Flower Guides
Flowers, simplified.
Flowers are joyful, choosing the right bouquets shouldn't be complicated. That's why at FLOWERFIX, we've detailed everything you need to know whether you've got a curious cat at home, your recipient has a dog, a birthday coming up, or you're just wondering what your birth month flower actually is, we've put together a set of guides to help.
Just everything worth knowing, from the florists who do this every day.
PET SAFETY
Flowers and pets: the guides
62% of UK homes have pets (up from 57% in 2022). That's roughly, 3 in every 5 households now have a pet in the UK. If there's a cat or dog in the house, (yours or the person you're sending to) this is where to start. Some of the most popular flowers in the UK are toxic to pets. We've made it easy to find out what's safe, what isn't, and what to order instead. Explore our expertly crafted pet-friendly flower collection.
Flowers Toxic to Cats and Dogs: What to Avoid
The authoritative guide to toxic flowers for
cats and dogs, from lilies and tulips to daffodils and hyacinths. Includes a full comparison table of toxic and safe blooms, what to do if your pet ingests a toxic flower, and when to call the vet.
Flowers Safe for Cats: The Complete UK Guide
Everything you need to know about cat-safe flowers, which stems to choose, which to avoid (lilies, tulips, daffodils), and how to order a beautiful bouquet that won't harm your cat.
Flowers Safe for Dogs: The Complete UK Guide
A practical guide for dog owners and anyone sending flowers to a dog household. Covers safe stems, toxic varieties, and the bouquets we recommend.
NON-TOXIC FLOWER DELIVERY
Flowers suitable for pets
What are luxury flowers?
You shouldn't have to choose between flowers that are beautiful and flowers you can afford. For a long time, you did. Not anymore. The florist that supplies London's most expensive addresses charges £80 for what we deliver for £34.
Read about luxury flowersFLOWER OCCASIONS GUIDE
The right flowers for every occasion
Flowers mean different things in different moments. Here's how to get it right, from blooms that say happy birthday to the ones that say something when words don't quite cut it. Explore our guides on what flowers to send and when.
Birthday Flowers: What to Send and Why
The FlowerFix guide to birthday flowers with popular choices by personality, colour meanings and which stems last the longest so they're still beautiful a week on. Includes pet-safe options.
Anniversary Flowers: A Guide by Year
Traditional anniversary flowers by year (for example. Roses for 15th), plus modern takes and how to make them feel personal. Includes a list of pet-safe anniversary bouquets.
Sympathy Flowers: How to Choose and What to Write
A sensitive guide to sending sympathy flowers with appropriate blooms, what to avoid and how to write a message when you're not sure what to say. All options are available lily-free.
Get Well Soon Flowers: What Actually Helps
Not all flowers are suitable for hospital wards or recovery at home. This guide covers what to send, what to avoid, and why a letterbox bouquet that arrives through the door is often the best option.
OCCASION FLOWERS
Let the flowers do the talking.
When words aren't your strong suite, flowers will do all the talking. The florists at FLOWERFIX have curated gorgeous bouquets that say exactly what's on your mind.
BIRTH MONTH FLOWER GUIDES
Birth month flowers
Every month has a flower and most people have no idea what theirs is. These guides will help in choosing a birthday gift with sentimental value much easier. More than flowers, a gift to be cherished.
January Flower
Carnation
February Flower
Violet and Iris
March Flower
Daffodil
April Flower
Sweet Pea & Daisy
May Flower
Lily of the Valley
June Flower
Rose
July Flower
Larkspur & Water Lily
August Flower
Gladiolus & Poppy
September Flower
Aster & Morning Glory
October Flower
Marigold
November Flower
Chrysanthemum
December Flower
Narcissus / Holly
FLOWER TYPE & GIFT GUIDES
Know your flowers
A little knowledge goes a long way when choosing a bouquet. Read our handy guides and know about the flowers we work with most, their meanings, when they're in season, how long they last and of course, whether they're safe for pets.
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