Seasonal Flowers
Seasonal Flowers
Whats growing throughout the year
Every season brings its own rhythm, and I love working with nature rather than against it. My flowers reflect the time of year, what is truly growing here, not flown halfway across the world!
From the quiet days of winter to the abundance of summer, each month has its own beauty, and I take pride in sharing that journey through my flower stand.
The Year in Flowers
Each month has its own pace, its own colours, and its own challenges. Some months are about slowing down and learning, others are about planting, nurturing, and finally cutting armfuls of blooms. Together they create the rhythm that shapes my work and keeps me connected to the seasons.
January
In January I close my flower stand. In previous years I battled through the cold, dark days, but now I use this time to pause. I plan the year ahead, complete little projects, and treat myself to new online growing courses. I am always learning and always looking for fresh ideas.
February
I reopen my flower stand just in time for Valentine’s Day. I do not sell the typical red roses flown in from across the world, I have done that before. Instead I offer seasonal spring bouquets, fresh, local, and full of life. From mid February I begin sowing hardy annuals and perennials, jotting down projects for the year ahead. My very first flowers of the season start to appear, tulips, hellebores, and narcissus.
March
March is a busy month. I am sowing more seeds, preparing the flower beds, and keeping up with farm maintenance. Mother’s Day usually falls at the end of the month, so I open for pre order collections and make sure I have a wide range of spring bouquets ready to brighten homes over the weekend.
April
By April the planting starts in earnest. I bring out the hundreds of dahlia tubers I have kept in storage, checking them carefully for disease and splitting them where needed. My aim is to get them all planted by the end of the month. Seed sowing continues with half hardy varieties, and with Easter falling in April, the stand is filled with springtime treats and plenty of colour.
May
May is one of my favourite months. The field comes alive with alliums, ranunculus, foxgloves, and the first sweet peas. It is when most of my annual planting is completed, and I take time to split and move perennials that need a new spot. Bank holiday weekends are always special, I open for extra days so more people can enjoy the flowers.
June
In June the weeding really begins, but it is worth it because this is the month when the field bursts into abundance. Sweet peas are everywhere, filling the air with their scent, and the whole place starts to show the rewards of months of work.
July
By July the dahlias are starting to bloom, and the field is in full swing with colour. It is a magical sight, but it also takes constant care. Look away for even a day and everything seems to change. I keep on top of the maintenance so the flowers can shine at their best.
August
August is all about dahlias. It is dahlia mania at the stand, with hundreds of posies going out to happy customers. This is the height of summer, and the flower stand supports itself almost entirely from what I grow. I often stop to take in what I have created, transforming a bare grass field into my flower haven, and I start making notes for the future.
September
September is the time I open up to the public. I host open weekends, cut your own sessions, and some classes. As the light hours shorten and the evenings grow cooler, I save seeds, take perennial cuttings, and begin planning for autumn and Christmas.
October
October is another favourite month of mine. I got married in October, so it holds special meaning. The days are filled with golden light and crisp leaves, and although it is a slower pace, the stand is still brimming with autumn delights. Decorated pumpkins, foliage wraps, and cosy floral displays bring the season into people’s homes.
November
By November the first frosts usually arrive. It is time to dig up the dahlias, label them, clean them, and tuck them away safely for winter. I clear the flower beds and get organised for Christmas. It is a month of winding down and preparing for the next busy season.
December
December is for Christmas magic. I host wreath workshops, put together DIY kits, and create winter floral displays. The first weekend of the month I open the barn door for my ready made wreaths, there is something for everyone. I close the stand the weekend before Christmas, so I can take a well earned rest and enjoy time with my family.
