The Fairy Knoll | Flowers, Plants, & More

Welcome to The Fairy Knoll—your little corner of magic where flowers, plants, and stories bloom. Here, I share everything from behind-the-scenes peeks into my floral creations, to care tips for your green friends, to the symbolism and magic hidden in every petal. Whether you’re a seasoned plant lover or just starting your journey, you’ll find a mix of inspiration, practical advice, and a touch of whimsy.

Dive in, explore, and let nature’s beauty brighten your day. In the first column on the left, you’ll find an overview of our subjects; click to browse by theme, our latest posts will appear at the top. Looking for something specific? In the subsequent columns, browse through our alphabetised articles in their respective subjects.

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• Can You Use Water Picks Instead of a Vase?
  If you have ever received flowers wrapped in paper with little water tubes or water filled packs, you might have wondered whether those can replace a vase altogether. The short answer is yes temporarily. The long answer is that water picks and aqua packs are tools, not long term solutions. Understanding what they are meant… Read more: Can You Use Water Picks Instead of a Vase?
• Deliver Valentine’s Day Flowers in Montreal
  Valentine’s Day flowers, thoughtfully designing for you and delivering across Montreal since 2017. Reserve Your Valentine’s Flower Design From our curated collections and select ensembles. Recommended order date: Feb 9th. Get Romantic with Roses Curating Valentine Designs & Orchestrating Orders Valentine’s Day is one of the few moments each year when design time and delivery… Read more: Deliver Valentine’s Day Flowers in Montreal
• How to Choose a Local Florist You Can Trust
  It can be confusing choosing a local florist . Flowers are living things, shaped by season, sourcing, handling, and care. Two bouquets can look similar on the surface and perform very differently once they’re home. That’s why trust matters more than perfection when selecting a florist. This guide explains how floristry actually works behind the… Read more: How to Choose a Local Florist You Can Trust
• How to Make Cut Flowers Last Longer
  Need to know care, with heart. Fresh flowers have a way of stopping time. Whether they were given to you by someone special, or chosen by your fabulous self, this guide will help you make those flowers last longer, with simple, thoughtful care that truly works. But before we dive in, pause for a moment.… Read more: How to Make Cut Flowers Last Longer
• Life as a Christmas Florist
  Being a Christmas florist doesn’t necessarily mean reinventing the work, but it does mean working within a different rhythm. The materials change, the timelines tighten, and the season carries a weight of expectation that isn’t always present at other times of year. Much like everyday floristry, the work is rooted in freshness, care, and thoughtful… Read more: Life as a Christmas Florist
• Life as a Montreal Florist: Beauty, Balance, and Reality
  From the outside, life as a Montreal florist looks enviable. People imagine light-filled studios, lush greenery breaking up long winters, hands always scented with eucalyptus or garden roses. They imagine creativity on tap, a job rooted in beauty, and a daily closeness to the natural world that feels grounding and rewarding, especially in a city… Read more: Life as a Montreal Florist: Beauty, Balance, and Reality
• Luxury Styles for Montreal Wedding Flowers: Enhance Your Day With Your Vibe
  Wedding flowers play a central role in shaping the atmosphere of a celebration. Beyond colour and form, luxury wedding florals influence how a space feels and how the day is experienced. In Montreal, a city known for its blend of European charm and contemporary design, luxury floral styles tend to feel refined yet organic, expressive… Read more: Luxury Styles for Montreal Wedding Flowers: Enhance Your Day With Your Vibe