The Belles Fleurs Flower Blog

You may think that we admire our stock and create beautiful flower arrangements every day (and we do!) but there is a lot more to being a retail florist. While our jobs may seem glamorous, there is a ..

House plants have been a popular addition to homes for as long as history books go back but there has been a particular resurgence of their popularity in recent times. Plants and flowers are a way to ..

Pink is the colour of the year and with the recent hype about the Barbie movie taking over the world, we’re seeing a demand for more pink flowers and bouquets. At Belles Fleurs Florist in Blanchardsto..

Whether you’re sending a bunch to a loved one to celebrate a birthday or buying a bunch for yourself to brighten up your home, ordering flowers is always a delight. We recommend choosing a tried and t..

Wedding trends come and go but wedding flowers have always been an important part of the day. Not only do they add an air of luxury to your wedding day, they are also part of a centuries-long traditio..

It’s finally that time of the year when our gardens are blooming with one of the most beautiful and dramatic flowers of all, the wonderful hydrangea. This eye-catching bloom grows well in damp soil an..

We can never rely on the weather in Ireland, so this recent warm weather has been a pleasant surprise. We’re making the most of the good weather, sunning ourselves in the garden and topping up our tan..

Many of us know the joy of receiving flowers from a loved one. How happy you are that someone thought of you and the burst of colour that fresh flowers bring to your home. But why wait for someone els..

There is nothing more disappointing than taking an expensive bouquet home from the supermarket and have it wilt after a day or two. Buying from a local florist not only helps to support a small busine..

There is nothing like the excitement of delivery, especially when it’s a fresh flower arrangement from Belles Fleurs! Unfortunately, nothing lasts forever but following our tips on flower care will he..

Spring is an exciting time for florists. Spring means renewal and new life and at Belles Fleurs, we love to change with the seasons. We’re seeing the return of some of the brightest and most colourful..

Bold & vibrant or soft & whimsical - there are so many directions you can go for your wedding florals. Tastes and availability change with the seasons but you can be sure of a quality, beautiful desig..