My favourite flowers for colour and scent are:
Freesia- these come in a range of pretty colours, white, yellow, lilac, red and orange - these are highly scented, and would make a special gift for anyone who has limited eyesight.
Peony - a blowsy bloom in shades of pink, red, white and creamy yellow. A beautiful scent and if you grow them in your garden you will see they are adored by ants - they produce a sticky sap, which they just love 🐜
Lavender - in a range of lilacs and mauves and now also white and pinky mauve shades. Can be used fresh or dried in arrangements. The scent brings back childhood memories ❤️
Tulips - are known for their glamorous spring flowers, some even offer a beautiful scent. The Tulipa 'Ballerina' and the ‘Angelique tulip are a much-loved favourite, according to research from Garderners World
Flower fact: did you know that tulips continue to grow in water after they are cut, up to an inch or more. They also bend their heads towards the light ☀️
The trick to long-lasting tulips is to buy ones very “tight” or unopened, with buds still green and just showing some colour.
Did you also know that a yellow tulip is the colour of friendship, something helpful to know when buying a good friend a bouquet of flowers ;-)
