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Flower Care
A common question received at Fastflowers.com.au is "How do we keep your lovely flowers alive for as long as possible?. With a little TLC you can extend the life of your flowers by a number of days.
... continuesFlower Meanings
As every flower lover knows, flowers have a language of their own. Even the experts at Fastflowers disagree on the "true meaning" of many flowers. So, while sending any type of flowers sends your fond thoughts, here are some of the more traditional meanings.
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Spring is almost here! Get ready for some of the beautiful seasonal flowers coming soon to Fastflowers.com.au!... continuesSummer is Almost Here
Peony (means) Happy Life + Joyful Marriage, can also mean embarrassment, disgrace. » Peonies generally have large ostentatious flowers; and are well-known for their fragrance; some were used in making perfumes at the turn of the twentieth century although not so popular today. Peonies (and their relatives) have been cultivated for their decorative and medicinal value for the last 2 thousand years thus making them a very ancient plant indeed. Chinas national flower symbol is the Peony!
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Over the coming months as the weather gets warmer fastflowers will be offering fresh summer flowers in wonderful flower arrangements. Our Australian florists are ready to use fresh summer flowers including peony roses, alstroemeria, sunflowers and snap dragons. Watch out for our web special on our homepage or sign up to our newsletter to receive special offers and extra discounts.... continuesWeddings- How to choose your flowers?
When it comes time to choose your wedding flowers, you need to have a few ideas decided before you come in to see your florist.... continuesWhy are my buds green?
Many people have written to ask us why we deliver flowers that are not yet in full bloom. The simple answer is that the tighter the flower's head the fresher the bud. Sometimes our roses and tulips even have a green tinge when delivered. As they continue to bloom their full colour will begin to show. At the end of a flower's life you can pull off the outer petals to allow the inside petals to be displayed.
... continuesCountry Flower Emblems
- Australia Golden Wattle
- China - Peony
- England Red Tudor Rose
- Egypt Egyptian Lotus
- France Lily
- Japan Cherry Blossom
- Israel Sharon Lily
- Malaysia Chinese Hibiscus
- Mexico Orchid
- Monaco Carnation
- Netherlands Orange Tulip
- New Zealand Kowhai / Silver Fern
- Portugal Lavender
- Russia Daisy
- South Africa King Protea
- USA Rose
