The Northern Flower Garden

Name: The Northern Flower Garden
Address: Newcastle, GB
Telephone: +447776147356
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Hi! I'm Debbie, a fully qualified florist based in Sunderland, providing seasonal Flower and Wreath Workshops around the North East 💚 Debbie x

My name is Debbie and I am the florist behind The Northern Flower Garden. I offer a variety of flower and wreath workshops throughout the year which I design to be accessible by all but also as an opportunity for you to build your knowledge and skills around floristry. I am passionate about sustainable floristry and always excited to develop and share new techniques which are kinder to our planet. Follow me to find out about my workshops and all things floral.

18/07/2025

This is just a quick post to say we are really looking forward to this weekend's Summer Flower Bouquet Workshops 😊

We are all set up and ready to go and we have some lovely blooms in store for you all 💚

But before we do, a quick update.
Have you ever visited The National Trust's Gibside?

We have been looking at the opportunity of doing some workshops over there in the coming months and I was wondering what you thought.

Please drop me your thoughts in the messages👇

Thank you 🙏

16/07/2025

July's Flower of the Month: Alchemilla (Lady’s Mantle)

It might not be the fanciest flower in the garden, but I love working with Alchemilla at this time of year 💚

With its soft, frothy lime-green flowers and ruffled leaves, it brings a freshness and lightness to any bouquet and a zingy backdrop that works perfectly with the high summer sun 🌞

Often used as a filler flower, it’s one of those unsung heroes of floristry — adding softness, movement, and a splash of summer brightness. And, it pairs beautifully with just about everything!

📖 Its name comes from the Arabic word alkemelych meaning alchemy, thanks to its long association with herbal folklore and a little bit of plant magic.

💐 You are also very likely to find Alchemilla popping up in my summer workshops – it’s a joy to work with and always brings that ‘just gathered from the garden’ vibe that I love so much.

Are you a fan of this gentle garden classic?
Let me know what you love to pair it with!

14/07/2025

📣 Last Call to Book!

If you've been thinking about joining one of my Summer Flower Bouquet Workshops, now's the time! Booking closes 12 noon on Thursday 17th July and we’d love to see you there 💛

Come and enjoy a relaxed afternoon of creativity, seasonal flowers, and a little time just for you…

✨ Saturday 19th July – Souter Lighthouse
✨ Sunday 20th July – Crook Hall Gardens
🕧 Starts 12.30pm | 🎟️ £45 per person (all materials included)

We’ll be using the spiral technique to create a hand-tied bouquet, beautifully presented in a gift bag with an aqua bubble – perfect to take home or gift to someone special 🌿

No floristry experience needed – just bring yourself and a love of flowers!

Tap the link to book👇
https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/workshops

08/07/2025

A big thank you 🙏

…to the lovely ladies who joined me at the weekend for our Dried Wreath Workshop at the beautiful Souter Lighthouse and the Leas, at the weekend.

We had such a relaxed time creating your gorgeous wreaths – each one was full of character, colour, and creativity! I was so impressed by how fabulous they all turned out. 😍

It’s always a treat to see how everyone brings their own style to the table – I think that’s the real beauty of these workshops.

🍂 My autumn workshops are just around the corner (can you believe it!), and if you'd like to be the first to hear about them (they do tend to book up quickly!) you can join my email list via the link below👇
https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/subscribe

Thank you again for such a lovely day – and enjoy your beautiful wreaths!

04/07/2025

🌞 Best Fresh Flowers for Warm Weather!

When the temperatures rise, not all flowers can take the heat. If you’re dressing your home, planning a wedding or event, or just want flowers that won’t wilt in a warm room, here are my top choices:

💥 Heat-Loving Heroes:

🔸Carnations – Long-lasting, frilly and available in endless shades. A florist’s summer staple!
🔸Sea Holly (Eryngium) – Striking, spiky texture and totally unfazed by warm conditions.
🔸Orchids – Especially cymbidiums and dendrobiums; they love warmth and stay elegant.
🔸Alstroemeria – Bright, cheerful and built to last, even in hot rooms.
🔸Zinnias – Sturdy summer favourites with amazing colours.
🔸Lisianthus – Surprisingly tolerant of heat, with delicate-looking but resilient petals.
🔸Statice – A great filler flower that keeps its shape and colour well.

If you love flowers and want to learn more tips like these, why not sign up to my email list to be notified straight away of my upcoming flower workshops👇
https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/subscribe

02/07/2025

🌸 Fancy a creative afternoon with fresh flowers and good company?

Come and join me this July for a relaxed Summer Flower Bouquet Workshop, where we’ll be creating gorgeous hand-tied bouquets using the spiral technique – a simple but effective floristry technique for a fuller flower bouquet.

You’ll go home with your flowers beautifully presented in a gift bag with an aqua bubble – perfect as a treat for yourself or someone else! 💕

✨ Saturday 19th July – Souter Lighthouse, South Tyneside
✨ Sunday 20th July – Crook Hall Gardens, Durham
🕧 Both start at 12.30pm
🎟️ £45 per person (everything included)

Whether you're new to floristry or just fancy a few peaceful hours of creativity, this is a lovely, no-pressure way to spend a summer afternoon.

⏳ Spaces are limited – so why not book your spot and bring a friend too?

👇 You can find all the details here:
https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/workshops

Souter Lighthouse and the Leas
Crook Hall Gardens National Trust

30/06/2025

🌸 A huge thank you to Story Homes for inviting us to their fabulous Influencer Event at Heritage Farm, Tanfield on Saturday – what a wonderful day!

It was a joy to run our Flower Crown Workshop and meet so many brilliant women, full of creativity.

To all the lovely ladies who joined us – thank you for getting stuck in, making such beautiful crowns, and bringing the sunshine with you (even when the weather wobbled a bit!) ☀️

Swipe through to see some of the gorgeous moments from the day... 😊

27/06/2025

🌸 Hello from The Northern Flower Garden!

I’m really looking forward to being at Heritage Farms () in Tanfield, Durham tomorrow for a very special Flower Crown Workshop ✨

This lovely influencer event brings together some amazing local businesses – including , and – and I’m thrilled to be part of it.

It’s set to be a gorgeous day filled with creativity, beautiful homes, and a few floral touches of magic 🌿

26/06/2025

🌾 Dried Flowers: Beautiful, Long-Lasting & Low Maintenance

Dried flowers are having a real moment — and for good reason! Not only do they bring a natural, rustic charm to your space, but they also last for months (even years!) with just a little bit of care.

Here’s why I love working with dried blooms:
🔸 They’re long-lasting — no water required!
🔸 They’re sustainable — less waste, more use.
🔸 Their textures and tones are simply gorgeous.

Top Tips to Help Them Last:
🔸 Keep them out of direct sunlight to stop fading
🔸 Avoid moisture and humidity (no steamy bathrooms!)
🔸 A quick dust every now and then
🔸 Handle gently — they may be delicate, but they’re worth it

Whether you’ve made a dried wreath at one of our workshops, or planning to come to a future dried workshop (dried table centre coming soon!), dried flowers are a beautiful way to enjoy the beauty of nature all year round.

Do you love dried flowers too? Let me know your favourite ones in the comments!
👇

24/06/2025

🌸 Age Without Apology Month

This month, we’re celebrating Age Without Apology Month at The Northern Flower Garden with confidence, curiosity, and by living life unapologetically — at any age.

Because here's the truth:
✨ It's never too late to try something new.
✨ It's never too late to nurture your creativity.
✨ And it’s certainly never too late to fall in love with flowers!

Whether you’ve always dreamed of learning floristry or just fancy a peaceful afternoon doing something a little different, our flower and wreath workshops are relaxed, welcoming, and designed for everyone with no experience needed.

So if you’re feeling inspired to embrace something new, come along! You might surprise yourself 🌿

💐 Upcoming workshop dates here👇
https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/workshops

20/06/2025

💜 And the answer is… LUPIN!
.. or Lupinus polyphyllus, if you want to know her Sunday name 😆

Did you guess right? 🙌

These bold beauties are an early summer favourite - tall, elegant, and full of colour! 💜💙💗

You’ll often see them featured in our seasonal workshops too, aren’t those petals amazing?

19/06/2025

🌸 Guess the Flower!

This close-up is giving cottage garden magic, but can you tell what it is?

👀 Zoom in, take a good look…

🔎 Clue: It’s tall, proud, and a classic of the early summer border!

Drop your guesses below 👇

I’ll reveal the answer tomorrow! 💬

Address

Newcastle

Opening Hours

Monday

10am - 4pm

Telephone

+447776147356

Website

http://thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/

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