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Polly's Garden, Wokingham (2026)

My love of flowers and plants began at a very young age when I helped my nana (Polly) cut flowers from the garden - a traditional English garden with rose beds and a beautiful herbaceous boarder. In my heart I always knew I wanted to work with flowers, but it took me many years to find the right time to forge a new career and formally train as a florist. I trained at Merrist Wood College and was a

warded City and Guilds Certificate in Floristry level 2 and 3 with Distinction. Working with flowers is a joy, and I love creating bespoke designs to give my customers something really special. I will work to guide and advise you whilst ensuring that your ideas, style and vision are brought to life in flowers, whether it be for a wedding, event or funeral tribute. I also provide and deliver gift bouquets .

11/06/2026

I’m a big believer that wedding tables don’t need lots of “stuff” on them to feel beautiful.

In fact, keeping things simple often creates the most elegant and luxurious look.

That doesn’t mean you can’t add personal touches—far from it. Photos, bespoke table numbers, meaningful keepsakes and thoughtful details can all help tell your story and make your wedding feel uniquely yours.

The key is considering them alongside your flowers from the very beginning.

If you’re investing in beautiful floral centrepieces, it’s worth talking to your florist about how other table décor will work alongside them. Large table numbers, signage and additional styling pieces can sometimes compete for attention rather than complement each other.

A thoughtfully curated table allows every element to shine while maintaining that cohesive, elevated feel.

Beautiful flowers. Meaningful details. Plenty of space for guests to connect.

That’s usually the perfect balance. 🌿

09/06/2026

Costly and expensive aren’t actually the same thing.

It’s something I think about a lot when people talk about wedding flowers.

Flowers are costly.

Not because florists are charging huge mark-ups or making a fortune (most florists definitely aren’t getting rich!), but because flowers themselves are a costly product to work with.

Every stem has been grown, harvested, transported, conditioned and cared for before it even arrives at the studio.

Then there’s the time behind the scenes that most people never see.

The consultations.
The design work.
The ordering.
The processing and conditioning.
The mechanics that hold installations safely in place.
The preparation.
The transport.
The set-up.
The clear-up.

Wedding flowers aren’t just a product; they’re a service, a skill and a huge amount of labour wrapped up in something beautiful and fleeting.

And that’s part of what makes them a luxury.

Luxury doesn’t have to mean extravagant or over-the-top. It simply means something created with care, expertise and attention to detail that isn’t considered an everyday necessity.

So whilst wedding flowers can be costly, that doesn’t automatically make them expensive.

For many couples, they’re one of the things they’ll remember most vividly about the day—the scent, the atmosphere, the feeling they create in a space.

And that’s why I believe beautiful flowers are worth investing in.

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I’d love to know, before planning a wedding, did you have any idea how much work went into wedding flowers behind the scenes?

03/06/2026

Organised Florist Meets Creative Chaos

There are two very different sides to me.

The first loves a spreadsheet. Colour-coded plans. Timelines. Checklists. Detailed notes. Knowing exactly what’s happening and when.

The second?

The second looks like this...

Buckets everywhere. Flowers on every available surface. Stems scattered across the workbench. Me changing my mind halfway through a design because I’ve had a better idea.

In short: creative chaos.

I think people are often surprised by how much wedding floristry involves both organisation and creativity.

The planning side gives me the structure to make sure everything runs smoothly for my couples. The creative side allows me to respond to the flowers in front of me and create designs that feel natural, beautiful and full of life.

One without the other wouldn’t work nearly as well.

So whilst my studio can sometimes look like complete chaos in the middle of a wedding week, there is always a plan behind it all!

Are you a planner, a creative, or a bit of both?

28/05/2026

Beautiful Blousy Peonies!

Peony season is short, and that’s exactly what makes it so special. I only use peonies when they’re naturally in season because that’s when they’re at their best — full, fragrant and reliably beautiful. Their season changes slightly year to year depending on the weather, and that unpredictability is part of their charm.

Anything “out of season” has either been heavily forced or kept in long-term cold storage, which means the quality is uncertain, and wedding flowers need to be perfect, not just “good enough.” Working with truly seasonal blooms ensures the flowers on your day open properly, last well, and look exactly as they should.

Are you getting married in May or June? Are peonies on your wish list? Let’s chat about how they could fit into your date and palette.

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27/05/2026

All About the Boys (Groom’s Party & Buttonholes)

It’s not just about the flowers for the bridal party — the boys deserve their moment too. There’s something special about seeing men supporting men on a wedding day: the best friends, the brothers, the “ride-or-dies” standing proudly by the groom.

Buttonholes add that final touch, tying the whole look together. Simple, refined and designed to sit perfectly on the lapel, they bring a little bit of the wedding style into each suit. And when the whole groom’s party is lined up, all looking sharp and smiling, well It’s always a highlight.😃

Who’s in your groom’s party? Tag them or tell me who your “ride-or-dies” will be.

07/05/2026

Sometimes the smallest details mean the most.

🤍A something blue charm fixed to the stems of a bouquet.
🤍A locket to honour a much-missed mum.
🤍A little lavender hidden at the back of a bouquet, carrying memories of childhood days in grandparents’ gardens.
🤍 A sprig of juniper for a gin-loving couple.
🤍A touch of eryngium as a nod to Scottish roots.
🤍A tiny keepsake handkerchief, folded and tied with care.

These little things make wedding flowers truly personal.
I’m always happy to include any meaningful item that tells your story. 🌿

Have you got a special item or memory you want woven into your flowers? I’d love to hear it.

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Wokingham
RG402BT

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Website

http://www.pollysgarden.co.uk/

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