The Petal Press Blog

Peonies in Australia: A blooming delight! When Spring unfurls its colorful tapestry across Australia, there's one floral gem that stands out amidst our vibrant landscape—the Peony. While often associated with European gardens, Peonies have found a cherished place in...

How do I stop my tulips from drooping? One of the most common questions I get from customers is "How do I stop my tulips from drooping?"  Everyone loves tulips but people can be reluctant to use them as a cut flower because their stems are bent or they droop.  The...

Valentine's Day - A Surprising History It’s February! That means Valentine's Day is only a couple of weeks away and I’ll be hard at work putting together beautiful bouquets for people’s loved ones and sweethearts. But what exactly is Valentine’s Day? And why is it...

Christmas Wreaths - A (very) brief history. It’s Christmas time! You know what that means; warm weather, twinkling lights, delicious feasts, boozy eggnog and good vibes all round. On the 1st of December, I know it’s time to decorate the house, put up my Christmas...

Top 5 Winter Flowers We are smack bang in the thick of Winter here in Melbourne and while most of us are dreaming of Spring and warmer days ahead, there is actually a lot to love about Winter.  There's all the obvious things like warm soups, cosy fires and hot...

Ornamental Kale - Looks Good Enough To Eat! Winter is here and the weather has moved from beautiful sunny Autumn days to cold and miserable.  Luckily there are plenty of beautiful flowers that flourish in Winter and Ornamental Kale is one of them. Although it is also...

Fresh Flowers and Your Health   I don’t really need to remind anyone that the world is going through it right now, but it’s an absolute must to try and keep a positive mindset in these trying times. Did you know that fresh flowers have the ability to improve both...

The glass (vase) is definitely half-full - in fact, it’s bottomless! Life is seasonal and beautiful- like our flowers! Treat yourself or someone you love to beautiful, fresh, seasonal flowers delivered straight to your home or office, as frequently as you wish. My...

Basic Wiring Techniques It may seem like a fiddly and time-consuming task but once you have mastered the art of wiring and taping flowers with these Basic Wiring Techniques, you will be able to create a multitude of floral pieces. Wiring adds strength to delicate...

Daffodils | 10 Fun Facts and a funny little story. The humble Daffodil is well known and much loved by just about everyone.  Their bright color and cheerful, distinctive form make them irresistible both  as a cut flower and in the garden.  I just love them.  When they...