Wax FlowerGeraldton Waxflower is a West Australian native flowering bush that produces an ubundance of tiny round pink, purple or white flowers. Waxflower one of the most widely-used cut flowers from Australia, because of its hardiness, longevity and usefulness in...

TulipTulips are the floral emblem of Holland, and one of the most recognisable winter flowers in the world. Tulips grow as one or two flowers from a bulb, which can be replanted each year if kept cool. Each flower has a bright green stem of around 30 to 60...

RoseBecause of the popularity of the Rose in floral arranging and gardening, there are many different varieties, from Miniature Roses to scented David Austen English Roses through to more recognisable cut flower varieties. There are innumerable colours in the Rose...

ProteaThe Protea has many different types, as indicated by the origin of the name ‘Protea’ – it comes from the mythical Greek God Proteus, who could change his form at will. Some of the more common varieties of Protea that are produced en masse for florists include...

NarcissusFlowers that go by the botanic genus Narcissus that are sold by florists are more commonly known as Daffodils and/or Jonquils. They are small flowers, either in yellow, orange or white, that that grow from bulbs in the spring. The Daffodil flower has a...

LisianthusLisianther, ‘Lissi’, Texas Blue-Bell, Gentian, or the scientific Eustoma – this gorgeous flower goes by many names. The Lisianther grows on a thin stem, that is cut anywhere from 20 to 60 centimetres tall. Each stem has pointed soft green leaves, around five...

Lilium There are many types and cross-breeds of Lily, but the most commonly used by florists are the Asiatic, Oriental, Longiflorum and Trumpetor (or Christmas Lily). Lilies are grown from bulbs all year around, although they also naturally flower in summer in colder...

GypsophilaGypsophila is commonly known as ‘Gyp’, Babies’ Breath, or Million Star. Each stem has hundreds of tiny white flowers on wire-thin branches, giving an airy, soft impression. The flowers have no scent, and wither quickly when allowed to dry out. However, if...

GerberaGerberas are actually a type of Daisy (Asteraceae), and are one of the most popular flowers to buy due to their bright colour and longevity. They have a central circle that is either black, light green or coloured, surrounded by colourful rays made up of two or...

ChrysanthemumChrysanthemum’s are a part of the Daisy (or Asteraceae) family, and are a very popular and affordable option for those who wish to have flowers in their own home, or to give as a colourful gift. Each thin Chrysanthemum stem, which may be 50 to 100cm tall,...

CelosiaCelosia is an unusual velvety coral-shaped flower that usually comes in shades of red, pink, yellow or orange. Celosia, a name derived from the Greek ‘kelos’ meaning fire, may also go by the name Celosia Brains, Woolflowers or Cockscombs. The flower head of the...

Calla LilyThe Calla, unlike its name, is actually a part of the Araceae family of flowers, and its scientific name is Zantedeschia. Each goblet-shaped flower is formed by one small to large circular spathe that spirals up and around a central stamen. Calla stems are...

BanskiaBanksias are a part of the Proteaceae Family, with different species native to different areas of Australia’s scrubby bushland. The Banksia was named after Joseph Banks, who found many species of the plant on Captain Cook’s famous voyage to Australia. Some of...