
A Study Of Sunflowers
A much-loved sun-seeking perennial, sunflowers make a beautiful springtime statement featured on your counter or table. These cheery blooms will liven up your home as we wait for spring to finally make its long-awaited appearance.
A Little About Sunflowers
Sunflowers have numerous meanings and symbols. Some of these even date back to Greek mythology with the story of Clytie and Apollo, the god of the sun.
These tall plants can grow to a height of three metres, towering above most other flowers. They seek out the sun by turning their heads to gain the best direct rays. Once they’re mature, they face east which is the direction from which the sun rises.
Sunflowers aren’t just cultivated for floral arrangements. In the USA, Canada and Mexico they’re grown to harvest sunflower seeds which are a popular snack across the continent. The shelled seeds make tasty additions to baked goods and can be sprinkled over salads or into dishes.
A sunflower’s florets are dictated by the Fibonacci sequence and spiral outward from the centre in a hypnotising design. The Fibonacci sequence is a pattern of numbers seen often in nature such as within the arrangement of a pinecone or the growth of a tree branch. If you look into the centre of a sunflower, you’ll be mesmerised by the stunning arrangement nature has created.
What To Pair With Sunflowers
Just as you’ll find them in nature, we think that sunflowers thrive on their own. These striking shades of yellow and thick green stems will pop when placed in a tall statement vase. We prefer bunches of 5 or 8. If they are paired, we love to see them with another classic flower, the rose. A bouquet of sunflowers and roses is an unbeatable combination, with the deep reds and bright yellows popping off each other to catch the eye. For a more rustic look, adding some fresh green foliage will change up the vibe from simple to striking.
How To Care For Sunflowers
Sunflowers will need a tall vase to display their full height and support their stalks. Their thick stems can easily get dried out so make sure to re-trim the stems after a few days and refresh their water. Remove any fallen leaves from the vase to keep it looking and smelling clean. Hydration will also ensure that the flowers are able to keep their heavy heads held high as long as possible. To prolong their life, place them in an area out of direct sunlight.
Buying A Bouquet
There’s nothing like a vibrant bouquet of sunflowers when the warm weather starts creeping in. Keep yourself in a spring state of mind and treat yourself to a bunch of these beauties. Order a stunning bouquet of sunflowers today for same-day delivery across Melbourne or speak to our team at Amazing Graze Flowers team at 03 9374 2929.

The Best Flowers For People With Allergies
There are so many reasons to love spring, but for many Australians, the first day of September means one thing – allergy season. It's estimated that 1 in 5 people in Australia and New Zealand are affected by hayfever or allergic rhinitis. At this time of year, it can become debilitating, with common symptoms including itchy eyes, nose, throat and ears.
But there’s no need to worry, as not all hope is lost. There are many flower varieties that are hypoallergenic, with little to no airborne pollen.
If you're looking for the perfect anniversary bouquet or a simple floral pick-me-up, here's our advice on gifting flowers to the special allergy-sufferers in your life.
What triggers allergies?
Different people are affected by various triggers, so it's not a one-size-fits-all problem. Hayfever and asthma triggers aren't only limited to flowers. Some species of trees, weeds and grasses (mainly perennial ryegrass) can bring on an allergy attack, which explains why spring and summer can be such difficult times for those with pollen allergies and asthma.
Don't all flowers have pollen?
When plants are pollinating, the release of pollen into the air will trigger an immune system reaction in those who suffer from allergies. This means that it's really the pollen that people who have allergies find troubling - not the plant itself.
The real question is whether the flowers are pollinated by wind or by birds, insects or animals. Some plant species will only produce pollen through male plants. Without getting too deep into the technical side of things, plants that contain both male and female parts (known as 'perfect flowers) are safer for allergy sufferers, as pollination doesn't take place by air.
Wind-pollinated flowers tend to be less colourful and not as sweet-smelling compared to plants that rely on other creatures for pollination. This is because of their appealing smell, and bright colours help to attract animals.
Allergy-friendly flowers
While it's best to leave the allergy fine print and medical advice to the experts (please speak with your GP if you're concerned about allergies), hypoallergenic flowers generally have lots of petals and no visible centre (or stamen). These flowers include roses, tulips, daffodils, geraniums, cactus, iris, most lilies and potted orchids.
Allergy-triggering flowers
As a general rule (again, please check with a medical professional if you're unsure) allergy sufferers should avoid flowers that are smaller and appear in clusters. These flowers include daisies, gerberas, jasmine, and some types of sunflowers.
Avoid supermarket flowers
It's also wise to avoid buying cut flowers from the supermarket when treating the allergy sufferer in your life to a bouquet. These flowers are sometimes sprayed with a fragrance that can itself trigger allergy symptoms. It's much safer to purchase fresh cut flowers from an experienced florist.
Here at Amazing Graze Flowers, we're always flexible with our floral arrangements and know how to work around any allergies and sensitivities. If you'd like to learn more about our beautiful, hypoallergenic flowers, give us a call today.

Spring Spotlight: All About Peonies
Spring Spotlight: All About Peonies
As herbaceous perennials, peonies bloom over spring and summer, which means right now is their time to shine. To celebrate these beauties beginning to spring from the earth right about now here's everything that you need to know about peonies.
The History of The Peony
For more than a millennium, peonies have been cultivated in China, where they're known as "sho yu ". This translates to "most beautiful" in English, which is exactly how we'd describe them. And we're not alone - there are millions of #peonies Instagram posts by lovers of this fine specimen worldwide.
With such a long history, it's not surprising that the peony has a symbolic meaning. Peonies symbolise romance, compassion, prosperity, good fortune and happy marriage. It's considered the flower of love and is recognised as the flower for a 12th wedding anniversary. Peony bouquets are a favourite for brides, adored for their dreamy, soft, and romantic petals. They're thought to bring good fortune and prosperity, so if you're a newlywed, we highly suggest you keep this fact in mind.
They don't just look pretty, either. The ancient Chinese believed that peonies could relieve headaches, help calm asthma symptoms and alleviate the pain of childbirth. In fact, peony-root is one of the oldest traditional Chinese remedies for conditions like convulsions. Peonies are also the floral symbol of China.
Types of Peonies
There are three main types of peonies: herbaceous, tree, and itoh.
Herbaceous peonies (Paeonia lactiflora) are the most common in gardens, with hundreds of varieties to choose from. These varieties usually have scented flowers that come in shades of pink, red, and white. They produce fresh growth from the plant's crown in spring, which all dies back to the ground after a frost, similar to most other perennial plants. Herbaceous peonies grow between 2-3 feet tall.
The tree peony, as the name suggests, grows from a trunk-like base. They're more expensive and grow at a slower pace, but they can eventually reach up to 5 feet tall. Peonies can grow incredibly large. For example, the Seidai tree peony variety produces double-flowered pink blooms that can reach 8 inches in diameter.
The itoh peony is a hybrid of the first two peony types. Itoh peonies offer more unusual colours, such as orange and yellow. They grow to a middle height between the garden and tree types, usually about 3 feet tall.
Peonies are available in just about every colour except for blue. However, the most common hues are pink, white and yellow. While not as popular here in Australia, the yellow variety is commonly used by New York floral designers.
Growing Peonies At Home
Don't let their delicate appearance deceive you - the peony is a very hardy plant. Once established, a peony plant will yield fresh blooms each year. Just like roses, peony plants can live a long time, and they might even outlive you. In some cases, peonies have been known to live up to 100 years. Even without needing much care, they can survive through harsh winters and are easy to grow in an appropriately cool climate. We recommend planting in early autumn or spring for grown peonies. You could be waiting a while though, as it generally takes from 3 to 5 years to see any blooms.
What To Pair With Peonies
Peonies are always the star in a flower bunch. We love to pair them with blush pink roses, baby's breath, and snapdragon, just like we do in our Success Graduation Bouquet. Eucalyptus and dust miller are gorgeous foliage choices that will complement the peony and create an eye-popping contrast of colour. However, you can add in various foliages - whatever is in season is what we prefer to use. Of course, you don't necessarily have to pair them with anything - a bunch of peonies is gorgeous just as it is.
Caring For Fresh Cut Peonies
The more open that the flower is when you cut or receive it, the less life you can expect from it. Similarly, the less water and more heat they're exposed to, the sooner they will die. Providing that your bouquet of peonies is fresh and locally grown, they'll last beautifully for 5-7 days. If you'd like them to last a little longer, keep them in a cool room away from direct sun. Make sure you re-trim your stems and keep refreshing the vase water every few days.
Want To Buy A Bunch of Peonies?
Watching these beauties explode from tight little buds into intricate and extraordinarily large blooms is incredible. It almost seems impossible how such a tiny bud can open up to reveal so many petals. Don't want to wait for your peony plant to blossom? From late October to December each year, peonies are available here at Amazing Graze Flowers. You'll find soft pink peonies and coral Peonies in various sizes. Order a beautiful bouquet of peonies today for same-day delivery across Melbourne or speak to one of our experienced florists by calling the Amazing Graze Flowers team on 03 9374 2929.

5 In-Season Spring Flowers To Brighten Your Home
Spring has sprung at Amazing Graze Flowers! The warmer seasons are well and truly on the horizon, and bringing some of that fresh spring colour inside your home is easy when you choose the right flowers. Here are our top 5 flower picks to brighten your home this spring and banish the winter blues.
Tulips thrive in the spring season, thus it’s a perfect time to grow your own tulip bulbs. But if you’re after an instant pop of colour to add to a vase, our tulip bunches come in a variety of delightful colours. These bright bulbs pop up after winter as the spring sun comes out to play, indicating that the cooler months are finally behind us. Choose warm yellow, bright orange and red, or creams and deep purples from our tulip range.
The flowers of Leo season, sunflowers are sure to bring warmth and smiles to any interior space. With “sun” right there in the name, these flowers symbolise the warm seasons ahead, and the light we all have within us. Despite their actual blooming season being summer, this flower still pays homage to the warm atmosphere and energy that spring brings us. Adding sunflowers to your home is the perfect way to welcome in the spring sun and kiss any winter blues goodbye.
- Hyacinth
Another in-season flower delight is the colourful cluster of flowers known as the Hyacinth. Blooming in early-to-mid spring, the rich colours of yellow, pink, purple, cream and dusty blue make this flower a perfect choice to add to the style of any interior space. The bottle-brush look of these flowers has a very native energy, so if you’re wild at heart, these flowers will compliment you and your home very nicely.
- Daffodils
Some might say that Daffodils are the cheerist of spring bulbs. As a symbol of rebirth, daffodils have a light, airy feel that signifies the spring energy of new life and beginnings. Daffodils are a flower of the sun, growing happily in full sun or part shade. Daffodils come in classic yellow, white, pink, red and orange. Mix these colours together in your vase and you’ll have your very own spring sunset.
- Lily of the Valley
Looking like little white pearl droplets, the Lily of the Valley is a spring season favourite. These bell-shaped flowers give off a sweet scent, filling the four walls of your home with a taste of that luscious spring air. As much as they are beautiful, they are also an adaptive, easy to manage plant, and can be easily grown in your garden bed in damp soil.
Whilst these are our top picks, there are plenty more spring blooms out there to brighten your home and garden and celebrate the spring season of warmth and new beginnings. Order today with Amazing Graze Flowers to fill your vase or a friends.

HOW TO CARE FOR FRESH CUT FLOWERS
Whether you've received a surprise delivery from Amazing Graze Flowers on your birthday or purchased a bunch of our blooms for yourself, we know that you'll want to enjoy them for as long as possible. Flower bouquets may not last forever (unless they're from our everlasting range, of course), but a little extra care can help you keep them around for a little longer. Depending on the level of care and the type of flowers in the bouquet, it's likely that they'll last 4-7 days or longer.
Start by unwrapping the bouquet and prepare to transfer your blooms into a clean vase. Then, help your flowers look their best for longer with these five simple steps.
How to care for fresh cut flowers by Marketing AGF
1. Cut The Stems
Although often forgotten, it's important to cut the stems of your fresh flowers. Using a pair of scissors or garden shears, trim one to two inches. Cutting the stems at an angle will give the flower the best chance to intake water by preventing the end of the stem from resting directly on the bottom of the vase. You should continue trimming your bouquet once every few days to make sure it can remain hydrated.
2. Prune & Remove Foliage
Gently remove any damaged blooms or foliage that sit below the waterline of your chosen vase. This not only makes your bouquet look better but will also help to prevent the growth of bacteria. Skipping this step prevents hydration and will eventually cause the flowers to wilt. Avoid removing all the leaves along the stem as flowers require these in their hydration process.
3. Add Flower Food
Add fresh water to your vase and mix in the sachet of flower food. This is one of the easiest ways to extend the life of your bouquet. Flower food sachets help to nourish fresh cut flowers, keep bacteria at bay, encourage buds to open and to bloom more fully. Follow the directions on the sachet correctly.
4. Choose A Location
If you want your flowers to last, you'll need to choose the right spot to place them. Fresh flowers tend to prefer temperatures around 18 to 22 degrees and away from direct sunlight. It's best to keep the vase away from appliances that generate heat as well as heating or cooling systems as these can cause dehydration. Placing fresh flowers near ripening fruits can also quicken the aging process, so it's best not to place your vase next to the fruit bowl.
5. Change The Water
Check the water level in the vase each day and refill if needed. If the water becomes cloudy or the water level reduces, replace it with fresh water. Each time you change the water in the vase, clean it thoroughly, half-fill with water and then add the pre-packaged additive. Always use clean, warm water as most flowers take in warm water more efficiently than cold.
Now that you have some extra tricks up your sleeve for ensuring the longevity of your bouquets, you should try one out yourself! Browse our collection for same-day delivery and find the perfect bouquet for any celebration. Or, you could always surprise someone with flowers for no reason other than to spread some love.
Do you have another tip to keep fresh cut flowers looking beautiful for longer? Let us know on Facebook or show us on Instagram by tagging @amazinggrazeflowers in your post or story.

Milestone Birthday Arrangements
There’s something about a big bunch of fragrant flowers that can really make someone feel special. As long as people have been picking and cultivating flowers, they’ve been using them to celebrate and spread joy amongst their loved ones. While every birthday is a special occasion to be marked with gifts and good times, there are a few that we eagerly await. These big milestones should be marked with unique arrangements that the recipient will remember for years to come. If you’re looking to celebrate with the birthday boy or girl but are stuck for how to mark the occasion, here are a few tips for milestone birthday arrangements.
Sixteen
Still young enough to have a curfew but old enough to sit behind the wheel, sixteen is a special age of youthful ideals. We recommend bright colours, fragrant flowers and an arrangement bursting with life. For someone this age, their birthday bouquet may be the first they’ve ever received. Make them feel special with some of the popular flowers they can recognise such as roses and tulips, mixed in with some wildflowers for flair like in our Royal Sunset Arrangement.
Eighteen
An exciting birthday marking the entrance into adulthood, this day should be celebrated with an equally exciting arrangement. This birthday may signal the first time moving away from home, stepping out on their own or just trying to figure it all out. Offer a soft bouquet of congratulations, reassurance and excitement with a touch of whimsy with our Success Graduation Bouquet, featuring stunning snapdragons and peonies.
Twenty-One
This is a big birthday, one that many people wait for most of their teenage years. Marking the official turn into adulthood and farewell to adolescence, this moment will be a memory the birthday recipient will keep with them forever. Send a show-stopping arrangement with big blooms, striking colours and varying heights to make an impressive impact at this once in a lifetime celebration. Our Roses and Lillies arrangement will do just that, with 10 red long-stemmed roses mixed amongst snow white Lillies.
Thirty
How do you celebrate a birthday that is both an anticipated and potentially anxiety-inducing age for some? Offer a bouquet that celebrates the unique and beautiful story of life. For this birthday we recommend featuring natives and wildflowers as a distinct vision of a more refined style. Our Native Flowers Bouquet features a distinct mix of foliage and native florals that is sure to impress. This arrangement marks the passage of time into a more cultivated sense of style.
Forty
As we pass out of our busy thirties and into a slower period, a fortieth birthday is a big one for many. At this age, we’ve collected enough objects and are looking for more meaning within our possessions. Gift your friend or loved one with a special token that they can enjoy for longer than a few weeks with a bouquet or flower that lasts. Our Everlasting Rose would be the perfect fortieth gift from a partner, while an Everlasting Arrangement of dried and artificial flowers would be the perfect thing from a friend.
Fifty
Celebrate the fifties with something beautiful and life-affirming. These are the years where families grow up and move out and we get some time back just for ourselves. Help your friend or loved one refill their home with new life in the form of stunning blooms. We recommend something full and vivacious with subtle pops of colour. Our Pink Promise + Kew Pot showcases banksia and carnations among a selection of other flowers in a beautiful keepsake pot.
On a milestone birthday, you want to show your love in a big way. Flowers have always been the go-to for those wanting to make an impression. Often a luxury we don’t think to buy for ourselves, treating your friend to a lively bunch of florals is sure to make their day even more memorable

In Season Winter Florals for a Welcoming Home
The coolest months of the year are upon us, and while winter is well on its way, your home decor may not have had time yet to catch up to the changing of seasons. While the weather may turn colder and the days shorter, your home can remain a cosy oasis with a few simple touches. Fresh florals and potted plants are a great way to bring a bit of summer warmth back into your home. Here are some of our favourite blooms for July centrepieces, bouquets or finishing touches.
Protea
A stunning native flower, we often feature the Protea in our arrangements to invoke a sense of whimsy and wildness. Blooming in winter, its soft and pleasing colour palette can help to spruce up your rooms for the new season. Winter doesn’t have to mean cool tones and icy colours, quite the opposite actually. Featuring warmer colours will help to make sure your home stays inviting all season long. Let the Protea do the work for you with its soft pinks. striking reds and dark green foliage and notice how your living areas feel instantly more alive. Proteas can be found in our Native Arrangement Bouquet which can have a variety of natives.
Keep your bouquet looking fresher longer with easy to maintain artificial and dried floral arrangements. The Morning Coffee arrangement brings in tones of gold, cream and brown to create a warm ambience and a subtle glow. Save your arrangement exclusively for the darker months, or keep it out all year long. This arrangement can easily be spruced up with live winter florals whenever you have some on hand. We recommend mixing in some jewel tones or soft pastels.
Bring on the feeling of the impending spring with a brilliant and vivacious potted flower. This bright and beautiful bloom will liven up any space and is just the right touch for those spaces that are feeling drab during winter. Perfect in any room with natural light, this plant would be right at home perched on a window sill, placed on a coffee table or used as a finishing touch on a bookcase or mantle. Hyacinth plants love sunlight, so place it somewhere warm and it will continue to brighten your home all winter long.
Surprise Yourself
If you’re looking for something that looks artfully thrown together with colours that will suit the winter vibe, opt for our Daily Bouquet. Our floral team puts together arrangements every day that will bring a creative touch to your centrepieces. Your bouquet will be put together with the freshest cuts of winter florals ensuring a crisp arrangement that will last for weeks. When your blooms do start to fade, why not hang them to dry and create a second arrangement that will last until the days grow longer.
A fresh bouquet or potted plant will help your place project a welcoming winter atmosphere. Any of these arrangements or blooms would be perfectly suited as a cold-weather room refresher. For more of our top picks for the winter season, get in touch with our friendly team of expert florists.

5 Rose Colours and What They Mean
There is no more admired or well-known flower than the coveted rose. It is always chosen by those who want to make a grand impression and deliver a bloom that is sure to impress. This flower has a long-standing tradition of being given as a romantic gesture, but did you know that each different colour of rose holds its own symbolic meaning? From love at first sight lavender to bountiful green, make sure you know what message you’re sending with your next bouquet.
Red Rose
The red rose is the most common colour you’ll see in a floral shop and the one most often sent. The red rose symbolises passion, desire, and love. This classic bloom should be gifted to those you’re romantically entangled with to show the depth of your feelings for them. This is the perfect shade of rose if you’re looking to pick up a bouquet for a first date, anniversary or Valentine’s Day. A single red rose can show your intention to pursue a relationship while a larger bouquet celebrates many milestones together.
Yellow Rose
Historically, this rose has been used to show jealousy and infidelity. These days, it’s not typical to send someone a bunch of beautiful flowers just to say you don’t trust them. Thankfully, this rose has been gifted new meaning and we now use this colour to show feelings of warmth and friendship. Yellow roses make great gifts for a thank you or housewarming bouquet or to wish good health.
White Roses
This simple, classic flower has multiple meanings. Tying in with any colour scheme, it is frequently used for wedding florals to show innocence, purity, and new beginnings where it can be seen in buttonholes, bouquets and centrepieces. While it is used in weddings for its symbolic meaning of eternal love and loyalty, it is also used in remembrance wreaths for this same purpose showing the cyclical nature of celebrating life.
Pink Roses
Different shades of pink rose may communicate subtly different meanings. On the whole, this sweet-smelling flower symbolises femininity and elegance. Varying shades can shift the meaning from admiration and gratitude to joy and grace. Overall, it’s a fabulous shade of rose to gift for Mother’s Day or a birthday.
Orange Rose
These bright blooms are said to convey a feeling of admiration and energy. They often accompany exciting moments in life where you would wish to find a bouquet full of fun and optimistic flowers. These roses can show your feeling of enthusiasm for the recipient and could be gifted to celebrate a graduation or promotion.
Mixed Bouquet
Why not get inspired and mix colours throughout your bouquet to layer multiple meanings and create your own unique bunch. Traditionally, mixing white and red roses represents unity and has been used to celebrate engagements and marriage. Choose colours with significance to you and gift a story with your flowers.
While any colour of rose is sure to be received with excitement and surprise, arranging a bouquet with a specific meaning can bring a personal touch to every flower that we’re sure will make them even more treasured.

Caring for Fiddle Leaf Fig Plants
How to care for your Fiddle Leaf Figs- The ficus lyrata.
The Fiddle Leaf Figs is a popular choice to complete your home interior, it is an iconic indoor plant seen posted up in magazines and probably your pinterest board.
The reason why the Fiddle Leaf Figs plant is so popular is because of its large evergreen leaves that climb along the stem of the plant which can grow up to 6feet and more depending on the maintenance and care.
Your fiddle leaf fig needs some tender love and care in you home, below are the care instructions.
Light Positioning
Fiddle Leaf Figs need to be placed in a room with filtered light to lots of bright light but please avoid placing them in direct sunlight. Fiddle Leaf Figs also do not like to be moved around a lot, so place them where they will not be in anyone's way. If you do move the plant make sure you plan out the next spot with the right lighting/climate and do not move them again for another month or so unless the Fiddle Leaf Fig is not thriving in their new spot. It is important to note that Fiddle leaf Fig plants like the warmer climates and should be positioned in a room where they're not in direct contact with the air conditioner or heater as this will cause the leaves to dry out and the constant temperature change is not recommended for a good environment for the plant to live.
Watering
Watering your Fiddle Leaf Fig weekly with room temperature water is the general rule however, you need to make sure that the topsoil has dried out and the water filters through the whole pot. Avoid allowing the water to stay stagnant in the pot tray as this can cause root rot and infect your plant causing it to eventually drop its leaves and die. This can happen quickly if not treated so it is very important not to overwater and allow any water to sit in the tray.
The best part is that the Fiddle Leaf Fig will tell you about its current condition by the look of their leaves. Things to look out for:
Leaves | Cause |
Brown leaves along the edges | Underwatered |
Brown leaves along the edges and brown spots | Overwatered and may have Root rot. |
Brown Spots | Too much sun or too cold |
Leaves are pointed upwards/ sidewards | Fiddle Leaf Fig is Happy with their position and amount of light |
Leaves are pointed downwards | Your Fiddle Leaf Fig is unhappy. May need more light/more water. |
You can also tell by the leaves if their bacterial infection/ insect damage which is very important and needs prompt action.
Caring for your Fiddle Leaf Fig is a wonderful way to make sure your beautiful plant continues to grow, conduct positive airflow and purifying the air in your home. The big green leaves will brighten up the room and create a wonderful calming vibe.
Order our Fiddle Leaf Fig plant today.

5 Benefits of Giving and Receiving Flowers
There has never been a better time than now to be gifting flowers to your loved ones to show that you care, or to feel the joy of receiving them (hint, hint). If you need an excuse to tell your significant other or someone special in your life to buy you flowers, or an excuse to go plant shopping (yes, this is a necessity) then we have you covered.
Here are some of the top benefits to give and receive flowers:
- To help reduce stress. Yes, truly. Studies conducted at hospitals have found that patients with flowers in their room are less anxious and more optimistic about their post-treatment care than fellow patients with no flowers (sad face.) So, next time you know someone who is staying in a hospital, delivering them a bunch of flowers will not only lift their spirits, it can seriously help their treatment.
- To spread some love. Flowers are symbolic of love and romance, and they’re beautiful for showing your loved one and better half how much you care. They make perfect gifts for friends and family too. Trust us, a bunch of flowers will always put a smile on someone's face. Don’t believe us? Why don’t you put it to the test?
- To help you say sorry. Conflict and confrontation is never easy. Handing the person you quarrelled with a bunch of flowers can help ease the tension and any negativity the other person is holding. They make for a great ice-breaker too!
- To express sympathy. In times of loss and grief is can be hard to find the right words. Flowers take the need to say something away, as the gift of giving is loud enough.
- Just to make you smile. Flowers radiate positive energy, and research has found that having flowers in your space triggers the dopamine, serotonin and oxytocin in our bodies (our ‘happy’ chemicals.’). Historically, flowers triggered the dopamine chemical in our hunter-gatherer ancestors, because they marked the coming of prosperity after winter.
There is a big gift in giving, and putting a smile on someone's face is the biggest gift of all! Gifting flowers is incredibly easy now, as you can even get them delivered to office spaces to surprise a lover or friend. There’s nothing that makes someone happier than the delivery person coming into your office with a bunch of flowers marked with your name, while your colleagues watch from their desk eagerly.
However, sometimes with flowers, we can get into an internal headspace where we just wish our partner to give us some flowers. How about you start it off and give him/her some flowers first?

A definitive list of the 10 best indoor plants
I don’t know about you, but we love our indoor plants here at Amazing Graze Flowers. Indoor plants are the new pets (you’ve heard it here first!) Bringing some of the outdoors into your home is a great way to liven up your space.
Introducing Amazing Graze Pantry
Our world has most certainly seen better days. But while we may find ourselves navigating through this strange, unprecedented time, one thing remains certain: we’re all in this together.
Here at Amazing Graze, our approach has always been guided by the three strong values of positivity, support and emotion. These values are especially important now, and in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve decided to scale up our services in order to help and serve our community.
The Amazing Graze team is excited to announce that we have opened up the doors to your kitchen, with our brand new addition - Amazing Graze Pantry! You might have already heard a little about this new venture on our social media, but we’d like to provide a more formal introduction.
How It Works
Amazing Graze Pantry is a handy home delivery service that brings fresh fruits and vegetables, delicious savoury croissants, quiches, sugary-sweet donuts and more right to your doorstep - all with contactless delivery. We’re also planning to soon be stocking eggs and other kitchen staples, so you’ll have complete peace of mind that your shopping list and recipe ingredients are covered. You can stay home and stay safe, and we’ll take care of the rest.
The Amazing Graze Pantry service works in just 3 easy steps, keeping things simple and hassle-free:
- Step 1: Order online Choose your ideal box that suits your needs and lifestyle from our selections.
- Step 2: We pick and pack All our fruits and veggies are freshly picked and packed before delivery.
- Step 3: Contactless Delivery Order before 5 pm to receive your order the next day. Be sure to book as early as possible to secure your delivery. Due to high demand, there is limited availability.
Supporting Local Businesses Through COVID-19
To make this service happen, we’ve partnered with local farmers, local flower growers and our neighbours at The Parisian Baker. The last few months have been extremely hard on our local small businesses, so we’re doing what we can to support the community and keep things running as normal as we possibly can.
You don’t have to worry about leaving your vases empty either, as our primary service, Amazing Graze Flowers, is still open for business, with contactless delivery for your safety and comfort.
Join us in supporting local businesses to stay open during this pandemic, while providing your household with yummy goodness to help with physical and mental wellbeing. Place your order before 5 pm for next day contactless delivery!