia, among which states like Victoria, Adelaide and New South Wales have the privilege. However, these glorious blooms only showcase their charm for a brief moment, normally a few weeks. That means this coming weekend plan is sorted: pack your bag and go on a road trip to devour the stunning visual feast before they fall.

Matricaria Buttons

Photo Credit: Aika Wang

Coming out from one of the most vigorous plants, Matricaria, also commonly known as “button”, is the most adorable flower we find in spring. Some call them mayweed, while others call them feverfew. Hailing from the Chrysanthemum Family, these daisy-like button flowers come in different varieties. The most popular types that we can see in local florists are the Matricaria snowball (on the left of the picture) and Matricaria sunny ball (on the right). As a perennial plant, sunlight does play a huge part in the bringing of these delightful flowers. They make a perfect bunch that conjures up a springtime picnic moment that’s sunshine filled. In a flower arrangement, these bright and cheery buttons add up immediate colour, volume and unique texture to a bouquet as florists’ favoured filler flowers. Moreover, these pom pom-shaped flowers come with lacy and fragrant foliage and they have a long vase life.

Stock

Photo Credit: Jayme Burrows

Stocks, or Matthiola incana, is another staple spring flowering annual in our cottage gardens. Thanks to their columns of overpowering scented flowers, stocks always ensure to make their comeback magnificent with garden beds displayed in brilliant shades of white, burgundy, lavender, pink and yellow… Possessing attractive blossoms and strong fragrances, the stock flower actually has deep symbolism in the flower language. On different occasions and depending on the recipient of the gift, these charismatic charmers carry several meanings. The most popular scenarios would be to symbolize commitment, the longevity of beauty, passionate love and sedated feelings of joy. This is the reason why stock flowers are often seen in wedding flower arrangements. However, they are also your go-to flowers to gift in literally any situation, as it doesn't have any negative connotations.

Waratah

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Photo Credit: Tim J Keegan

Let’s now shift the spotlight to native flowers. One of Australia’s emblems, Waratah, deserves the crown as the most-loved native flower in spring. Popping out in bulbous flowerhead, this crimson iconic flower has surely adorned and enriched the Australian culture in so many different ways. Waratah, the name of this spectacular native flower comes from the Eora Aboriginal language and signifies “beautiful” and “seen from afar”. As the meaning suggests, who wouldn't be enchanted by its showy and vivid flower? This sun-blessed beauty now comes in multiple pieces and produces striking blooms in springtime, with October being the climax when they fill up the space of our flower markets. Although the waratah flower is sure to impress any receiver just on its own, in a flower arrangement it also awakens the wow moment when brought together with other fresh cut flowers and foliages.

Missing the great outdoors but don't have the time to go on adventures? Amazing Graze Flowers is here to help by delivering the best flowers of the season to your house or workplace. Luckily for you, we have just launched our October Baby, a flower arrangement that is meticulously composed of in-season blooms. So wait no more, now is the best time to amaze your loved ones, coworkers, clients, or home space with this spectacular bouquet.

When it comes to September, we all can easily notice that spring is coming as flowers are blooming everywhere in Australia. After the chilly winter months, spring is when the natural world resuscitates and regenerates. Most of Australia's blossoms are at their greatest during this time of year. There is another fun fact about September it is the most common month for babies in Australia according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. So, no matter whether you are choosing a gift for September babies or planning a special day for someone, it will always be good to know what the most typical flowers in September are.

Aster 

(Image credit: TonyBaggett)

A lovely wildflower that resembles a daisy is aster. These flowers were considered sacred by Greek and Roman gods and are named after the Greek word for “star” by their star-shaped blossom heads. While today's Aster flower is well-liked and frequently grown in gardens, these flowers were once used to decorate the alters of the Ancient Greeks and Romans. When you see their shining colours, it is clear why these brilliant beauties are a symbol of wisdom, faith, valour and powerful love! Nowadays, the message "Take Care Of Yourself For Me" is implicit when you present a bouquet including this colourful blossom.

Freesia

Freesias are renowned for their unadulterated hues, extended vase life, and delightful scent. The name of this super-sweet-smelling flower was given by a botanist after a German physician-botanist Friedrich Heinrich Theodor Freese to celebrate their friendship. And as a result, one of the primary meanings of freesias is pure friendship. Moreover, freesias also represent trust, innocence and thoughtfulness etc. Freesias are now primarily farmed in large quantities for the florist industry due to their enormous popularity as cut flowers. They are also employed in the production of scented oils, which are often found in several fragrances, soaps, shampoos, and lotions.

Morning Glory 

(Image Credit: Susan Vineyard)

Another popular flower that blooms in September is Morning Glory. It gained the name as the blooms open early in the morning and close later in the day, therefore, Morning Glory, what an amazing name. This flower is a symbol of strength, giving a person the power to realise their hopes and dreams. However, due to its short blooming life, Morning Glory is barely used in our arrangements, but you can still enjoy its beauty by having a pot plant and exploring the natural environment in South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales.

Wattles and Wax flower

As we have already covered in August flowers, you might see wattles and wax flowers blooming everywhere during September as they are regarded as the pop of colours in the spring.

While nowadays a lot of flowers are available all year round, it would be special and amazing to send your loved one flowers that are in season like our September Baby. At Amazing Graze Flowers, we specialise in crafting arrangements to suit any occasion. We select our fresh flowers from premium growers around Australia, with all our blooms being chosen for their balance of beauty and longevity. Order online for flower delivery in Melbourne or get in touch with us to discuss bespoke wedding or special occasion flowers.