With Mocha Mousse as Pantone’s Colour of the Year, earthy tones are becoming intensely popular in floral design. Their versatility, natural elegance, and calming vibe make them an ideal choice for different occasions. Unlike muted or overly bright hues,…
Finding the perfect gift for someone can often feel like a daunting task. It’s not just about picking something they’ll like, but about finding something that speaks to their tastes, needs, and personality. That’s why nothing quite beats the…
Red is among the most popular colours for floral bouquets around the globe, and for good reason. While we know its association with anger and danger, the colour red is also synonymous with passion and love. However, red flowers…
Pet Safe Flowers for Cats and Dogs Do you love flowers and have a cat or dog? Do you know which flowers are pet-safe, and which flowers are toxic? Well, we can tell you. Here at Flowers Across Melbourne,…
Did you know that no two flowers smell alike? Scientists have identified over 1,700 different aroma compounds in flowers that can combine in a nearly infinite number of ways to produce a unique fragrance in every single scented flower…
Australians and their backyards – it’s one of those enduring, everlasting love affairs. Close to 90% of Australians have a private garden! We turn many of our lawns into seasonal cricket pitches, and patios become scenes of get-togethers spilling…
A survey conducted by YouGov offices around the world found that blue is the most popular colour in ten countries across four continents. While this cool and refreshing hue is well-loved in the world, it is not common for…
There’s something special about orchids – a beauty and presence that catches your eye. Orchids are amongst the most popular flowers worldwide – at last count, there were well over over 29,000 orchid species, and over 32,000 named orchids.…
It’s the bold Golden Wattle (or Acacia Pycnantha) that perhaps represents the spirit of Australia, unlike any other plant. Its bright gold and green have become our national colours. We’ve written songs and poems about it. Its flowers are…
Lions, tigers and bears, oh my! More like Deadly Nightshade, Golden Dewdrop, Angel’s Trumpets, oh no! For the uninitiated, these are just three of the poisonous plants and flowers found on planet earth. Each contains a cocktail of poisons…