MY MONTH IN FLOWERS WITH WHITNEY BROMBERG HAWKINGS, FLOWERBX
August 2022
How To Choose The Perfect Summer Floral Gift
Welcome to My Month in Flowers, our column curated by FLOWERBX founder Whitney Bromberg Hawkings. At FLOWERBX, every month of the year is celebrated for its own unique floral beauty; from summer to winter - and back round again - there is something to be cherished in every season.
This month, Whitney celebrates all things summer gifting, sharing her tips on floral gestures to suit every recipient, plus the meaning behind some signature seasonal varieties.
Summer is a time of floral contrast, which means there is something for everyone throughout the season. From bright and towering, to neutral classics, there is a style of flower to suit any home, aesthetic, and personality. I’ve rounded up some of my FLOWERBX favourites that’ll be at their very best throughout the month of August, doing all the hard work for you whether you’re celebrating a birthday, acknowledging an achievement, or gifting your dinner party host.
Sky Blue Hydrangea
With supersized floral heads in an array of bright and bold hues, hydrangeas always make an impact. If you’re hoping to make amends or show a loved one just how much they mean, blue hydrangeas traditionally signify an apology or olive branch - although, I think they suit just about any occasion! Alternatively, choose our Pink Knickers variety to epitomise deep emotion and true love.
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Sunflowers
The pinnacle of smile-worthy stems, sunflowers offer joy in abundance to any recipient. Emitting meanings of adoration and loyalty, sunflowers are the perfect stem to send to a friend that’s in need of a pick-me-up or to simply bring some sunshine to their home.
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Cosmopolitan Dahlia
Summer is all about the arrival of dahlias, and luckily for you, we have a dazzling kaleidoscope of choice just in at FLOWERBX. From an incredible 30 species of dahlia, our florists have hand-picked your new favourites, including our pretty-in-pink Cosmopolitan variety. Representing beauty, commitment, and kindness in floral, pink varieties celebrate femininity, making them the ideal gift for the leading lady in your life; from mother or best friend to sister.
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Very Violet Dendrobium Cut Orchid
For the friend that adores a little extra opulence, or to guarantee your gifting prowess is way ahead of the rest as you attend a summer filled with events, cut orchids are an elevated choice. Rich in heritage - found in Asia and across the Pacific - dendrobium orchids symbolise refined beauty. The soft purple of our Very Violet variety makes a particularly special seasonal stem, as well as boasting an impressive vase life.
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Sunset Foxtail Lily
As far as making an entrance is concerned, turn up with foxtail lilies and your gift will be the talk of the room. Endlessly unique, our striking Sunset variety is a great gift to adorn a range of celebrations; from housewarmings to new jobs. Aptly, they represent endurance, making them the ultimate well done when marking a milestone.
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Choose a Vase
Adding a vase makes for a fail-safe gift, and we have something to suit every type of flower. From Petite Mayfair for daintier stems to our Large Apothecary for towering florals - or our Bailey bud vases if your recipient loves to set the dinner table in style. Simply check out our suggested vase for each variety when you select your stems.
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Add a Summer Scent
So many summer flowers are naturally scented, but why not give a gift that captures the essence of our favourite varieties long after the season has ended? I love to pair our stems with a room spray or candle, and you can choose from our edit here.
Make it a Gift that Keeps on Giving
If you want to choose a gift that will make a statement all season, why not subscribe them to something extra special? Perfect for celebrating a big birthday or filling a new home with flowers, our range of subscriptions has something for everyone, and each bunch comes with its own curated care tips. Most importantly, FLOWERBX subscriptions mirror the beauty of the seasons, so your recipient won’t miss a moment of summertime magic.
