2015-10-19 14:58
With autumn in full swing and halloween just around the corner, we thought we'd give you a seasonal offer this week. The Rose & Freesia Bouquet is an exquisite autumn inspired arrangemen… Read More
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2015-10-15 13:28
Think back to the last time a beautiful arrangement of flowers was delivered to your home. Was it your birthday? An anniversary or a ‘get well soon’ bouquet? Whatever the occasio… Read More
2015-10-15 11:13
The Turkish distric of Halfeti is a relatively small village situated on the east bank of the river Euphrates. Known mainly for farming, Halfeti has achieved a degree of fame in the world of… Read More
2015-10-07 12:52
Another week, another fantastic 40% off special offer at Clare Florist. This week it's our sublime Rose and Lily Bouquet which is receiving the special offer treatment, bringing the price do… Read More
2015-10-05 13:43
Autumn is in the air - the sunsets are arriving that little bit earlier every day and there's a coolness creeping in. Whilst we're sad to see summer go, Autumn has its own beauty that inspir… Read More
2015-10-01 13:23
Dream interpretation is a fascinating field. Whilst the meaning of different symbols within a dream can vary according to the dreamer and their particular circumstances, it is still interest… Read More
2015-10-01 10:51
After the miserable summer we've had it's nice to see an unseasonably warm and sunny start to the month of October. People are taking to their gardens and local parks in droves equipped with… Read More
2015-09-30 13:28
Today marks the first day of October and all the associations the month brings with it of autumn, halloween, cooler weather and shorter days. To continue our birth flower series here on the… Read More
2015-09-28 12:43
For this week only, you can save 40% on our vivid Red Rosmeria Bouquet when you place an order online. Until this Friday the 2nd of October the Clare Florist Red Rosmeria Bouquet is only &po&hell…Read More
2015-09-28 11:57
It's competition on the Clare Florist Facebook page this week. If, like us, you obsessed over the Where's Wally series in your youth, you're going to have a lot of fun with our Whe Read More
2015-09-24 11:39
The leaves are turning wonderful shades of brown and orange, the nights are beginning to draw in and there's a refreshing coolness in the air. Summer is officially winding down for another y… Read More
2015-09-24 10:21
For this week only we have a very special offer for you - order our Amethyst bouquet online and get a 200g box of Thornton's chocolates included absolutely free! The offer ends tomorrow (Fri… Read More
2015-09-17 11:16
Today on the Clare Florist blog we're going to be revisiting the previously explored theme of Flowers on Film. Flowers have long been used as a symbolic device in films, literature, painting… Read More
2015-09-10 14:42
One of William Shakespeare's most important and popular plays is Hamlet, a tragedy written at the turn of the 17th century. Regarded as one of the most heavily quoted works in the English la… Read More
2015-09-10 11:07
At Clare Florist we've long been extolling the virtues of the language of flowers when it comes to sending unique gifts which are imbued with meaning and significance. A recent article on th… Read More
2015-08-20 14:50
A recent news article has brought some pretty weird and wacky flower care tips to our attention so we thought we'd examine these in a bit more detail. Amongst the unorthodox advice is one … Read More
2015-08-19 12:32
Interesting news has emerged this week - it's thought that the first ever flowers may have bloomed underwater in lakes situated in northeastern Spain. Known by the scientific name Montsech… Read More
2015-08-17 13:17
A recent study of over 2000 people living in the UK has indicated that 55% of ladies wish that their other half was more romantic. It seems that a difference in opinions on what it is exactl… Read More
2015-08-13 14:10
Following on from the success of our previous bouquet video showcases, we've shot one featuring the sublime Sunflower Surprise bouquet so that you can now witness these lovely flowers in all… Read More
2015-08-12 14:13
So this is pretty cool - a company called Bimetal Creations have revealed an innovative new form of metallic sculpture, namely metal flowers that open and close themselves in accordance with… Read More
2015-08-10 11:45
Freesia flowers are known for both their sweet aroma and vibrant, eye-catching colours. There's nothing quite like a bouquet of fresh freesia to evoke the feeling of a warm summer's day and… Read More
2015-08-06 12:17
Exciting times at Clare Florist HQ today as we proudly unveil the latest addition to our range of fresh flower bouquets. The Oriental Charm Bouquet has been specially designed to evoke the e… Read More
2015-08-05 14:04
Flowers can improve our mood. This seems inherently obvious, something that we intuitively grasp, yet it's still interesting nonetheless to read about research which has proven that flower… Read More
2015-08-03 14:58
After a bit of a disappointing July weather-wise, August is finally here and the sun is out for what feels like the first time in a long time. All this vitamin D and serotonin has gone strai… Read More
2015-08-03 11:32
Carnations are among the most popular varieties of summer flower and are thought to be originally native to the Mediterranean region of Europe. Along with their smaller headed cousins, Spray… Read More
2015-07-30 14:29
Peonies are perenially popular over the summer season; indeed our sublime Summer Splash bouquet frequently features amidst our Best-Selling bouquets. The rich and intricate history of the pe… Read More
2015-07-30 13:01
What's the best reason to send flowers? Is it for a birthday present, anniversary memento or engagement gift? Are Valentine's Day and Mother's Day the best days to send flowers? Read More
2015-07-30 11:02
Yesterday marked the 125th anniversary of the death of Vincent Van Gogh, one of the Netherlands' most important and well-known Post-Impressionist painters. The city of Amsterdam was host to… Read More
2015-07-29 13:30
Happy August everyone! Top celebrate the advent of this fine month we thought we’d return to our Birth Flowers series and take a close look at the Gladiolus which is August’s bir… Read More
2015-07-29 11:13
As we bid farewell to July, what has been a considerably disappointing month in terms of British summer weather, we thought we'd take a closer look at this month's birth flower which happens… Read More
2015-07-23 13:22
According to Wikipedia, a bouquet of flowers is a "collection of flowers in a creative arrangement." This definition encompasses bouquets used around the home or public buildings for decor o… Read More
2015-07-22 11:07
For this week only we are offering a huge discount on our gloriously gorgeous Sensation Lilies bouquet with a £15 saving available when you order online. The special offer ends this Sa… Read More
2015-07-20 12:16
Scientific research is continually proving what we at Clare Florist have intuitively known for a long time; flowers make us feel good!
Nancy L. Etcoff is a clinical researcher in Psychology… Read More
2015-07-16 11:12
The term biophilia was first coined all the way back in 1973 by a German psychoanalyst named Erich Fromm. He used the term to refer to "the passionate love of life and all that is alive.&&hell…Read More
2015-07-15 11:04
Deep Dream is a weird and exciting new image-processing algorithm from Google. Images are fed through the program which then attempts to identify and emphasise details which it interprets as… Read More
2015-07-13 13:31
The tradition of sending flowers to your significant other on your anniversary is a long-standing one. Whether it's for your girlfriend or boyfriend to celebrate your first year together or… Read More
2015-07-09 14:37
When someone you care about is feeling a tad poorly or under the weather, sending them get well soon flowers can really help lift their spirits. Feeling unwell is a pretty wretched feeling… Read More
2015-07-09 12:36
It can be difficult to admit when you're wrong about something or made a mistake. And sometimes just saying sorry (or sheepishly apologising by text message) isn't enough; some kind of gestu… Read More
2015-07-08 11:19
As the school term winds down to a close, children across the country will be breathing a collective sigh of relief, as will many teachers no doubt.
End of term gifts for teachers have becom… Read More
2015-07-06 13:02
Have you ever wondered why certain flowering plants are chosen by humans for domestication and propagation? Some plants make invaluable practical contributions to medicine, shelter and as fo… Read More
2015-07-06 11:56
Clare Florist Summer Flash Sale Starts Today! Save a Massive 40% On Flowers & Free Standard Delivery
This week we are pleased to announce the start of the Clare Florist Summer Flash S… Read More
2015-07-06 11:28
Looking to make someone smile? It turns out that sending them flowers could be the best way to incite true happiness, as evidenced by the Duchenne smile.
The 'Duchenne smile', also Read More
2015-06-29 13:52
Ordering flowers online with Clare Florist couldn't be easier. We've broken the process down into a simple infographic, read on for more details on ordering a fresh bouquet of flowers for f… Read More
2015-06-25 13:47
Ever been utterly stuck for inspiration when it comes to an extra special romantic gift for that extra special someone in your life? Me too, but this was before I knew about Clare Florist's… Read More
2015-06-24 12:25
Our Summer Bouquets are the perfect gift to brighten someone's day in an instant. For a limited time you can save 25% on our Rainbow Roses Bouquet, featuring a gorgeous collection of bright… Read More
2015-06-24 12:23
Men tend to be pragmatic and hands-on by nature, preferring problem solving and practical solutions to inspired, beautiful gestures. For this reason, many men may be reluctant to send romant… Read More
2015-06-19 15:00
When someone goes out of their way to do you a favour or help you out, it's always nice to show your appreciation. There are many ways to do this but one of the most popular means of thankin… Read More
2015-06-17 13:14
For our latest competition on Twitter, we opted to do something a bit different from our usual "Retweet to win" affair and instead decided to hold a photo contest. The theme was #SummerFlowe… Read More
2015-06-17 11:04
Dream of wandering amongst a beautiful British country garden? Warm sunshine, crisp air, vibrant colours... well dream no longer! You can now order our popular Beautiful British Bouquet at a… Read More
2015-06-17 10:27
Love Summer? Then we have the perfect deal for you... Order our gorgeous Burst of Summer Bouquet this week and you can get it for the low price of just £29.99 - a 25% saving!
One of ou… Read More
2015-06-17 10:23
Surprise someone special with our gorgeous Rainbow Roses Bouquet. A vibrant mixture of multicoloured roses, hand-arranged by our expert florists and accented upon a green leaf backdrop, our… Read More
2015-06-17 10:16
To celebrate the upcoming Summer season we have slashed the prices of many of our popular Summer Flowers, giving you even greater savings of up to 32% off the price of our bouquets. Flowers… Read More
2015-06-17 10:09
Celebrate the joy of Summer with our gorgeous Rosmeria Bouquets. A vibrant mixture of Roses and Alstromeria, hand-arranged by our expert florists and accented upon a green leaf backdrop, our… Read More
2015-06-15 11:26
Today marks the beginning of British Flowers Week, a nationwide event which runs from the 15th of June until the 19th. A celebration of homegrown British blooms, British Flowers Week is prom… Read More
2015-06-11 12:25
We're very proud of our Rosmeria bouquets which is why we thought we'd showcase them in today's blog post. An inspired fusion of roses and alstroemeria, our Rosmeria arrangement is available… Read More
2015-06-10 14:43
Flowers aren't always the first thing that springs to mind when considering the perfect Father's Day gift and we at Clare Florist think this is a damn shame! As Leah Morrigan convincingly ar… Read More
2015-06-08 12:05
This coming Friday, June the 12th, marks National Red Rose Day. Whilst originally an American holiday, we at Clare Florist can see no reason whatsoever for the tradition to be extended to th… Read More
2015-06-01 15:02
Sunday the 21st of June marks Father's Day here in the UK. Much like Mother's Day, the event is a global phenomenon and is celebrated in slightly different dates and in slightly different wa… Read More
2015-06-01 12:15
June is finally here and summer looks set to begin with temperatures soaring across the UK by the end of this week according to weather forecasts. Whilst May closed out with windswept, showe… Read More
2015-05-28 14:47
June, the first month of summer, holds favourable associations in everyone's heart. The anticipation for summer has been mounting all throughout spring and it's finally here. There's nothing… Read More
2015-05-28 11:21
With summer just about upon us (in name at least, anyway), we thought we'd take a look at some of our most popular seasonal sunflower bouquets. The sunflower is a type of flower which seems… Read More
2015-05-21 13:06
Next Saturday, May the 30th 2015, marks National Water a Flower Day. Despite being relatively obscure, we at Clare Florist feel that this is an important national holiday which should be hon… Read More
2015-05-20 11:41
Summertime is right around the corner, finally! As we all breathe a huge sigh of collective relief, we thought now would be a good time to preview our 2015 summer flowers range, a collection… Read More
2015-05-20 11:06
British Flowers Week, a national celebration of all things floral and British, is set to commence from the 15th of June 2015. The event is in its third year and is gaining steady momentum in… Read More
2015-05-18 11:38
Infographics seem to be all the rage these days so we thought we'd get in on the action. This rose flower care infographic is the first in a range of different flower care tips we'll be rol… Read More
2015-05-14 11:57
Sometimes we want to send flowers without going overboard. Sometimes less is more. Think elegantly simple, refreshingly uncomplicated. For example, maybe you want to let someone know you hav… Read More
2015-05-13 12:51
Summertime is here (almost), and to celebrate we have two colourful and attention-grabbing bouquets now available to order online today!
The breathtaking Beautiful British bouquet is bound t… Read More
2015-05-13 10:40
There are many different reasons to send flowers by occasion such as birthdays, anniversaries or special days like Mother's Day or Valentine's Day. But sometimes a bouquet of flowers can hav… Read More
2015-05-07 12:02
Regular readers of the Clare Florist blog will probably be familiar with the concept of birth flowers, a tradition whereby a different flower is assigned to each month of the year. The… Read More
2015-04-30 13:18
The exotically beautiful and mysterious orchid flower is one of the blooms which best captures our imagination, evoking images of distant jungles or deserts where orchids flower under a simm… Read More
2015-04-30 12:13
Friday the 1st of May 2015 marks National Flower Arranging Day, a celebration of the artistry involved in creating beautiful bouquets and baskets which is something we happen to know a thing… Read More
2015-04-29 11:12
Spring sprung for a while there but the weather has suddenly had a turn for the worse again, around our neck of the woods anyway. In spite of this, we are still hopeful that the sunshine wil… Read More
2015-04-23 12:09
When it comes to making an impression on someone, spontaneity is a great factor. Research has indicated that 96% of women like to receive flowers when they're not expecting them which isn&am&hell…Read More
2015-04-23 11:20
Today's blog topic is inspired by the findings of research that we recently came across. According to the Michael Cohen Group, who conducted research involving focus groups and surveys, 92… Read More
2015-04-22 13:27
International Mother's Day falls on Sunday the 10th of May this year. Although we've already celebrated Mothering Sunday back in March here in the UK, a huge number of countries around the g… Read More
2015-04-20 12:42
This Thursday the 23rd of April is 'Lover's Day' according to the internet. Initially skeptical of what might turn out to be a completely inconsequential, fabricated holiday, we rolled up ou… Read More
2015-04-16 14:07
Working in a drab, sparse environment is conducive to misery, if recent studies are to be believed. An article on office happiness and productivity suggests that employees display better lev… Read More
2015-04-16 11:38
We're always delighted when our customers send us their pictures so we were especially thrilled to receive a few different images from a customer who exhibits an obvious talent in photograph… Read More
2015-04-15 12:24
Having difficulty getting your man to open up to you? Recent research indicates that giving him flowers may hold the key to increasing levels of social interaction and happiness.
We males… Read More
2015-04-15 11:53
Now that Spring is in full gear and our weekends are starting to warm up, here at Clare Florist we've been basking in the glory of the season and have been hard at work arranging some gorgeo… Read More
2015-04-15 11:46
In this day and age, stress is high, attention spans are short, and we are constantly over-stimulated and overwhelmed with sensory overload to the point of stress and anxiety. What on earth… Read More
2015-04-15 10:52
According to recent scientific studies, flowers really can be used to help diminish stress levels. If you're feeling a tad overwhelmed by things in general, a pleasant whiff of fragrant plan… Read More
2015-04-09 14:28
The humble tulip is a flower which is loaded with meanings so it's important to research these before sending tulips to a friend or loved one. As is the case with most flowers, the associati… Read More
2015-04-09 13:52
We often get asked by customers for recommendations on which kind of flower to send on a particular occasion which is why we thought it would be a good idea to write a series of articles ded… Read More
2015-04-09 12:04
The birthday of a friend or relative can sometimes prove to be a stressful time, particularly if you are at a loss to pick out a gift for the 'person who has everything.' It can also be diff… Read More
2015-04-08 15:04
Fresh flowers are in bloom everywhere, always an inspiring sight which nicely complements the milder weather, lighter nights and general feeling of optimism in the air. Why not bring some of… Read More
2015-04-01 13:33
Roses are so laden with meanings dependent on the particular colour that we decided to break down the most popular colours into separate articles. Popular as a romantic gesture, sending rose… Read More
2015-04-01 12:08
It is with regret that we must inform you that we’ve been forced to cancel plans to release a new 1000 Rainbow Rose bouquet.
We’ve also noted the unfortunately coincidental tim… Read More
2015-04-01 11:20
Following on from the success of 100 Rainbow Roses, we're delighted to announce a bountiful sister bouquet which will be available soon. Ladies and gentlemen, we give you 1000 Rainbow Roses!… Read More
2015-04-01 11:05
Ah, the alluring orchid. Distinctive, mysterious and beautiful, orchids immediately conjure up vividly rich and exotic associations. The name 'orchid' derives from ancient Greek where the fl… Read More
2015-03-30 14:29
Our Secret Meaning of Flowers series continues today with a look at Irises, a flower which has a multitude of different meanings in different cultures. The colour of the flower itself can al… Read More
2015-03-30 11:41
Lilies have long been associated with the with the Easter holiday, with the white lily in particular seen as a symbol of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is extremely common to see churc… Read More
2015-03-30 11:37
Now that Winter is nearly over, the days are getting brighter and the Sun is starting to shine! To share some of our good mood we are happy to announce the release of our updated Spring Flow… Read More
2015-03-30 10:59
Easter falls on 6th of April this year which is this coming Monday already! Does anyone else feel like this year is just whizzing by?
Easter is a great excuse to decorate your home with beau… Read More
2015-03-30 10:26
As we continue on our journey to discover the meaning behind various types of flower, today we'll be taking a closer look at Gerberas. Immediately recognisable by their broad faces and cheer… Read More
2015-03-26 12:06
Today, in part three of an ongoing series exploring the secret meanings of flowers, we shall be taking a closer look at the hidden significance of Freesias, one of the most fragrant flowers… Read More
2015-03-26 11:24
The clocks spring forward on the 29th of March this year, the last Sunday of the month, an event which heralds the beginning of British Summertime. As such, we can expect to see more dayligh… Read More
2015-03-25 14:28
There is more to flowers than meets the eye. Many flowers, as well as being startlingly beautiful, are also invested with fascinating hidden meanings, which can influence the nuance of a gif… Read More
2015-03-25 13:34
Today sees the start of a new series of articles on the Clare Florist blog in which we take a more in-depth look at the hidden meaning of various flowers. Today kicks off with the Calla Lill… Read More
2015-03-25 12:20
With springtime finally here, the sight of colourful flowers blooming in our local parks and gardens is becoming a familiar sight. Just don't go picking wildflowers!
Why not? Well, for one… Read More
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