Edith Wilmot

The Journal

Flower guides, seasonal inspiration and gentle advice from our florists in Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol — to help you choose, send and care for beautiful blooms.

The Chrysanthemum: Autumn's Most Versatile Flower

The Chrysanthemum: Autumn's Most Versatile Flower

You can tell autumn has arrived in a florist's shop by the chrysanthemums. They have been with us all year, of course, but something changes as September turns into October.

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Autumn flower arrangement in warm rust and amber tones, photographed in soft natural daylight
Autumn Flowers BristolAutumn Bouquet Ideas

Autumn Flowers in Bristol: A Florist's Guide

The first sign comes in the buckets, well before the trees. One Tuesday in early September the dahlias arrive looking heavier than they did in August, their petals tightening to deeper plums and ru…

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Freshly cut flowers standing in a clear glass vase of water beside a sunlit window
How To Make Cut Flowers Last LongerFlower Care Tips

Make Cut Flowers Last Longer | Bristol Florist Guide

A woman came into the shop last July almost cross with me. Eight years a florist in Bristol and I still hear it weekly: what's wrong with the flowers? Her anniversary bouquet had gone over in three…

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A dense mix of British-grown cut flowers including pink sweet peas, love-in-a-mist, sea holly, cornflowers and yarrow against a dark wooden fence
British Grown FlowersLocally Grown Flowers Uk

British-Grown Flowers: A Bristol Florist's Case

The bucket of sweet peas came in at half past six this morning, picked in a field outside Bath while the dew was still on them. By the time I'd carried them through to the bench, the whole shop sme…

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A cascading wedding bouquet of blush and burgundy roses, dahlias, scabious and cosmos against a pale wood-plank backdrop
Wedding Flowers BristolSummer Wedding Flowers Uk

Summer Wedding Flowers Bristol | Florist in Bristol

A peony the size of a fist, packed so tight on Monday it looks like it will never open, and by Friday morning it has unfurled into something that barely fits in two cupped hands. That is June in th…

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Spent flower heads and petals collected in a metal container for composting
Sustainable Floristry BristolEco-Friendly Florist

Reducing Floral Waste – Our Commitment to Sustainable Floristry

At our florist, we're always looking for ways to reduce waste and make more environmentally responsible choices. That's why we're pleased to be working with COM:POST, a specialist floral waste compost…

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A generous bunch of seasonal cut garden flowers gathered together in soft natural daylight
Seasonal FlowersFlower Guide

The Best Seasonal Flowers Month by Month

From snowdrops in January to dahlias in September — a month-by-month guide to the freshest seasonal blooms, and why choosing in-season flowers makes such a difference.

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White ranunculus standing in a cream ceramic jug of fresh water, lit by soft natural daylight
Flower CareTips

How to Make Your Flowers Last Longer: 7 Florist Tips

Fresh flowers deserve the best care. Our florists share seven simple, professional tips to keep your bouquet looking beautiful for as long as possible.

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Flower MeaningsGuides

The Language of Flowers: What Every Bloom Means

Flowers have carried coded meanings for centuries. Discover the symbolism behind the most popular blooms — and how to send the perfect message with your bouquet.

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A hand-tied bouquet of white and blue hydrangeas, peach roses, gerbera daisies and pink chrysanthemums wrapped in grey and kraft paper
OccasionsGifts

How to Choose the Perfect Bouquet for Any Occasion

Birthday, anniversary, sympathy or just because — our florists explain how to choose the right bouquet for any occasion, personality and budget.

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A round funeral tribute wreath of cream and orange roses, purple lisianthus and rust chrysanthemums on a wooden table
SympathyFuneral Flowers

Funeral Flowers: A Compassionate Guide

Choosing funeral flowers can feel overwhelming at a difficult time. Our florists offer gentle, practical guidance on tributes, etiquette and what to expect.

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Peach and white wedding florals displayed on crates and a table beside an easel sign reading Edith Wilmot at a reception venue
WeddingBristol

Wedding Flowers in Bristol: Planning Your Floral Vision

From bridal bouquets to full venue florals, planning wedding flowers takes the right partner. Here is what to consider — and when to start — for a Bristol wedding.

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