So to celebrate the start of the year and to try and offer a cheery distraction from the bitterly cold, grey, January days we thought we would introduce some new bouquets packed full of fresh flowers to bring a smile. Still in the signature style of Pod & Pip's relaxe...

It's amazing how a humble plant in a pot can really add some extra energy, focus and colour to a room. Picking the right plant is as important as picking the right pot. adding another decision to be made, terracotta, glass, ceramic, coloured, neutral, modern, tradition...

So it's been a bit of a monster year for Pod & Pip. Last August we bought and moved into a new house. The previous family had been there 60 years and the house was much loved with very special memories for them. The garden had been particularly special which was eviden...

Always been curious to learn more about floristry or would just love to try your hand at styling flowers? Our flower workshops are just perfect to give you the opportunity to switch off for the morning (or day), put the phone away and indulge yourself working with beau...

It's not only us that's wilting in the hot weather but our flowers and plants need a little more attention as well in this extraordinary heatwave! The lawns may look a little parched and the vegetables patches a little underwhelming but here are some top tips to make t...

The  Lily of the Valley (convallaria majalis) has to be one of the most sought after flowers for its sweet scent and delicate bell like petals which makes it immediately recognisable. But how much do you know about this stunning little flower? Pod & Pip puts it in the...

There's nothing quite like a spring wedding! It's a wonderful time of the year to get married not least because of the flowers available for that season. Nature is beginning to kick into life again after winter and there's a sudden flurry of trees and flowers bursting...

Wreaths are a huge tradition at Christmas, but they can be beautifully styled for any season and so easy to make, so here's our campaign to  help liberate the floral wreath from just the traditional festive period and help celebrate Spring! 

If...

The Victorians used flowers to convey secret messages, a concept now called 'floriography'. Each flower had a different meaning and was used to declare different emotions and thoughts. Floriography is thoroughly intriguing, and somewhat complex as it's not just the flo...

Flowers have to be one of the most emotive gifts, and each bunch ordered has a story behind it I have come to realise. Since starting Pod & Pip I have been very much struck by how much thought, care and love there is for friends and relatives in both happy and sad time...