A Love for True Blue Flowers
Our next step along the floral rainbow is the colour blue. Blue flowers benefit our mental, physical and emotional wellbeing, by producing a calming effect that in turn slows down our metabolism and thoughts.
Only 10% of flowers come in the colour blue – that makes them the rarest of colours to find. But they do exist, so don’t buy any that are fake or dyed. ‘True blue’ flowers are definitely the only way to go.
Blues can range in shades from soft and pale to rich and vibrant. What you choose, and what you pair it with can create an impact ranging from a peaceful calm, to a sophisticated elegance.
So once again as we talk about how to incorporate a specific colour flower into our arrangements, I’d recommend turning to nature for inspiration.
Spring: Spring is all about the return of blue skies, sunshine and white fluffy clouds. Blue, yellow and white creates a feeling of freshness and openness. An arrangement with these colours would be perfect in the kitchen to greet you first thing in the morning.
Summer: An idyllic summer day is warm and lazy where the pace slows down as you lounge at the edge of a pool. A mix of soft and medium blues paired with eucalyptus greens creates a warm, relaxed feeling. This would be a perfect combination for the bedroom.
Fall: Fall arrives and the days start getting cooler and shorter, yet we’re not quite ready to let go of summer. Blues, dark pinks and oranges make a great combination to transition from summer sunsets to cozy evenings in your home. A vase in your entrance way will be a beautiful greeting as you come through the door earlier and earlier each evening.
Winter: Winter means cold, clear, crisp weather with time spent indoors. Rich vibrant blues, deep purples and dark greens create a warm, glowing feeling. This is perfect in the living room for when you gather with family and friends.
Some of my favourite blue flowers are cornflower, tweedia, nigella, hydrangea and delphinium. If you are unfamiliar with any of these, have a chat with your local florist who should be able to help you, or please message me with any questions. I’d also love to know your favourite blue flowers.
PS - My very favourite blue flower is one that is too tiny to really use in flower arrangements. It’s the very sweet and dainty forget-me-not. But starting in the spring, keep your eyes open as you go for walks as you’ll often see them blooming in your neighbour’s gardens.
