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Warlingham, Surrey
Mar-Oct British flowers & foliage between March & October.

British flowers & foliage between March & October - Warlingham, Surrey. Bouquets, Funeral flowers, DIY flowers, Wedding flowers, Dried flowers & Workshops. Free delivery to Chelsham, Warlingham & Woldingham. Other areas delivery charges apply:
Oxted
Caterham
Tatsfield
Hamsey Green
Sanderstead
Limpsfield
Whyteleafe
Kenley

Collection available from Warlingham via arrangement. Email julie@sowpretty

.co.uk to order & arrange delivery or collection

I am an artisan florist and work from my own cutting garden based in Warlingham, Surrey. I supply beautiful British flowers and foliage in country-inspired natural arrangements and bouquets that I have sown and raised to ensure consistent quality and original seasonal combinations. Each purchase is worked uniquely for you while I also design arrangements of British flowers for parties, events, home decor, flower stalls and funerals. If there is a need for any additional blooms, I source these from other members of the Flowers from the Farm network of British growers. Every bouquet and arrangement is totally fresh and always British. All my arrangements are made using natural methods, I no longer use any floral foam because of its impact on the environment. Flower growing is my passion which has grown from years of experimenting with new and unique blooms that last well after cutting, alongside growing all of those scented and glorious favourites. If you, like me, love fabulous British flowers and want to know what this season has to offer, contact me on [email protected]

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14/07/2024

Antirrhinum Madame Butterfly Pink variety, with its beautiful ruffled-edged double blooms. It’s just started blooming and will continue to produce lovely spikes of color over the coming weeks. It’s a wonderful addition to any bouquet.

09/07/2024

Every year, I plant Anemonies and Ranunculus in the bigger greenhouse beds as an early crop, and then in June once they have finished flowering, I take them out for a second crop. This year, I’m experimenting with White & Apricot Limonium (statice) and some Dusty Miller. It looks like both of them are loving the space. Limonium is great used in a dried flower wreath.

07/07/2024

Enhance the elegance of your events table with a jar filled with seasonal scented flowers. You can purchase a set of 3 Apothecary jars for £30.00 or choose a set of 3 large Jam jars for £45. If you’re looking to add a touch of floral loveliness to your event table, don’t hesitate to contact me. These beautiful flowers shown in Apothecary jars were featured at an event hosted at The Leicester Arms Country Inn in Penshurst, a stunning venue for any party.
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18/05/2024

I ended up planting the new Narcissus I had bought a little later than planned this year because I got caught up with other tasks in the garden. As a result ‘Thalia’ and ‘Pink Charm’ have only just bloomed. Although they are late, I am pleased to see them flower this year. In this arrangement, I have combined ‘Thalia’ and ‘Pink Charm’ with Hesperis, Geum flowers & seed heads along with Honeysuckle buds, and variegated Pittosporum.

06/05/2024

It’s another bank holiday weekend washout with rain predicted all day interfering with my planting plans. 😩
However, I have managed to plant out the next succession of Rannunclus into an old Veg Trug that has been passed onto me.
I can expect flowers from these Ranunculus in approximately 3 weeks time, while the ones planted in the greenhouse back in February will likely bloom in about a week.

04/05/2024

Over the past week, the garden has moved on a lot. The greenhouse Anemones have begun to bloom, and other plants throughout the garden are also starting to flower. The Aqualeiga, Hesperis, Viburnum Opulus, and Rannunclus are all looking quite lovely. With a little more sunshine, the beds will be filled with beautiful flowers.

09/04/2024

There is always something nice to look at in the garden especially the lovely woodland birds that visit.

04/04/2024

Finished wreath… now back to planting seedlings.

04/04/2024

Today, I’m hiding from the rain while completing an order for a dried flower wreath. My very lazy old rescue whippets are keeping me company. Later, I’ll be getting muddy as I plant out young seedlings, but at least I won’t need to water them in!

15/03/2024

Warlingham Farmers’ Market will be at Warlingham Village Hall on Saturday, 16th March from 10 am to 2 pm. I will be selling fresh flower bouquets along with dried flower bottles and small cut flower plants. Look forward to seeing you there.

14/03/2024

I’ll be at The Warlingham Farmers market this Saturday from 10-2, selling dried flowers, a few fresh flowers, and some plants. Feel free to come by and say hello! You can find me at the Warlingham Village hall, right next to The Horsehoe pub.

27/02/2024

My garden is flourishing, but it’ll be early/mid April before I have a good supply of flowers to offer as bunches.
In the meantime, mixing my homegrown flowers & foliage with those from Cornwall makes a great combination.
Here is a mix of garden Hellebores, P***y Willow, Senico, Pittosporum, and Eucalyptus paired with Cornish Heather, Tulips, and Daffs.

21/02/2024

The daylight hours are getting longer, and my to-do list keeps growing! Today I spent time sowing the half-hardy annual seeds. Tomorrow, I’ll be repotting the seedlings that were sown earlier this year, focusing on the Helichrysums.

16/02/2024

I’ve had these beautiful hellebores from the nearby garden center on my patio for a whole week now, and I’m absolutely amazed by the number of bees they’ve attracted. I just counted 12 bees buzzing around the flowers. It’s quite unusual for this time of year I guess, but I must say, it’s a nice surprise! Hopefully if the weather is good at the weekend, I’ll be adding the hellebores to the shady beds at the back of the garden along with some Leucothoe, Ferns and Daffs.

08/02/2024

Making willow bases for wreaths is something I really enjoy. It's so therapeutic and having a stock of them ready to use is always beneficial.
These particular bases were crafted using freshly cut green willow.
The larger ones will be perfect for creating fresh spring wreaths, while the smaller ones will be dressed with dried flowers.
Looking for a willow wreath for your home floristry project? The larger wreath size (aprrox 30-32cms) is priced at £10. For more information direct message for availability.
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03/02/2024

Looking forward to the return of spring flowers, the snowdrops have blossomed and the daffodils are beginning to show signs of growth. It won’t be long before we can enjoy beautiful spring flowers for our bouquets.
Seasonal scented British flowers will be available from late March until early October for local delivery.

27/01/2024

My first try at willow weaving might not be perfect, but I’m really happy with the outcome. I will treasure my chicken/bird. A big thank you to Dominic Parrette for making the class at Horam Manor Farm so enjoyable.

22/01/2024

In June of last year, I made the choice to sow more Lunaria annua (Honesty) seeds because of their usefulness. My main purpose for growing them is to have beautiful seed heads that I can use in my dried flower wreaths. The seeds germinated successfully and the plants are flourishing, so I’m feeling positive about having a bountiful harvest! bouquets

24/12/2023

I hung this natural woodland style wreath on my shed wall while I was working outside making Christmas wreaths. It has endured quite a soaking over the past few weeks, but now it’s indoors and adorned with fairy lights. It will bring some brightness to the hallway for the next few weeks before I move it back outside to a dry spot for as long as it can last.

24/12/2023

Honesty wreath with red Helichrysums & Rosehips.

18/12/2023

A wild winter wreath to decorate the garden gate.

06/12/2023

Another mix of fresh and dried ingredients in this Christmassy wreath. Lots of fresh green foliage and dried Limonium.

05/12/2023

I love this wreath! - it’s a special order that I will struggle to let go!
Hydrangeas, Alliums, Poppies, Ivy seed heads and foraged Pheasant feathers wreath

21/11/2023

To kick off the Christmas wreath making season. I have made this beautiful winter wreath featuring lots of lovely Honesty, Limonium, Statice, Rose berries, grasses and Poppy seed heads.
I will be making a selection of fresh and dried wreaths over the next few weeks. If you see anything that you like and would like a wreath made for you DM for more info.
Other styles will be posted in the coming weeks.

13/09/2023

Always welcome in the garden at this time of year are the Rudbeckias, lots of zingy yellows to choose from. These 2 favourites are ‘Goldsturm’ and ‘Triloba Prairie Glow’

11/09/2023

Mini arrangement featuring a new Dahlia to the garden - Dahlia ‘Zippity Do Da’

05/09/2023

Dahlia ‘Preference’ with Hypericum berries and honeysuckle.

02/09/2023

I have not grown many sunflowers this year, instead I have opted to increase my stocks of Rudbeckias as I find the smaller heads are easier to work with.
However, I did treat myself to a perennial Sunflower plant and I’m really pleased with it. The plant has grown to over 6ft, is very healthy and is sending up lots of blooms.
Today is the first day of cutting so I will find out how long the vase life is.
I think they look fab in my sunflower jug, what do you think?

01/09/2023

September flowers…. It’s getting late in the season but the garden is still providing lots of colour with Dahlias, Phlox, Hydrangeas, Achillea, Astrantia and Acidanthera. flowers

24/08/2023

‘Happy birthday’ flowers with the first Dahlias of the season.

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The next group of flowers on course to bloom in the coming weeks are Nigella, Ami visnaga, Cerinthe, Echinops, Phlox, Nicotiana, Zinnias, Rudbeckias, Sunflowers and Dahlias. All the flowers will be used in my bouquets, if you’d like a bouquet made of beautiful British flowers do get in touch. Free delivery to Warlingham. #cutflowers #britishflowers #localflowers #surreyflorist #flowergrower #gardening #smallbusiness

Summer anniversary flowers for a very special couple. #cutflowers #cuttinggarden #surreyflorist #localsales #flowersfromthefarm #grownnotflown #warlingham #sanderstead #oxted

Flowers from the garden. Some of these June varieties will be heading out in flower orders this weekend. #flowerfarmer #floristfarmer #surreyflorist #grownnotflown #juneflowers #gardenflowers #flowersfromthefarm #warlingham

The garden is absolutely thriving this week, and with a promising forecast for the upcoming week, there should be lots blooming. It seems like white is the dominant color in the garden this week. #cutflowers #localsales #surreyflorist #cuttinggarden #flowerfarmer #grownnotflown

This week marks the celebration of British Flowers week. The event is currently organized by Flowers from the Farm, of which I am pleased to be a member. Throughout the summer I will have lots of British blooms that I will be making into bouquets for local sales. If you are interested in British flowers, please get in contact with me Julie Teal, or come along to Warlingham Fair at Blanchmans farm on Saturday, June 15th from 11 am to 4 pm, where I will be showcasing British flowers together with Jayne Crear from @holwoodflowerfarm #britishflowersweek #flowersfromthefarm #britishflowers #summerflowers #surreyflorist #flowerfarmer #warlingham #sanderstead #woldingham

Taking a few days away from the garden and visiting Paris followed by a visit to Givenry to see Monet’s garden. After lots of walking around Paris we stopped for a coffee break at Cordelia Coffee Flower shop, I’d recommend it if you are visiting and want to take a relaxing break. The ambiance was lovely and inviting - we didn’t want to leave! #paris #florist #flowershop

Planted late so flowering late, Narcissus ‘Thalia' and 'Pink charm’. Shown here with Hesperis, Geum flowers & seed heads along with Honeysuckle buds and variegated Pittosporum. #surreyflorist #britishflowers #localflowers #cutflowers #cuttinggarden #warlingham ##woldingham

Warlingham farmers market today 10 - 2 Warlingham village hall

A good crop of seed heads to dry & add to wreaths. #cutflowers #seedheads #surreyflorist #lunariaannuia #gardening #flowersfordrying #driedflowers

Join me at the next Warlingham farmers market on Saturday, May 19th for a selection of fresh British flowers, floral gifts, and seedlings. I look forward to seeing you there! #surrey #shop local #warlingham #farmersmarkets

I’ve never attempted to take cuttings from Dahlias before, so this will be my first try. My goal is to propagate more plants from each tuber and produce a greater number of flowers. Fingers crossed! For the cuttings experiment, I’ll be using the tubers I have recently purchased. As for the tubers I already have from previous years, I’ll pot them up and plant them outside once they’ve grown sufficiently and the risk of frost has passed. #dahlias #dahliacuttings #cutflowers #flowerfarmer #warlingham #chelsham #propogation #surreyflorist

A favourite biennial, sown in June for flowering the following Spring. #Spring flowers #seedheads #flowersfordrying #surreyflorist

It’s really easy to propagate herbs, especially mint in fresh water. Simply let the cuttings sit for 3 - 4 weeks, changing the water once a week, and before you know it, you’ll have a strong root system ready to be transferred into a pot. This method, I’m told, also works well for sage, lemon verbena, and thyme. What plants have you tried propagating using this method? #gardening #seedlings

My new updated website is now live… check it out 🌸🌸 Created by Ian Stratton @photography365.co.uk. #farmerflorist #surreyflorist #cutflowers #cuttinggarden #localbusiness #seasonalflowers #britishflowers #flowersfromthefarm

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