Mother’s Day Flowers: Top Tips for Keeping Them Fresher for Longer!

Many mothers will receive stunning flowers as Mother’s Day gifts this month! It’s so easy to keep your Mother’s Day flowers looking vibrant and healthy! Here are some top tips from our florists on how to take care of those stunning stems and help them look fresh for longer:

Top Tip 1: Treat them to a trim

Although it can be tempting to pop your Mother’s Day flowers straight into water, trimming your flower stems before putting them into a vase is a must! We recommend cutting two to three inches off them, before popping them into their new home! Removing any leaves on the flower stems that fall below the waterline will also help to avoid them spoiling the water.

Top Tip 2: Change the water regularly

To prolong the life of your Mother’s Day flowers, we recommend replacing the water every couple of days, and removing any debris from the vase to reduce the risk of bacteria festering. If you notice your water is slightly cloudy, it needs to be changed. For the best result, tip all the water out, clean the vase and then put them back in. Remember, clean and cold water is best for your blooms!

Top Tip 3: Keep them cool

Your flowers will last longer in a room with a cool temperature. Avoid placing them in direct sunlight or near appliances that generate too much heat. Don’t forget, its best to avoid areas near open windows or vents as they can cause flowers to dehydrate.

Mother’s Day is always lovelier with a bouquet of her favourite blooms. A flower delivery from Quigg’s Florist is the perfect gift this Mother’s Day and we have a wide variety of bouquets and arrangements available, that are sure to tell your mum exactly how much you love and appreciate her! Check out our range of Mother’s Day Flowers here!

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Although there are so many gifts to choose for your mum for this special day, this is without question the biggest day of the year for one gift in particular – flowers! There is no better way to say ‘thank you for everything’ than with a beautiful bouquet of Mother’s Day Flowers from Quiggs Florist.

This year, our Mother’s Day Flowers collection boasts a stunning array of fresh and fragrant bouquets and arrangements. that will be sure to make this Mother’s Day extra special. From colourful roses and lilies to vibrant tulips and daisies, at Quiggs Florist we have flowers that will suit all tastes and preference for this very special day! All of our stunning Mother’s Day bouquets and arrangements are designed by our expert florists and hand-delivered with love!

Why not complement your Mother’s Day flower bouquet this year with a little something extra? Adding an extra treat like chocolates, will be sure to make Mother’s Day that little bit more special! Make sure to add in your personalised message at checkout so she knows who to thank. Why not add a poem or beautiful Mother’s Day quote to help you put your feelings into words!

Don’t wait to let your mum know how special she is! Sunday 27th March is fast approaching so why not pre order your Mother’s Day flowers and gifts online now to secure your Mother’s Day flower delivery slot. If you are having trouble deciding on what to choose, give us a call and we would be happy to discuss all of your Mother’s Day gift options with you!

At Quiggs Florist, we are looking forward to making beautiful bouquets this Mother’s Day and can’t wait to brighten up your mum’s special day with the perfect gift of flowers!

At Quiggs Florist, we are very excited to be preparing for the most important day of the year that is rapidly approaching, Valentine’s Day! Our stunning collection of Valentine’s Day Flowers has all our favourite floral designs available for delivery in Derry!

This year, all of our Valentine’s Day bouquets are just bursting with love, offering a beautiful blend of stunning stems!

Our classic bouquets of Red Roses are an extremely popular choice every Valentine’s Day, so make sure to order early! Signifying passion and love, complemented by a distinctive signature fragrance, what’s not to love about a stunning bouquet of red roses overflowing with beauty!

Our luxury hand tied bouquets will be guaranteed to impress your loved one too! From lavish lilies and oriental orchids to richly glamorous roses, all our floral creations have been designed with romance in mind.

If you’d prefer something completely unique, don’t forget about our Florist Choice bouquets! Selecting this option enables our expert florists to express themselves and create something stunning and just bursting with personality! It will be one-of-a-kind and an original design, perfect for those looking to impress!

Why not choose to add some delicious chocolates too! A special extra touch that will guarantee to make your special someone’s heart melt even more!

At Quiggs Florist, we pride ourselves on being the go-to florist in Derry for Valentine’s Day flowers. We are committed to bringing love to life through our creative floral designs, complemented by our exceptional customer service and high-quality flowers. We offer a reliable and friendly delivery service, making sure to get your Valentine’s Day flowers to your loved one in perfect condition to enjoy this Valentine’s Day.

So why not embrace the day of love this Valentine’s Day and show your passion to that someone special with the perfect gift of Valentine’s Day flowers from Quiggs Florist. Order online today!

Flowers and floral arrangements are the perfect gift to help celebrate that special occasion of moving in. They have finally made the big move and they deserve beautiful new home flowers!

Picking the right flower bouquet or perfect arrangement can be challenging but our team at Quiggs Florist are here to help you! Our experienced florists devote their time and energy into creating custom arrangements and bouquets that are completely unique. Here are some of our favourite, traditional flowers that we would recommend considering:

Sunflowers

Sunflowers symbolise positivity, happiness and long life which are ideal wishes for a new home. They also signify nourishment due to the abundance of delicious seeds they produce!

Lilies

Lilies have many different meanings including strength, rebirth, and luck. Each of these relate to making a move as it requires much endurance and suggests a new beginning.

Roses

Vibrant coloured roses signify gratitude, energy, and pride. All of the feelings that those to move into a new home feel!

By always using the freshest, seasonal stems, our stunning floral creations can make the perfect welcome piece for their new home. What better way to welcome visitors than with a fresh bouquet positioned in their new hallway or living area!

Why not add a little extra special treat like a congratulations balloon or chocolates? These items combined with a stunning bouquet of new home flowers will make the ultimate moving in gift.

At Quiggs Florist , we offer fast and reliable delivery so even if you need to order last minute, we’ll still be able to hand deliver the flowers that you want to send. Ordering is so easy on our website. You are only a few clicks away from ordering the perfect gift of new home flowers that will be sure to liven up that new pad!

When you choose to send flowers from Quiggs Florist, you can always rely on our experienced team to deliver the freshest and most vibrant stems. All our arrangements and bouquets are unique, thoughtfully created and will be sure to make that special moving in day memorable! Order today!

As the trees around us start to show off their autumn foliage, this is the perfect time of year to begin incorporating rich autumn hues into our flower creations here at Quiggs Florist. We have a stunning seasonal collection for you to choose from, that are bursting with colourful bronze, gold, orange and burgundy flowers.

During autumn there are plenty of stunning flowers in bloom. From burnt orange roses to soft peach lilies, autumn flowers are a great way to add some warmth or delightful autumn touch to any occasion.

The rich textures of autumn shine through in many blooms that are of the season including Amaryllis, Anemone, Bouvardia, Calla Lilies, Chrysanthemums, Cymbidium Orchids, Dahlia, Freesia, Gerbera, Gloriosa, Hydrangea, Hypericum, Iris, Lisianthus, Phalaenopsis Orchid, Phlox, Rose, Spray Carnation to name but a few!

Designed to send for any occasion during the wonderful autumn season, all of our stunning bouquets can be tailored to suit your every need and can be splendidly arranged to your liking. We have a wide variety of radiant arrangements to choose from, perfect for that special birthday, anniversary or even those ‘just because’ moments.

For that extra special touch, why not add a little something extra and select a little gift including chocolates or a little teddy bear to complement the delivery of your autumn flower bouquet.

Even if you find yourself craving a little more brightness as summer fades, why not give yourself a little lift! Surround yourself at home with bright sunflowers, colourful chrysanthemums, pleasing lavender, or anything else that brightens your day and lift your spirits!

Our experienced team at Quiggs Florist are always on hand to help you select a gorgeous autumn floral bouquet or seasonal autumn plant to send to a friend, loved one or to simply bring autumn blooms into your own home! Get in touch with us today or order now on our website!

Milestone anniversaries are very special, delicate occasions that come around just once in a lifetime! Acknowledging those special moments with a thoughtful flower arrangement can be a wonderful way to say congratulations and celebrate their years of love and unity. Flowers are incredibly meaningful for these occasions and why each milestone anniversary has its own dedicated flower.

Whether for your parents, grandparents, uncles, or aunties or just those special friends in your life, here are the milestone anniversary flowers to give for the most important days of their lives.

10th Anniversary

The simple yet colourful daffodil is the flower most closely associated with 10th anniversaries, but any pop of yellow is deemed appropriate for this milestone anniversary. Yellow is vibrant and fun, reflecting the wonderful moments that the couple has shared over the past decade.

Any yellow flower arrangement is sure to make them smile. Whether you present them with a mixed arrangement featuring daffodils or a bouquet of sunflowers, you can trust that they will be delighted with this sunny presentation of anniversary flowers!

25th Anniversary

It is common to celebrate 25 years of unity with the iris flower, a bloom that truly honours the lasting bond between a couple. The Iris flower is deemed sophisticated, timeless, and resilient. These perfect anniversary flowers are normally associated with enduring relationships and represents wisdom and courage. Thus, reflecting the strong characteristics, you would expect from a couple that has stayed the course for over two decades!

50th Anniversary

The 50th anniversary is truly memorable occasion. This major milestone anniversary has two very special flower options to choose from. Yellow roses are commonly given, representing positivity and happiness. Violets are the second, as they are often associated with simplicity, virtue, and indeed beauty.

The gift of anniversary flowers from Quiggs Florist is the perfect way to show how much you care and to celebrate these special milestones beautifully. Adding colour and joy to those special, once-in-a-lifetime moments is what our experienced florist team are passionate about! Order online today or give us a call and we would be happy to help you select the perfect flowers for that special couple!

Flowers In The Workplace! Flowers are a simple and fun way to keep everyone in a good mood. It is said that exposure to flowers and plants during your working day can reduce anxiety, negativity and improve your memory! Even looking at your blooms throughout the day or taking 5 minutes to water your plants, can greatly enhance your overall well-being.

Flowers and plants can also have a much larger impact, especially when it comes to boosting workplace productivity. A research study at Texas A&M University found that having flowers and plants in the workplace increased work productivity, creativity, and problem-solving! So not only do flowers and plants make us feel fantastic, but they can also help us to perform better while at work! Here are some of our favourite flowers and plants that will be sure to keep workplace productivity blooming:

Productive Plants

Orchids are an excellent choice for any workspace and are one of the most popular flowering plants. Orchids are super easy to take care for, needing only some sunlight and moisture to make sure they reach their full potential. Available is a vast array or colours and sizes, they will be sure to add a splash of vibrancy and positivity to any workspace, be it at home or in the office!

Peace Lilies are the perfect addition to any office décor. Peace lilies differ in appearance from other typical flowers, which makes them a unique and calming addition to any workspace.

Floral Arrangements and Bouquets

Placing fresh flowers in the areas where you and even your customers spend most time, can bring an abundance of benefits. There are various flowers that promote relaxation like lavender, roses, and lilacs. They serve as the perfect addition to any floral arrangement or bouquet and will be sure to maintain a feeling of calmness and serenity no matter where they are placed!

Need Flowers and Plants delivered to your workplace?

Our experienced team of florists in Derry use only the freshest, seasonal flowers to create stunning floral arrangements and bouquets, suitable for any workspace location! From office reception areas, home office desks, hotel lobbies, retail stores, showrooms, surgery waiting rooms and even local restaurants, we always have the perfect floristry solutions to meet your needs.

There is nothing better than a workplace full of happy people! So, if you would like to have fresh flowers and plants delivered to your office regularly, need your reception area adorned with welcoming plants or simply wish to have flowers delivered to your employees’ home offices, we have the perfect solution for you at Quiggs Florist! Get in touch with us today to discuss how we can help you to keep everyone smiling and productive!

Summer Flowers: Inspiration for Date Night! Whether it’s a first date or a monthly date night with your perfect other, a gift of summer flowers can be the perfect token to add an extra sprinkle of romance to your special evening. With so many stunning summer flowers to choose from, selecting the perfect bouquet for date night is easy with Quiggs Florist. Although red roses offer a timeless way to let them know exactly how you feel, there are many other stunning blooms to choose from during the summer months. There is an abundance of summer flowers that thrive within these special months including daisies, dahlias, marigolds, peonies, zinnias and hydrangeas.

Summer Flowers for First Dates

If you want to give flowers on your first date, why not try something subtle like a single pink rose or something vibrant like some colourful hydrangeas. Sometimes less is more when it comes to first date flowers!

Summer Flowers, Just Because

Sometimes a stunning bouquet of summer flowers is the perfect way to say that you are thinking about them in a special way. A surprise gift of flowers on any date will be sure to melt their heart and ensure that your date is made even more special. Why not think about including a teddy bear too, to make sure that they can have a bear hug whenever they think about that special date night and want to relive the moment!

The gift of summer flowers from Quiggs Florists is the perfect token for any date night! Our experienced florist team are always here to help you to choose the perfect flowers for that special date or occasion. When you’re seeking a wonderful token to make your next date night even more special, we have a stunning range of summer flowers and gifts to make sure to swoop them off their feet!

Not all flowers and plants are safe for our pets unfortunately but do not fear, there are many blooms that are non-toxic for our furry friends. We have put together this handy list of some pet friendly flowers that are sure to keep your pets healthy and out of harm’s way.

Gerbera Daisies

We love to use these stunning stems for creating vibrant flower bouquets at Quiggs Florist. They come in a range of vivid and pastel colours, look great in any bouquet and are sure to liven up any room you put them in!

Sunflowers

With big and sunny yellow blooms, sunflowers are a perfect addition to any flower bouquet. There is nothing poisonous about these blooms and are super friendly for both pets and humans! All parts of the sunflower are edible for humans although our pets may not enjoy these items as much as we do!

Moth Orchids

Phalaenopsis Orchids, also known as Moth Orchids, are completely safe for cats and dogs. They come in a variety of colours, including pink, white, red, green, blue, and orange and are the perfect addition to breathe new life into any home.

Roses

Rounding out our list of pet friendly flowers are our classic and beloved roses. With an array of colours and varieties to choose from, roses offer year-round options for beautiful pet friendly flower arrangements and bouquets.

We understand curious noses and paws might be eager to get close to your flower arrangement or bouquet. We would also recommend placing your pet friendly flowers out of reach so that their beauty can be fully enjoyed by everyone!

It is always best to let our experienced team here at Quiggs Florist know when you are ordering flowers that will be delivered to a home with pets. We are always happy to put our expertise to work for you, whether you are looking for a pet-safe arrangement or simply a bouquet that won’t trigger any allergies, our team are here to help with all your floral needs.

Roses come in all shapes, sizes, and colours, and finding some that push the boundaries from the conventional red, might be exactly what you need to express your love to your significant other, family member or good friend. The beauty and charm of roses can really enhance any floral arrangement and can help to make them incredibly special. When you are looking to send a flower delivery in Derry to that special someone, at Quiggs Florist we have roses for every occasion!

Roses can go well with any bouquet or arrangement and come in a variety of stunning colours, each offering a different meaning. Here are some of the most popular colours:

White Roses

White is the colour of purity and innocence and can represent silence or secrecy, reverence, and humility. While white roses are often favoured by brides, they can also be appropriate to give as a sign of respect or remembrance. 

Pink Roses

Pink roses symbolise appreciation, grace, perfect happiness, and admiration and can perfect for incorporating into a ‘Thank you’ bouquet. 

Light Pink Roses

Much gentler than their red counterparts, light pink roses carry a serene message of admiration and can be especially suitable for those in new romantic relationships.

Yellow Roses

Yellow roses adopt a joyous meaning and represent friendship, gladness, delight, freedom, and the promise of a new beginning.

Orange Roses

These fiery blooms symbolise energy, desire, excitement, and even admiration. The perfect flowers to show that special someone how you feel about them.

Need a flower delivery in Derry?

So, the next time that you are looking to send a flower delivery in Derry to that special someone, at Quiggs Florist we really do have roses for every occasion! No matter the colour you chose, a bouquet with these elegant beauties is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face.

Here at Quiggs Florist, we love using the freshest roses to make some of our beautiful bouquets, that are always bursting with elegance and sophistication. View our range here and order your flower delivery in Derry online with us today!