“A bouquet should not only have all sorts of colours, but all sorts of flowers, too!” adds Teri.

Clinch that wow factor by adding in carnations and even certain types of tulips rather than sticking to one flower type to go with the filler foliage.   

“Aren’t a lot of people into gardening these days?” Stephanie remarks. “A lot of mums themselves love plants, so why not give her something that she can pluck from every once in a while and cook?”

Caring for potted plants can be a fun challenge to tackle, so opt for fragrant herbs like wheatgrass or basil which make a pretty decorative feature for the kitchen and a natural air-freshener as well.

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"Interestingly, orchid plants last a really long time, even though they don't last long in bouquets." Stephanie says.

"As a rule, treat flowers with love and care. Water them regularly, store them in a cool place and cut a little bit off the ends every day to maximise freshness."   

The most impactful arrangements are rarely the easiest. So think out-of-the-box —metaphorically speaking— when it comes to a floral gift with a surprise that no one will forget.  

“It helps to think ahead and pre-order gifts earlier for something truly special. For example, why not have a box with a cake and flowers inside?” Stephanie suggests.

“It’s a nice surprise to receive, as long as you make sure the recipient knows she can’t eat the flowers together with the cake!”

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Yes, you read that right! Dried flower décor for weddings is a new trend that Stephanie and Teri have taken on with considerable finesse (look out for more of their incredible designs here).

“Dried flowers take a long time to prepare: we have to dry them for several months, and then spray them with their original colours.” Teri shares with a grin. “It’s a truly memorable gift, though not everyone will be able to accept it.”

“When you think about it, it’s really evergreen: something you can recycle later on.” Stephanie adds. “When you’re working with dried flowers, you can do an elaborate bouquet and just leave it be, it’s not like it will wilt, right?”