Is there anything more uplifting than a fresh bouquet of flowers to brighten up your kitchen? Or is there anything more feel good than seeing your friend’s face light up when you hand them a vibrant bunch of buds? We think flowers have such positive vibes and are a great gift, but it can be a minefield finding a bouquet that assures quality and longevity. We think we have found the best in the business for bountiful buds…
Snapdragon
This family-run independent florist in the leafy neighbourhood of Bruntsfield is a floral and candle design brand with a creative and fun flair. Everything they do is botanically inspired and their store sells beautiful flowers, vibrant foliage, fun house plants, handmade candles and elegant homewares. Their brand philosophy is natural, elegant, understated, beautiful and useful and their Bruntsfield store perfectly reflects this. We love their extensive range of flowers, with stock changing several times a week and seasonally. If you like your bouquets elegantly rustic, this one’s for you.
Narcissus
Founded in 1997, Narcissus is a recognisable fixture on Broughton Street. Known for its cutting-edge botanical design and vibrant, instagrammable store front. The new town shop usually has many vibrant blooms and bouquets bursting out of its door, spilling out on the street, easily grabbed for brightening up your own home or the perfect gift for that friend you haven’t caught up with in a while. This popular florist now even has a Flower School where beginner, amateur and professional florists can learn a new skill or hone their craft. Whether you just want to grab a quick bunch or are looking for florals for that special occasion, Narcissus guarantees quality.
Rose and Ammi
We absolutely adore Rose & Ammi’s natural, relaxed and romantic aesthetic and their Tollcross store is as beautiful as their floral creations! The small team of florists behind the brand work under the direction of owner Lydia Cywinski and have been dressing various events throughout Scotland since 2012. Their ever-changing collection of fresh, beautifully cut flowers and unusual house plants are always worth a peruse on a lazy weekend.
Pollination
Pollination has been specialising in beautiful, high quality flowers for over 20 years. Established in 1997, Pollination has become one of the city’s leading independent florists and dedicate themselves to inspiring creativity and delivering exceptional floral design. Their compact shop in Polwarth is burst with blooms, foliage, plants and pots, so much so it feels like every bit the urban jungle. Walking past you would be challenged not to go into the store thanks to their charming outside displays and array of plants perfect for that quick gift.
Wild Flowers Edinburgh
Ever admired those stunning floral arrangements displayed above the doors of some of your favourite businesses around town? Maybe Tiger lily’s pink arching blossom trees? Or the bursting florals inviting you down to Copper Blossom? These stunning displays are the work of Wil Flowers Edinburgh. This premier florist specialises in creating innovative arrangements for businesses, events and weddings, but also offer the public a chance to learn some handy skills with their quirky workshops. They really value the beauty and effect of great blooms, something obvious in their amazing work.
Grow Urban
Grow Urban is Fountainbridge’s friendly plant shop boasting a superb range of houseplants and botanical beauties; from hanging plants and cacti to terrariums and decorative pots and more. Along with expert advice on how to care for your plants you’ll find all your city dwelling botanical needs right here.
And Grow Urban is much more than a plant shop, with a great range of garden lover gifts and (when lockdown restrictions are lifted) a cute little coffee shop serving the perfect cuppa and delicious cakes it’s a great spot to leisurely enjoy a green moment or few.
