NAIDOC WEEK

NAIDOC week is observed from the first Sunday in July until the following Sunday and celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islands people tracing back to 1938 with the recognition of Aborigines Day. In 1955 it was decided that it should be more than a protest day but a more encompassing day to celebrate all Aboriginal culture. Archaeology evidence confirms that the culture is the oldest, continuous civilisation on Earth, extending back at least 65,000 years.

We celebrate all things Australian with a range of wildflower designs featuring Western Australia's unique flora.

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Mega sale floristry books and magazines

We're having a clean out and have listed an amazing collection of floristry books and magazines published by some of the best designers in the world.  Browse the link to find bargains for books by amazing international designers such as Gregor Lersch, David Wragg, Marco Appelfella, Per Benjamin, Claire Cowling, Shane Connolly and many more and more titles still to be listed.  If you are a floral art enthusiast, there are several International Floral Art Manuals  filled with inspiration for your next big floral art competition. 

Click the link to browse the selections at https://thefloristtree.com.au/shop?olsPage=t%2Ffloristry-books&page=1

What is Mothering Sunday?

MOTHERING SUNDAY is a Christian celebration which falls on the 4th Sunday in Lent exactly 3 weeks before Easter Sunday and traditionally was the day when parishioners would visit their 'mother' church.  The day was celebrated by Christians in the UK, Ireland and other coluntries where the Roman Catholic Church, Church of England and Anglican parishes were active in Australia and Canada.

More recently it has become the day for honouring the mothers of children with the giving of presents.  It is commonly called Mother's Day although the name properly belongs to the American secular holiday which is quite distinct from the original Mothering Sunday.

In Australia, Mother's Day is always celebrated on the 2nd Sunday in May with the most common gift being flowers, traditionally including pink ChrysantheMUMS.

https://thefloristtree.com.au/shop?olsPage=t%2Fmothers-day

The Perth Garden Show

With a rich 45 year history, the Perth Garden Festival has long been regarded as the most prestigious and highly successful showcase for the horticultural industry in Western Australia.

Each year a wide range of exhibitors showcase their wares, with landscape gardeners creating amazing showcase gardens to inspire.

The major sponsor, Kleenheat has an outdoor kitchen and their chefs join gardening experts to show and demonstrate how you can bring the garden into the kitchen.

The Garden show is at McCallum Park Victoria Park and runs from 9.00am on April 11 until 4.00pm on April 14.

Paid parking is available adjacent to the event and tickets are available online.

ST PATRICK'S DAY

The feast of St. Patrick , commonly known as St. Patrick's Day is on Sunday March 17, which is the officially recognised day of his passing.  The day commemorates the arrival of Christianity to Ireland and is a national day of celebration for Irish people throughout the world and involves lots of feasting and celebration with Irish music, beer and eating bacon and cabbage,  The national colour is green so some pubs serve green beer.  Traditionally green is worn which may include a shamrock somewhere on their attire.

The first St. Patrick's Day parade in Ireland took place in Waterford in 1903 and is now commemorated over  5 days.

Choose any of these green flowers for St. Patrick's Day gift giving:-
Anthurium
Disbud Chrysanthemum
Bells of Ireland
Green Trick Carnation
Gladiolus
Amaranthus
Leucodendrun
Helebore
Knifophia
Hydrangea
Singapore Orchid
Green Bird Chrysanthemum
Zinnia
Succulents
Dianthus
Hypericum
and Celosia are just some of the flowers available.

ABOUT OVARIAN CANCER AUSTRALIA

Each year around 1,600 Australian women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer and around 1,000 die from the disease.

Ovarian Cancer Australia is an independent national organisation that takes action for people affected by the disease.  Their mission is to ensure that all women with ovarian cancer have access to best practice, diagnosis, treatment, information and support and that every Australian knows the symptoms and risks of ovarian cancer,

The Ovarian Cancer Collection designed and delivered by Interflora florists is recognised by the teal coloured ribbon and bows featured in the collection and is the signature colour of Ovarian Cancer Australia.  The designs bear inspirational names such as Bold, Strength, Courage, Brave, Determination and Positivity.

Interflora Australia will donate 5% of every sale of these beautiful floral arrangements to Ovarian Cancer Australia.

Order at your local Interflora florist or view and order online at
www.interflora.com.au/occasions/ovarian-cancer-collection

International Women's Day March 8th

International Women's Day

International Women's Day is celebrated globally, recognizing the cultural, political and social achievements of women.  Since 1911 in Europe, the day has grown in world wide popularity to appreciate and champion the women in our lives.

The day is supported annually by Government, education, not for profit, professional networks and the media.  As the event is not actually ówned' by anyone, we are all free to acknowledge and celebrate the significant women in our lives however we choose.

The gift of flowers is a simple and appreciated gesture to acknowledge the important women in your life.  Our gift to you is to include chocolates with your flowers.

The theme this year is Better the balance/better the world #BettertheBalance #IWD2019

Valentine's Day 2019

HAVE YOU ORDERED FOR VALENTINE'S DAY?

By planning ahead, you won't miss out on getting perfect red roses and we'll even reward you with a complementary box of chocolates if you place your order before January 31st.  

One of our most requested choices is 'Grand Seduction' which includes 12 luxurious red roses in a presentation box, together with the cutest Teddy, sparkling wine and a box of exclusive Chocolatier  gourmet chocolates.  

Prices range from a single red rose, (a tradie pick up in store special for only $15) through to the most grand and impressive declaration of love.  

Phone to order pickup at our Bayswater warehouse or order online and we can arrange delivery within 8km of Bayswater.