Valentine’s Day 2024: Add on Chocolates

When you’re Valentine is too sweet they need some chocolate! Canadian made. Large peanut butter cups, chocolate covered licorice, chocolate covered caramel, and some KETO selection too
519-354-5555

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Happy Valentine’s Day 2024: Black Roses

You know us!
We carry the unusual

Look at these colours!!!
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*plus pineapple, king protea, ranunuculus, stargazer lilies, lisianthus, and so so much more

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Happy Valentine’s Day 2024: Jelly Roses

You know us!
We carry the unusual

Look at these colours!!!
519-354-5555

*plus pineapple, king protea, ranunuculus, stargazer lilies, lisianthus, and so so much more

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Happy Valentine’s Day: Rainbow Roses

You know us!
We carry the unusual

Look at these colours!!!
519-354-5555

*plus pineapple, king protea, ranunuculus, stargazer lilies, lisianthus, and so so much more

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Smaller loose wraps to add to your own vase

LOOSE WRAPS
$55 wrap volume
Gerbera daisies, poms, fugi mum, carnations $5 something else
*Add roses, price per stem

OR SPECIALTY WRAPS- MORE EXPENSIVE FLOWERS, SPECIALTY, DIFFERENT. WILL BE SHOWY BUT WILL DEPEND ON THE $ HOW MUCH SHOW

519-354-5555

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Loose cut flowers to put in your own vase

LOOSE WRAPS
$75 wrap volume
Gerbera daisies, fugi mums, poms, Casablanca lily, commercial, carnations
*Add roses, price per stem

OR SPECIALTY WRAPS- MORE EXPENSIVE FLOWERS, SPECIALTY, DIFFERENT. WILL BE SHOWY BUT WILL DEPEND ON THE $ HOW MUCH SHOW

519-354-5555

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Heart to Heart

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Heart to Heart Hyacinths $44.99
5 stems hyacinths
10 stems tulips
Colours will vary
Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Succa for You

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Succa for you $49.99
Ceramic container
1 gerbera daisy, 3 fashionista alstroemeria, coloured BB, daisies
Colours may vary
Incudes a Marshmallow Sucker
Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s day 2024: Tender Tulips

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Tender Tulips $19.99
2 single tulips in a gold tube glass and metal holder
Colours will vary
Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Tip Toe Tulips

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Tip Toe Tulips $44.99
2 bunches tulips
Colours will vary
Vases will vary
Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Pucker Up Buttercup

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Pucker up Buttercup $39.99
Lip Ceramic Vase
Single red rose
Tied with a love ribbon
Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Gorgeous Gerbera Daisies

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Gorgeous Gerbera daisies $29.99
3 gerbera daisy
Filler and foliage
Colours will vary
Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day: Spring bulbs in soil

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Breathtaking Bulb Planters $49.99
Colourful planter with bulb plants, crocus, tulip, daffodils, hyacinth in soil
Plant the bulbs outside for them to come up every year

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentines’s Day 2024: Preserved Rainbow Roses

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Preserved Rainbow Roses! Still a few left and they are beyond incredible. The colours are so intense. They will last and last!
Choose in a box, or displayed in a vase with stones

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Saucy card line

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Saucy card line- good for lots of laughs, and there are so many to choose from, lots to choose from!

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Saucy Card Line

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Saucy card line- good for lots of laughs, and there are so many to choose from, lots to choose from!

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s Day 2024: Two peas in a pod

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Peas in a pod for Valentine’s Day- haha, ok! Locally handmade and they are so cute!

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

Valentine’s day 2024: Wrapped in Love

At The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham,
Wrapped in love! With this gorgeous locally handmade afghan

Please have ready your recipients name, address, phone number and card message. As well as your method of payment either credit card or e transfer OPEN Wednesday February 14th Valentines love day 8:30am-6pm

CHRISTMAS 2023 FEATURES: JINGLE BELLS AND MODERN YULETIDE

Christmas Features 2023
$21.99 JINGLE BELLS: 1 stem of gold berries, 3 white ball poms
$44.99 MODERN YULETIDE: gold feather, white berries and a gorgeous white rose

Both are simple and elegant. Perfect size for a person who doesn’t have a lot of space
Or decorate your home on a whole other level and put these in the washroom, or bedside of an overnight guest

The Purple Pansy flower boutique
519-354-5555

CHRISTMAS 2023 FEATURES: WINTER BLISS

Christmas Features 2023
$59.99 Winter Bliss, winter pedestal container, pink and burgundy carnations, ribbon and clusterS of ornaments. Cedar, boxwood and Carolina sapphire
A gorgous whimsical arranement.
Please feel free to add more flowers, pending selection how much extra it will cost

The Purple Pansy flower boutique
519-354-5555

CHRISTMAS 2023- FLOWER SUBSCRIPTIONS

If you don’t know what to get the special person in your life
Or if the person has everything.
FLOWER SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE THE PERFECT GIFT!

We have: annual subscriptions
holiday subscriptions
or special occassion subscriptions!

We can help you say it all with flowers
The Purple Pansy
519-354-5555

CHRISTMAS 2023- ADD SOMETHING SWEET

Do you need stocking stuffer ideas, or a sweet treat to send along with your flowers?
Chocolate covered marshmallows, large peanut butter cups, chocolate cover licorice or pretzels.
And flavoured Twigz pretzels.

One stop shopping at your more than your average Flowershop
The Purple Pansy
519-354-5555

CHRISTMAS 2023- WE SUPPORT LOCAL START UP’S

Showing here are locally handmade afghans.
They are a perfect comfort gift this holiday season.
Wrapped in love
*you’ll notice that this is one of my top 5 favourites in store now

We also carry locally handmade soy candles.
Locally made stained glass Yonis
And small crafts by locals
Please feel free to look at our Facebook page
Or call the store directly for further information
519-354-5555

Thanksgiving 2023: Pumpkin Feast $54.99

PUMPKIN FEAST: $54.99
Black metal pot and stand that is connected.
Centrepiece of yellow buttons poms, corn broom, amazing orange velvet pumpkins and foliage
A perfect way to set your Thanksgiving table.
Add locally handmade soy Cloudburst Autumn collection Candles.
Fall napkins.
Artificial gourds and pumpkins.
And so much more
519-354-5555

20th year Store Anniversary April 8th 2022

20 YEARS TODAY, OH MY HOW FAST TIME FLIES WHEN YOU’RE HAVING FUN.
I DREAMED AS A YOUNG GIRL TO OWN MY OWN FLOWERSHOP
AND HERE I AM, LIVING THIS DREAM.
AS MUCH HARD WORK AS WE DO HERE, I ALSO KNOW THAT
THIS WOULDN’T BE HAPPENING WITHOUT YOU!
NOT ONLY AS A CUSTOMER BUT AS A FRIEND.
MY LIFE IS BETTER WITH EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU IN IT.
THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART FOR YOUR SUPPORT,
FRIENDSHIP, TRUST AND LOVE!
SINCERELY, TRICIA

PLEASE BE READY when placing orders

At this busy time of year, we ask that you please be ready when calling in an order. We will be asking for the recipients name, address and phone number. We will be asking for a card message. And payment with a credit card handy please. Thank you so much for having this information ready, we truly appreciate it. 519-354-5555

It all comes down to the little details. Weddings flowers by The Purple Pansy

This is an outstanding combination of fresh flowers for a gorgeous winter day. Pops of colour as to the dramatic flair. Angela Speller photography. Thank you for sharing Melanie and Nick. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, trust us to handle all the little details of your wedding day flowers. 519-354-5555

Elegant and Classy Calla lilies are so stunning wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

The simplicity of Calla lilies is a timeless and stunning bouquet. Added with them the Bridesmaid in a stunning new variety of roses adds some fragrance and texture for a lovely combination. Thank you for sharing Tricia and Mike. John Lyons Photography another stunning wedding photo shoot! Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, whatever the look you wish for, we are the designers who can fulfill your dreams 519-354-5555

Doing WEDDINGS the right way- The Purple Pansy

A beautiful start to spring, this April 2018 wedding stunning in flower selection including the beautiful scented peonies. Take a look at our portfolio on our facebook page wedding albums. You’ll see how many weddings we’ve created, knowing that we can handle whatever the look you desire, simple or elegant. We’re not just saying we can make your dreams come true, we are showing you that WE CAN make your dreams come true. Thank you for sharing Pam and Dan. Pam’s comments in regards to her wedding flowers “Those flowers truly added so much beauty into our day. They were PERFECT. Thank you again!” Samantha E Photography. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, more than your average florist 519-354-5555. Book your free consultation today

Don’t be a slave to the ordinary wedding – flowers by The Purple Pansy

Don’t be afraid to have a winter wedding! A fresh snowfall, winter accessories with a cape and gloves. These all create a unique and individual wedding experience. The Purple Pansy will help you with your floral details and weather conditions to help you showcase your flowers and style in all situations. Trust our professionals who have worked together for years. Tricia alone has designed over 1000 weddings! Thank you for sharing Amanda and Adam. Melissa Doyle Casting Memories Photography. Please feel free to look for more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- your wedding inspiration professionals 519-354-5555

We LOVE Winter weddings! by The Purple Pansy

We absolutely love winter weddings and all the accessories that go along with them! Absolutely stunning photos as always Denise Blommestyn! Thank you so much Cassie and Brandon for sharing your photos and putting your trust in us, we were so happy to be able to create the wedding bouquet of your dreams, berries included! Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique-you can trust us for any occasion! 519-354-5555

We Do- Simple too. At The Purple Pansy

Thank you for sharing your photos and wedding day with us Cindy and Zoran! Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. Not everyone wants an over the top bouquet. Whatever the look- simple or elegant, we are here for you. Book your free consultation today 519-354-5555

TRULY- dream photos of this wedding, flowers were captured perfectly

The Purple Pansy, describing us in a few simple words is simply not simple. Our dedication and drive to achieve the highest standards in a priority for us. Are we perfect, not always. However, we try hard. And this wedding is a fine example of our talents and skills. Thank you for sharing your amazing day with us Anastasia and Marvin! And Denise Blommestyn Photography- you outdid yourself with this wedding. I could hardly narrow down the photos to pick “just a few” to use to advertise our flowers. Please, have a look at this incredible album on our facebook wedding photo albums, you will swoon.
The Purple Pansy flower boutique, we truly love what we do! 519-354-5555

Showcasing a bride who wasn’t sure if she wanted to carry a bouquet- and so glad she did!

“Thanks Tricia,
The table runner of greenery with the lanterns was exactly as I hoped for. And I’m glad you nudged me to have a small bouquet, you were right I would have missed it! ”
Robin wasn’t sure if she wanted to carry a bouquet- but something small and simple was a perfect accent and looks stunning in the photos!John Lyons Photography captured the special moments. Thank you for sharing Robin and Don. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in the historic downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

Now this should be every Brides reaction to seeing her wedding day flowers

The Purple Pansy flower boutique believes that every Bride should enjoy this moment. Your long awaited wedding day arrives, relish in the joy. Smell the flowers, take in their fragrance and beauty. Enjoy that all the hard work and planning is coming together and in just a short while you are joining your partner for life. We, at The Purple Pansy suggest choosing your florist wisely. Trust the professionals on one of the most important days of your life. Book your free consultation now 519-354-5555 Thank you for sharing Mandy and Frank. Melissa Caron Photography captured this special moment. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham

Fall wedding bouquets by The Purple Pansy

Now this is a stunning palette of colours for a fall wedding. Featuring elegance, sophistication and gorgeous rich colours! Thank you for sharing Erin and Cody and for putting your trust in us to create the wedding of your dreams. Chad Barry Photography, great job capturing these details. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding photo albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- trust the professionals 519-354-5555

Carmen’s testimonial of her wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

“I just want to say Thank You again so much for the beautiful floral arrangements your associates and you created on our wedding day! When I look back on my wedding pictures I can still remember the excitement from when I walked into my room to see my flowers! Flowers bring me so much joy and happiness when I look at them. I still have my wedding bouquet dried in my curio cabinet and I admire them so much and will cherish them” Carmen Crawford.

Thank you so much for your kind words Carmen, I truly am lucky to be able to do what I love. Thank you for sharing Carmen and John. Katey Marie Photography. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- family owned and loved. 519-354-5555

Early spring- freshness and new beginning bouquets at The Purple Pansy

Creating the wedding flowers of your dreams is our specialty. We take pride in knowing that we see your vision and can create it. We don’t just say we can do, we can. Please take the time to look through our facebook page wedding albums to see for yourself our wedding creations. Thank you for sharing Alicia and Greg. Jason Amlin Photographer. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- Chatham’s multi award winning florist. 519-354-5555

Trending cascades with a hint of colour by The Purple Pansy

Whatever the look, simple or elegant. Whatever the style, flower selection, colour or design trust the professionals at The Purple Pansy to design the wedding of your dreams. Thank you for sharing Kayley and Mike. Melissa Doyle wedding photographer. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- professional designers at your service. Book your free consultation today 519-354-5555

Classy Calla lilies- so perfect for your wedding day. The Purple Pansy florist

When it comes down to your wedding day and the flowers arrive just before the photographer starts taking photos, do you want to take a chance on someone doing a good job on your flowers? Or would you rather know for certain that a qualified and trained professional, in an established business will create amazing flower arrangement just for you! The Purple Pansy flower boutique specializes in wedding flowers, and we take great pride in doing so.
Book your free consultation today to sit with the owner for a one on one to determined your exact needs.
The Purple Pansy flower boutique 519-354-5555

Sunflowers bring smiles- especially in wedding bouquets at The Purple Pansy

Coordinating flowers from the bouquets to the table arrangements create a themed look for a special wedding day. Thank you for sharing Lena and Jeff. Melissa Caron and Fred Mudge photographers. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, creating over 1000 weddings! Book your free consultation today 519-354-5555

Bold and colourful wedding bouquets at The Purple Pansy

Be daring and be bold, this gorgeous and colourful bouquet is sure to make you smile. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, we bring your wedding dreams to life! Thank you for sharing Angelique and Wes. Melissa Caron Photography.
“I truly enjoyed working with you – you understood what we were looking for and made the process effortless.” Thank you for such kind words Angelique!
Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page wedding albums.
The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

Or course we love this pretty Bride on a Purple sofa-flowers by The Purple Pansy

A stunning late September wedding day with fall accents of wheat and burgundy make sure a gorgeous combination of flowers and colours. This is one of my favourite bouquets of 2017. If you haven’t chosen your florist to create the vision of your dreams you need to contact us today 519-354-5555. If you don’t have a vision, its not a problem. Contact Tricia, our wedding specialist and she will help you determine the look you are wanting. Thank you for sharing Danielle and Hubert. Photographer: Anna Dzicole. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page photo albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, voted CK Best florist for 6 years in a row. 519-354-5555

A blistery cold winter’s day bouquet by The Purple Pansy

You’d never guess it now, but this wedding day was super freezing. Gena chose a bouquet of natural winter greens and pine cones with a few white flowers and a winter theme. It was a perfect bouquet for a mid January wedding. Thank you for sharing Gena and Brett! Tanya Sinnett photography, thank you for capturing our work! Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page photo albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. Voted CK best florist for 6 years in a row. 519-354-5555

Magazine worthy- absolutely stunning. The Purple Pansy flower boutique

A stunning bouquet of neutral, sand and blush and pop of marcella to add some colour. Thank you for sharing Jackie and Gerard! This photo is beyond stunning. Eleanor Dobbins Photography. Who do you trust on your special day- let the certified professionals design flowers with quality and excellence. After all, your flowers don’t arrive until just before your ceremony. The Purple Pansy flower boutique. The multi award winning florist of choice. 519-354-5555

You would never be able to guess- wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

You can’t tell- this wedding party carried artificial bouquets. There are strong allergies in the family that prevented fresh flowers. The bride provided a swatch of fabric to match the Bridesmaid dresses and they looked amazing. Even the foliage was artificial! Please feel free to take a look at more photos in our Facebook photo albums. Thank you for sharing Amanda Aric! John Lyons photography, these photos are remarkable- you did fantastic.
The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham- you wedding specialists. Book your free consultation today. 519-354-5555

Beating the Rainstorm for a beautiful photo: flowers by The Purple Pansy

This was worth almost getting rained out- stunning photo Melissa Doyle, Casting Memories. Thank you for sharing Brooke and Justin. Brooke carried a bouquet with a bohemian flair before it became popular. The lush foliage suit the golf course location for the reception. Please feel free to look at more photo albums on our Facebook Albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- your creative florist. 519-354-5555

Blair and Adam got married with gorgeous flowers from The Purple Pansy

A colour palet of purples! Blair carried a beautiful bouquet of lavenders and grey with lots of texture and depth. A perfect end of summer bouquet. This photo showcases how the dresses can be different but the bouquets should be similar so that the Bride stands out. Gorgeous photography: Mackenzie Froats Photography. Thank you for sharing Blair and Adam. Please feel free to look at more photos on our Facebook Album pages. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

Lush and pretty, ivy in a teapot

Vintage in appearance, with stunning green ivy in a teapot. Something to last for Mom. Please feel free to look at more photos on our Facebook page photo albums. Please call to reserve or deliver 519-354-5555. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham

Mother’s day Feature- Classic and Elegant

Our Purple Pansy feature for Mother’s day is a Classic and Elegant arrangement in a white ceramic container with blush hydrangea and white tulips (may have to sub colours depending on when you place the order) with an assortment of foliage $64.99. Please call to reserve or deliver 519-354-5555. Please feel free to look at our Facebook page albums for more photos. The award winning Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

A perfect and lovely combination of colour for a summer wedding

A perfect and lovely combination of colour for a summer wedding, flowers by The Purple Pansy flower boutique. A few succulents complete the look for an overall garden appearance. We specialize in wedding flowers, and you don’t have to worry. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, let the professionals help you plan a perfect wedding. Don’t wait, give us a call today to book your free consultation. Please feel free to look at more photos on our Facebook page photo albums. 519-354-5555

Classic and Elegant wedding bouquets at The Purple Pansy

We love being part of so many couples special wedding day. This timeless and elegant bouquet is classic in all white and cream. A touch of foliage gives it a natural and garden feel. Book your free consultation today to make sure you get the very best on your wedding day. Melissa Doyle, Casting Memories Photography. Please feel free to look at more photos on our Facebook page photo albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. 519-354-5555

We did it again,,,,,The Purple Pansy flower boutique is in a magazine

We are so proud to announce that we have just been featured in Style Verify Magazine for one of our weddings we created in the fall of 2017. Thank you for the submission John Lyons Photography. And thank you to our Bride and Groom: Olivia and Kosta for choosing us to be your florist. Please feel free to look at our facebook page to see the link. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

Celebrating 16 years in Business!

Where does the time go- we’re celebrating our 16th year store Anniversary April 5th, 6th and 7th. In store specials, features and a whole lot of fun happening. Stop in and see how we’re much more than your average florist. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

Linear Wedding Bouquets from The Purple Pansy

If we can do this for weddings- can you imagine how much more we can do for other occasions? An early spring wedding getting away of the traditional and roses. Alexandra carried linear bouquets to stand out. Thank you for sharing Alexandra and Peter! Denise Blommestyn Photography. Please feel free to look at more photos on our Facebook page albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, more than your average flower shop. 519-354-5555

Not every Bride is a flower lover- but we are, The Purple Pansy

Not every Bride thinks that flowers are an important part to her wedding day. However, after seeing her bouquet, Erin had a change of heart and fell in love twice on her wedding day. She loved her bouquet beyond her expectations. And we were so happy to hear this. Thank you for sharing Erin and Connor! Samantha E Photography. Please feel free to look at more photos on our Facebook page albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- we know how to make you happy. 519-354-5555

Pretty pops of colour for an outdoorsy summer wedding, flowers by The Purple Pansy

Loving this pop of colour! The bridesmaids carried a simpler look of all white. Whereas the Bride carried a colourful bouquet to match the Bridesmaids dresses. Thank you for sharing Krista and Jason! Nikki Mills photography. Please feel free to look at more photos in our facebook photo albums. The Purple Pansy flower bouquet in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555.

Elegant and Stunning summer wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

Alie and Colin’s wedding was a pleasure to create since I watched them grow through their highschool years and now being adults and getting married. Thank you Alie and Colin for having us be part of your special day. Their summer wedding flowers had beautiful cymbidium orchids as a special reminder flower for Alie. Loft House Studio Photography. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique making memories for you to look back on. 519-354-5555

Cascading Handtied by the Purple Pansy

Designing a handtied bouquet with the draping effect of a cascade can be challenging. As you place the flowers in a binding position to be held upright, not a lot of flowers can give you the full draping effect of a cascade. Holding them in the proper position will give more of a cascade effect. The bouquet Katy chose was to be this style and turned out perfectly. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page albums. Thank you for sharing Katy and Ron. Chad Barry Weddings Photography. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, the multi award winning downtown Chatham Florist 519-354-5555

Yellow reminds us of sunshine and happiness: wedding flowers at The Purple Pansy

A beautiful summer day with a gorgeous combination of white and yellow including the ever fragrant peony that every Bride loves and wants in her bouquet. Thank you so much Chantelle and Johnathan for sharing your photos. Melissa Doyle, Casting Memories Photography. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, you can trust us for all the special occasions in your life. 519-354-5555

A delightful winter wedding. Flowers by The Purple Pansy

A gorgeous winter wedding two weeks prior to Christmas, with a fresh dusting of snow. A little winter and natural look to this stunning bouquet with moss and pinecones. Please feel free to look for more photos on our facebook page albums. Photographer: John Lyons. If you want to have the confidence in your florist to bring your vision to life please call 529-354-5555 and book your free consultation with Tricia today. The Purple Pansy flower boutique

A beautiful summer wedding with a pop of colour. Flowers by The Purple Pansy

Robyn was a bride who knew exactly what she wanted. Down to the colour swatches and names of flowers. This was one prepared Bride. I am so happy to be able to say that we created her bouquet to her exact requirements. A pretty combination that coordinated with the whole wedding party. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, we support our community, please support brick and mortar stores. Shop local. Please feel free to book your free consultation today 519-354-5555

PEONIES! Who doesn’t love them- wedding bouquets by The Purple Pansy

An early summer wedding consisting of gorgeous and fragrant peonies. Only available mid May to the beginning of July. Plan your wedding date accordingly. Thank you for sharing Raven and Nick! John Lyons photography this is a beautiful photo! Please feel free to look at more photos on our current Facebook albums. The multi award winning Purple Pansy flower boutique- your wedding professionals. 519-354-5555

A late summer wedding, flowers by The Purple Pansy

An array of white gorgeous flowers with an accent of blush make for a stunning statement. There were fresh flower crowns for the Bridesmaids and fresh flowers on the cake. Please take a moment to look through our facebook photo albums for more photos. John Lyons Photography captured every detail. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham, your award winning florist. 519-354-5555

Gorgeous early Spring wedding! Flowers by the Purple Pansy

An early Spring wedding with the freshness of spring flowers and scent and the natural of pussywillows and lotus pods combined create a stunning late March wedding. Welcome Spring with open arms. Thank you for sharing Christin and Martin! Nicole DeJoseph photography you did amazing! The Purple Pansy flower boutique, we create the wedding flowers of your dreams. 519-354-5555

Simply Gorgeous fall wedding designs by The Purple Pansy

These amazing bouquets of texture and colour are perfect for a fall day- burgundy, white, greys and small about of blush fulfilled this brides dreams. Thank you for sharing Amanda and Cory. Please feel free to look at more photos on our facebook page albums. Photography by John Lyons. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- bring your vision to life is not only my job, its my passion. 519-354-5555

This bouquet is absolutely amazing! created by The Purple Pansy

There is so much going on in this bouquet- however, with just the right amount of each it comes together perfectly. The Bride and I discuss many option and combinations and together we came up with a plan. I created the vision of her dreams without her knowing it. Katie was and is not a flower lover as she told me multiple times. However, after the wedding she can’t express enough how much she loved her wedding flowers and can’t imagine the day without them. Thank you for sharing Katie and Chris. Photographer Tanya Sinnett- you did an amazing job capturing the detail in this bouquet. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- when you didn’t know you would like flowers as much as you do. 519-354-5555

An outdoorsy bouquet by The Purple Pansy flower boutique

This bouquet shows a lot of depth and texture- including thistle and cupped garden roses. It appears to have a vintage feel to it. Thank you for sharing Rachel and Mark. Quote from the Bride ” You made the whole process so easy. All of the flowers were so beautiful and way better than what I pictured in my head” Trust the professionals at The Purple Pansy to create your floral dream 519-354-5555. Photographer Rick Rieger.

Succulents are very popular with weddings: The Purple Pansy flower boutique

Keeping you in style with succulents in your wedding. This Bride has chosen a purple grey succulent to match the colour of her Bridesmdaids. Thank you for sharing Natalie and Trevor. Photographers Kelsie Elgie and Claudia Syznal. Please feel free to look for more wedding photos in our albums on our Facebook page. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- we make your dreams come to life. 519-354-5555

A Gorgeous Fall wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

A beautiful hue of white, cream, dusty pink and burgundy. Lots of textures and foliage for a draping effect. The Purple Pansy flower boutique specializes in weddings and making your floral dreams come true! Please see our Facebook page albums for past weddings that we have created. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham, book your free consultation today 519-354-5555.

2016 weddings at The Purple Pansy

Rebecca choose to have her flowers delivered to Tecumseh for photos prior to the ceremony in Chatham. We do provide out of town weddings, being involved in the flower selection process is very important. Thank you for sharing your 2016 wedding photos Rebecca and Chad! Mike Elford Photography. Please feel free to look for more photos on our facebook page. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, the award winning florist in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

Summertime weddings in Chatham Kent at The Purple Pansy

Outdoor weddings are very popular in Chatham Kent, our weather allows for some amazing outdoor photography. Thank you so much for sharing your wedding day photos Jen and Phil! Brittany Elizabeth Photography. Please feel free to look for more photos on our facebook page. The Purple Pansy flower boutique Weddings are our specialty. 519-354-5555

The Purple Pansy flower boutique specializes in Weddings!

Showcasing a 2016 spring wedding of a couple who’s photos were amazing and so hard to choose just one. Please feel free to look for more on our Facebook page. A destination wedding of Niagara Falls, the flowers were picked up on the way out of town. Thank you so much for sharing Lorrie and Mark! The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. The multi award winning florist! 519-354-5555

Summertime Weddings at The Purple Pansy flower boutique

Katharine loved the look of lots of foliage including ferns in her bouquet, which we included for a fresh and lush look. Thanks for sharing your photos Katharine and Jason! Angela VanHorn Photography. Please feel free to look for more photos on our Facebook page. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- trust the professionals on your special day. 519-354-5555

2016 pretty summer weddings! By The Purple Pansy flower boutique

Showcasing 2016 summer weddings. Taylor truly wanted her bouquet to have lily of the valley representing a family member. But with the wedding in August it wouldn’t be available. I was able to find a high quality artificial that we added to fresh flowers for a light and airy look to her bouquet. Thank you for sharing Taylor and Chris! Melissa Doyle Casting Memories Photography. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, book your free consultation today. 2017 dates are filling up fast. 519-354-5555

More 2016 Summer Weddings! at The Purple Pansy flower boutique

If you haven’t booked your date yet for 2017, you’ll want to do so soon. Dates are filling up fast. Here is another sample of a happy Bride and Groom. We planned the flowers through her Mom as they don’t live in town. A perfect summer’s day. Thanks for sharing Katie and Dean! Melissa Doyle, Casting Memories photography. Book your free consultation now 519-354-5555

2016 Weddings, photo’s are still arriving

Showcasing an early fall wedding with white, cream, blush pink and Babies Breath. Thank you for sharing your photos Shelbe and Brent! Kellie Watson, Snye Photography. Look for more photos on our facebook page. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- trust us to create the wedding of your dreams. 519-354-5555

Please to announce: Professional of the Year!

I’m so please and proud to be able to announce that I have been named Professional of the Year by The Chatham Kent Chamber of Commerce! This award is incredible, to be recognized in this way means so much to me. All of the hard work and long hours have been so worth it! I wouldn’t be here without some amazing people in my life- first and foremost our incredible customers who have supported The Purple Pansy daily, monthly and yearly- thank you from the bottom of my heart. My current and past staff, thank you for all your hard work and helping me through the years. And my family and friends- you listen to my dreams, are sounding boards for my crazy ideas and sometimes my rants, I wouldn’t be the woman I am today without each and every one of you in my life. I am so blessed and honoured. LIFE IS GREAT! Live it fully 🙂
http://www.chathamdailynews.ca/2017/03/16/owner-of-the-purple-pansy-named-professional-of-the-year

LOVE THIS STUNNING WEDDING!: flowers by The Purple Pansy

Showcasing another 2016 summer wedding. This is one of my most favourite of the year. Trending succulents and beautiful draping foliage’s. The Purple Pansy flower boutique; book your free wedding consultation now- 2017 dates are filling up fast. 519-354-5555. The Purple Pansy flower boutique; designing the wedding of your dreams. Please feel free to look at our Facebook page for more photos

Another Gorgeous Spring wedding by The Purple Pansy

Spring weddings are just so pretty! A few new beginning at a time of year where the trees are budding and new growth is happening everywhere! Thank you for sharing your photos Katie and Pat. Photography by: Melissa Doyle Casting Memories. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- book your wedding consultation today, dates are filling up fast. 519-354-5555

Luscious Outdoor Summer wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

We love the look and natural beauty of these outdoor luscious summer flowers. A little pop of colour, and the fragrance of peonies set theme and creativity of Krystin and John’s wedding. The halo is a perfect touch as well. Showcasing 2016 summer weddings. Please feel free to look for more photos on our facebook page albums. Reserve your date today to have the very best for your wedding. The Purple Pansy takes all the worry out of your special day. 519-354-5555

Outdoor Country Summer Wedding: flowers designed by The Purple Pansy

I love outdoor summer country weddings- especially in our area. There is so much potential for creativity; no only in your decorations but in your photos as well. I love the fact that Jessah and Ben had a photo taken on the family farm with a tractor. The pop of colour in Jessah’s bouquet match her Bridesmaids dresses and decorations. Please feel free to look for more photos on our Facebook page albums. The Purple Pansy flower boutique help make your wedding dreams come true. 519=354-5555. Book your free consultation today.

A beautiful Summer wedding designed by The Purple Pansy

Showcasing another 2016 Summer wedding designed by The Purple Pansy. Please feel free to look at our facebook albums for more photos. Choosing a florist that you can trust is very important to your wedding day. Your bouquets do not arrive until an hour prior to the ceremony starting. By choosing a florist that you can communicate with and build a relationship from a foundation of trust allows you the comfort of knowing you’ve made the right choice.
The Purple Pansy flower boutique, designing 100’s of weddings based on trust. 519-354-5555

A Superb Summer Wedding from 2016-The Purple Pansy

Its that time of year again where Brides are in a frenzy to book all the vendors they need for their upcoming weddings. The Purple Pansy flower boutique has designed 100’s of weddings based on quality and trust. Book your free consultation today: 519-354-5555. Thanks for sharing your photos Megan and Zachary. Please feel free to see more photos on our facebook page. Melissa Doyle-Casting Memories Photography. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham, bring beauty home today.

Classy white Church arrangements

The Purple Pansy flower boutique can create the wedding of your dreams! These lovely white arrangements are large and showy in an extremely grand Church. You can never go wrong with all white, pretty and classy.
The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

WINNER at The Purple Pansy

Congratulations Ele Singor! Ele was the winner of free flowers for a year from the Downtown in the City EXTRAVAGANZA event. She will receive flowers once a month for 12 months. She claims she has never won anything before and has only received flowers once in her life. Well things are about to change for Ele! Congratulations and and enjoy your flowers from The Purple Pansy flower boutique

A beautiful May wedding- flowers by The Purple Pansy

Who doesn’t love a spring wedding- and these gorgeous peonies with their wonderful fragrance are sure to be a big hit. Thank you for sharing Britney and Adam, we were so happy to be part of your special day. John Lyons Photography- gorgeous photos as always. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham- your wedding headquarters. 519-354-5555

Bohemian Style wedding flowers at The Purple Pansy

Meredith and Christian decided on having a Bohemian style to the wedding party flowers with an assortment of foliage in different textures and shades of green. Finished with beautifully scented peonies and a dark purple accent colour. Whatever the style or theme of your wedding we can create your vision. Thanks for sharing your photos! Steph Photography Inc. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. 519-354-5555

THE MOST INCREDIBLE WEDDING PHOTOS; flowers by The Purple Pansy

I think that this wedding has most incredible photos I’ve ever seen. Thank you so much Amy and Steve for having us be part of your special day. It was an honour to provide your wedding flowers. The simple colours of white, cream and blush were the finishing touches. Please look for more photos on our facebook page. The Purple Pansy flowers boutique- your wedding headquarters! 519-354-5555

The Purple Pansy, 2015 wedding photos still coming in

A beautiful fall day is a perfect background for this stunning couple. The flowers pop and look amazing in this photo. Planning a wedding? Book a free consultation now- 2017 wedding dates are coming in already. Thanks for sharing your photo Christine and Kenny. Renaissance Studio Photography. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- Chatham Daily News “Best Of” Winner 4 years in a row. 519-354-5555

2015. The Purple Pansy sure did a lot of weddings.

We are still getting lots of photos from our 2015 Brides. Please view our facebook page for full albums. There are so many beautiful weddings that we contributed to. Fill my heart with pride that we help with all the special details of weddings and couples in love.
The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. 519-354-5555

Another 2015 Wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

We love to post weddings that we have been happy to be a part of. These gorgeous fall bouquets show beautifully on midnight blue dresses. To view more photos please take a look at our Facebook page albums. The multi award winning Purple Pansy would love to be part of your special day. Downtown Chatham. Book your free consultation today 519-354-5555

2015 Weddings in Review

We are happy to post another of our 2015 weddings with fabulous flowers provided by The Purple Pansy- we love being part of so many couples special day. Thanks for sharing Brittany and Daryl! Denise Blommestyn Photography

Peony wedding bouquets- available for a short season

The Purple Pansy flower boutique specializes in helping you create the wedding of your dreams. Every Bride loves peonies but only a select few can carry them. They are available for a short season, typically the middle of May until the end of June. If they are your favourite flowers make sure to book your wedding date accordingly. The Purple Pansy flower boutique, let the professionals help you. Downtown Chatham’s only florist. 519-354-5555 (Brittany Deanna Photography)

Wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

If you’re planning a 2016 wedding the dates are filling in quickly at The Purple Pansy. Book your free consultation today to discuss all your floral needs with Tricia Xavier (owner) who has designed hundreds of weddings. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. 519-354-5555

The Purple Pansy flower boutique, think summer weddings!

We’ve been super busy with consultations since the Wedding show. If you haven’t yet, knows the time to book yours today. Please visit our Facebook album pages for a full portfolio of the weddings we’ve designed. Another sample of a 2015 wedding is this stunning white and green bouquet to match a colour scheme. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham.

One of our favourite weddings of 2015, The Purple Pansy flower boutique

I love this flower combination and overall effect of this stunning bridal bouquet. The Purple Pansy flower boutique creates the vision of your dreams. We’ve designed over thousands of weddings over the years built on trust and creativity. Take a look at our portfolio albums on our Facebook page to have more inspiration. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. 519-354-5555

The Purple Pansy flower boutique making beautiful wedding flowers

2015 was a great year for weddings designed and created by The Purple Pansy. Michelle replied to our request for photos to share with this quote “Once again, I just want to thank you profusely for the beautiful flowers you made up for our wedding. They were the most beautiful I’ve ever seen, and they made the wedding even more beautiful. You do amazing work!”
We truly pride ourselves on attention to every detail.
Katrina Miller Photography.
The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. Book your free consultation today 519-354-5555.

The Purple Pansy flower boutique; providing flowers for every theme!

The Purple Pansy flower boutique can help you achieve your dream wedding whatever the theme. This country wedding was complete with a horse drawn carriage, cowboy boots and bales of hay. The flowers finished the look with an outdoor summer flair and a little pop of colour. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham. 519-354-5555 Book your free consultation today!

The Purple Pansy flower boutique; designing over 1000 weddings!

The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham, trust the professionals who have designed and created over one thousand weddings. “It’s amazing and an incredible honour to have participated in as many love stories as we have!” Tricia Xavier owner of The Purple Pansy flower boutique. We help bring your dreams to life. The Purple Pansy, your wedding is as important to us as it is to you. See you at the Wedding Show January 23rd. 11am-6pm. 519-354-5555. Follow our facebook page to see more photo albums. Photo compliments of Denise Blommestyn Photography. Flowers by: The Purple Pansy

The Wedding

Current trends evolve every year- but surprisingly there are many unchanged rites of passage during a wedding. One of the current trends is to incorporate pearls with a vintage look. This beautiful summer mix was finished with a wire and pearl collar. Incorporating a vintage feel with a modern touch. The Purple Pansy flower boutique- a great start to a Happily ever after 519-354-5555

Let the season determine your wedding theme

Let The Purple Pansy flower boutique help you make life choices with your wedding flowers. These are the photos that you enlarge and hang for years to come. Your wedding bouquet is one of the main focuses of this photo. Some Brides like a lot of colour- other’s not as much. The choice is a personal preference. We can help with the flower selection to achieve this image. If you’re looking for inspiration take a peek at our facebook wedding photo albums. We are honoured to help and play a small part in your wedding dreams. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in this historic King and William block downtown Chatham. 519-354-5555

Leave it to the Pros- The Purple Pansy

What most couples that are planning a wedding don’t realize is that saving money by hiring a hobby or amateur florist for your wedding can actually come with a huge cost. I’ve fixed many wedding bouquets that have had Brides in tears. Hire a professional that knows how to condition flowers properly and store them in a temperature controlled cooler. The small details make a big impact when it comes to knowing what to do.
A new trend for Brides tends to be more foliage in a bouquet. The draping effect magnifies the size of the bouquet to appear larger. Perfect for outdoor photos and summer weddings. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham

Let us take care of you!

The Purple Pansy flower boutique has been creating weddings for years. As the trends and styles change we stay current with seminars and shows. Each element of our designs will be completed to suit your tastes and likes. Your happily ever after starts at The Purple Pansy flower boutique 519-354-5555

Professionals working together!

The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham; we are known by local vendors to finish the overall look of your wedding. Photographers love our designs as they are easy to photograph. Wedding venues love that our flowers make a room look inviting and finish off the decorations perfectly. Let The Purple Pansy help with all your finishing touches. 519-354-5555

Pretty in Pink!

Most brides love the look of peonies- but since they are only available for such a short period of time not everyone can have them. Pretty in Pink June wedding- stunning photo and complimentary colour palette. The Purple Pansy flower boutique; I’ve designed over 1000 weddings! Let the professionals help with your special wedding day. 519-354-5555

The Purple Pansy’s in a calendar!

Look, it’s one of our weddings we did last year and its featured in the C-K Today Calendar. Perfect photo for the month of June! Thanks Angela VanHorn and Bethany McKishnie for submitting the photo as it showcases the beautiful bouquet perfectly! The Purple Pansy flower boutique- we pride ourselves in our wedding designs and styles. Book your free consultation today 519-354-5555

Spring Weddings at The Purple Pansy

Spring is just around the corner! And we’ll all be ready for some colour- this gorgeous spring wedding shows how colour can make a difference. Cobalt blue dress are finished with a pop of chartreuse green and white. Book your free consultation with The Purple Pansy today. We’ve designed thousands of weddings based on trust and quality. Angela is glad she chose The Purple Pansy. 519-354-5555

My favourite wedding photo ever!

I have to say I love Chelsea’s bouquet- I think that this photo is my favourite photo of my wedding work ever!
The dress, hair, photography and flowers are amazing touches to this beautiful Brides wedding day.
I love that flowers can complete an image so completely.
An intricate and draping bouquet looks amazing here in a perfect garden setting.
Call today to book your free consultation with Tricia at The Purple Pansy to discuss all your floral needs.
519-354-5555

Wedding flowers by The Purple Pansy

We’re showcasing some of our wedding work from 2014, here we have a beautiful bouquet of hydrangeas, calla lilies, roses and shhhh artificial peonies for the Bride who wants hydrangeas and gets married in September. If the artificial flower is high quality you can sneak it into the bouquet and not have it noticed. Thank you to our many brides who have chosen us to be part of their special wedding day. The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham 519-354-5555

Handtied gorgeous bouquet by The Purple Pansy

It’s that time of year again where we start posting bouquets from the previous year. This GORGEOUS handtied bouquet of hydrangeas, peonies, lisianthus, dusty miller and mini cymbidium orchids shouts Spring! the colours were amazing. Zoe Jorge and Steve Churchill outdid themselves with planning all the fine details from beginning to end. Watch for more photos from this amazing wedding. Flowers created by: The Purple Pansy flower boutique in downtown Chatham

Wedding Show season!

I recently attended the Wedlux Wedding show in Toronto and WOW am I inspired! I travelled with a few local merchants in the wedding industry and we were thrilled with the decision to attend this show. We quickly realized that as amazing as this show was- we truly do have a lot to offer our local Brides in the Chatham Kent area. The large scale of the show was a showcase but when you got up and close to the products we noticed that a lot of Chatham establishments are just as talented.
That being said, I am super excited to be participating in the CK Wedding show January 24th at the Chatham John D Bradley Centre. I hope you are attending to see some of our amazing designs! As well stay posted to view some of our favourite designs of 2014 with Brides submitting photos to us in the near future. Please take a look at our facebook page for full albums.
Here at The Purple Pansy we are looking forward to another amazing year of weddings in 2015. Have fun planning!

Why do some Roses have black edges?

1.  Why do some Roses have black edges?
Black edging happens for two reasons: light and temperature

Explanation:
UV light–
Roses are grown in areas with lots of intense light energy. Production areas close to the equator (Colombia and Ecuador) get 12 hours light      everyday of the year and the light energy (luminosity) is strongest at the equator vs. northern latitudes.

Pigments in red roses are particularly sensitive to “sun-burning”. This condition is genetic to red, brown and purple rose varieties

UPSIDE: It is this strong equatorial light that also provides us intense colors

Temperature:
Greenhouses in Latin America are mostly not heated so when there is a big difference between daytime and night time temperatures, roses respond in a way that the pigments concentrate.  In yellow and pink varieties, concentrated pigments appear as red flames or    intense color chips, but in red varieties, pigments appear black.

UPSIDE: The wide variance in daytime—night-time temps gives us HUGE head sizes

2.  DO BLACK EDGES AFFECT VASE LIFE?
No, not at all. The down side is simply the effect on aesthetic appearance

3.  WHY DON’T GROWERS PEEL PETALS SHOWING EDGING?
•   Peeling opens the bud structure and blooms pop fast
•   Peeling triggers the internal production of ethylene which shortens vase life
•   Ethylene gas is produced as a wound response
•   Peeling distorts the bud shape. No one wants a Hershey’s kiss shape rose
•   Peeling the guard petals leaves roses susceptible to mechanical damage inherent in  transit and handling
•   When roses open, the dark edges re-curve down and are not visible

4.  WHY DO WE GROW VARIETIES THAT SUFFER EDGING PROBLEMS?
These varieties are selected because they perform well in the growing conditions of Latin America (e.g. large heads, strong, long, straight stems, good opening)