If you’re looking for something to convey the right message for any occasion, a Burnett florist can create a striking and colourful arrangement of blooms to suit. A floral designer can create the perfect touch for a wedding, baptism, birthday or graduation ceremony, a romantic date or funeral. Floristry is an art. Gorgeous flowers are the tools and your local florist knows the final product can have an enormous impact on the recipient.

Working with your choice of blooms, they design a wide range of fresh and beautiful confections, keeping abreast of style trends while providing more traditional bouquets if required. Knowing how to handle flowers, prepare and package them, and deliver and install, is an important skill. A professional product is longer lasting. Freshly cut flowers are ordered from local nurseries, picked at their peak, and refrigerated immediately, unlike their supermarket counterparts which may languish for days in a warehouse before being stuck in a bucket near the checkout.

Designing and creating beautiful arrangements of blooms in wreaths, bouquets, vases and centrepieces is not as simple as it looks. While arranging roses is a talent some may be born with, there are skills that must be learned to be an expert in this competitive trade. There are many recognised courses in floristry, equipping local florists with the right qualifications.

Flowers ordered may not be in season. Whether it’s David Austin Roses, peonies or gerberas, it’s imperative in this industry to have the right contacts, and these are the people who know where to find out of season flowers to keep every Burnett bride happy.

Florists are not only proficient in design. Many are experts in all areas of plant care too, able to maintain different flower, herb, foliage and ornamental grass species. Many floral designers become so knowledgeable they may work in wholesale where they can grow their own plants and sell to other retailers. Balloons, stuffed toys and chocolates are often also available through their studios.

A florist will work with customers at the shop or over the phone to take orders and customise floral designs. They need to have creative flair and know the right time to show empathy and consideration for their clients. They need to be sensitive to every customer’s circumstances. Perhaps the client has forgotten his wife’s birthday, or someone’s mother has died. The gift of writing suitable, compassionate messages on cards is often a prerequisite for the job!

Local businesses know their way around town, so there’s less chance of a delay in delivery. They can transport flowers anywhere, for any occasion. Is an anniversary coming up and you need some red roses? Perhaps your daughter just had a baby and she loves daisies. Maybe it’s your grandmother’s birthday and you would like a bouquet that’s a little more traditional. Your Burnett florist can help.

Internet-based delivery services have changed the face of floristry, with many studios popping up at home. However, rest assured, whether you walk into a shop or send an email to a home run business, the standard of service is the same.