Seasonal favourites
The sunflower, gladiolus and allium are all familiar summer flowers, but there are many other stems that can be used in a seasonal arrangement. Luckily, you have all summer long to find your favourites. To start you off, we've pulled together this bouquet idea, using a few classic summer flowers.
You will need
- Sweet pea
- Scabiosa
- Delphinium
- Cornflower
- Marigold
How to make it
Ask your favourite florist to make up a summer bouquet for you, or take a DIY approach and arrange the flowers yourself.
Make sure the vase is clean and the water is nice and fresh for your flowers. Trim the stems diagonally, and add some flower food to the water if needed. A summer bouquet looks best when the flowers are arranged playfully: let delphiniums peep over the top, stand a gerbera boldly at the front, and add delicacy with sweet pea.
To make the arrangement last for as long as possible, place the vase in a cool spot away from the fruit bowl, and avoid full sun. For more information read our tips on how to protect flowers from heat.
More flower inspiration
Can't get enough of summer flowers? Read more about typical summer flowers or read all about our summer menu, which includes a pavlova with flowers and charcuterie board decorated with edible flowers. Have you made your own summer bouquet? Share your summer vibes with us via Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag #funnyhowflowersdothat.
