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New Zealand Spring Flower Guide
Spring is approaching which means warmer weather and time to appreciate all the flowers that are out putting on a show. With so many exciting flower colours and options available, we had to make a New Zealand Spring Flower Guide for you. Whether you’re wondering what flowers are available to buy in spring to what [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Growing New Plants from Cuttings
Gardening is a fun and relaxing way to add a touch of personality to your home and bring beauty into your life. However, making a succulent, herb, or flower garden can be overwhelming and challenging if you don't know where or how to start.
Fortunately, there is an easy and inexpensive way to create a beautiful [...]
Beginner's Guide to Flower Centrepieces
The invites have been sent and the venue has been secured. Now, all that’s missing is a set of stunning centrepieces to bring the whole night together. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or throwing a Christmas party, there’s undoubtedly going to be a floral arrangement to match the occasion.
To find out all you need to [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Buying Flowers for Your Wedding
Your wedding will undoubtedly be one of the most memorable days of your life. When planning for this special event, you’ll need to decide on various aspects such as catering, music, and most importantly, the flowers.
To help you pick your wedding bouquets and flower arrangements, check out our ultimate wedding flower guide below.Why are flowers important [...]
The NZ Flower Calendar from January to December
Instead of going on a wild goose chase to find daffodils in January or Gardenias in June, it’s useful to know which varieties are available at different times of the year. To help you find out what flowers you can expect to find during each month, Wild Poppies have put together the flower calendar below.What flowers are available [...]
Succulent Plants - Types and Trends
Succulent plants have recently increased in popularity. The reason behind this is that they’re a great alternative to purchasing flowers if the recipient isn’t into flowers, is allergic, or maybe doesn’t have time to take care of the flowers. Succulents are easy to look after and great for gift or decoration. At Wild Poppies, we’re loving [...]
How to Dry Flowers
Rather than tossing out a bunch of pre-loved flowers, why not dry them? From a classic table arrangement to a wedding bouquet, drying your flowers is a great way to preserve them. Whether you want to turn this into a keepsake or use it to add texture to an existing display, the choice is up [...]
Your Guide to Corporate Gifts & Flowers
Wondering what to get your coworker for that big event coming up? At Wild Poppies, we have you sorted with a range of corporate flowers or gifts. It can be tricky figuring out what gift is appropriate for corporate occasions when you don’t know the people on a personal level. Here’s everything you need to know [...]
Wild Poppies’ Romantic Ideas for Auckland Lovers
Whether you’re approaching your fifth anniversary or want to surprise your partner with a romantic gesture, love is something that certainly deserves to be celebrated. That said, knowing how to express your love isn’t always easy. Not only is it hard to decide what to buy, but you’re also stuck with the challenge of choosing [...]
Star Signs and Flowers - Which Flower Are You?
No matter what you believe about star signs, it’s always fun to look at how different symbols can relate to you. You may be looking to buy flowers for someone else based on their star sign, or maybe you’re curious about your own sign. Wild Poppies has flowers for all signs, from Cancers to Capricorns, Virgos [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Tropical Flowers
Why do tropical flowers hold a special place in the hearts of flower lovers? For many people, tropical flowers bring fresh aromas and add life and colour into their living space. For others, these exquisite blooms bring back wonderful and happy memories of their travels in an exotic paradise. These vibrant blooms are also a beautiful [...]
The Beginner's Guide to Arranging Flowers
To some, arranging flowers simply involves placing a few garden-picked hydrangeas in a vase. While this approach offers a simplistic look, why not step it up a notch by using multiple varieties to create a stunning floral display? To find out all you need to know about arranging flowers, read our beginner’s guide below.What is [...]
