Stories from behind the blooms

The Wild Rose Journal

Flower stories, seasonal inspiration, gifting ideas and a little look at life behind The Wild Rose.

From Mel & The Wild Rose team

The Latest From The Flower Journal

Opening the Gates to Our Flower Farm

Our Garden Is Joining the Franklin Hospice Garden Ramble Coming up far too soon is the Franklin Hospice Garden Ramble – a whole weekend spent exploring some of Franklin's beautiful gardens while supporting the wonderful work of Franklin...

By Anna Kennerley · 01 October 2026

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Stories, inspiration & life behind the blooms

The Flower & Gift Journal

A Flower Farm Update Blooming Into Spring

It’s been a while since I’ve written about everything I have been doing to grow our flower farm, but with spring arriving and so...

By Anna Kennerley · 10 September 2026

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Flower Farm

Winter Fragrance: What’s Blooming on the Flower Farm

It’s the start of winter on our New Zealand flower farm. There aren’t too many things flowering at this time of year, but those...

By Melanie Kennerley · 21 July 2026

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Bouquet Box

The Wild Rose Bouquets Can Now Travel NZ Wide!

At The Wild Rose, we believe flowers are about more than beautiful blooms. They're about letting someone know they are on your mind. Whether...

By Holly Jordan · 29 June 2026

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Gift Guide

How to Build the Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift

1. Start With the Hero: Flowers or a Gift Bundle Every great Mother’s Day gift starts with a standout base. Whether it’s a fresh...

By Holly Jordan · 22 April 2026

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Gift Guide

Valentines Day 2026 Gift Guide

Valentine’s Day is a beautiful reminder to slow down and celebrate love in all its forms. It’s not just about grand gestures — it’s...

By Holly Jordan · 03 February 2026

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Auckland Flower Delivery

A Family Affair: My Niece’s Wedding Flowers

As the Gypsophila or Baby’s Breath we grow is just starting to bloom in our flower farm, walking past its soft, romantic, and delicate-looking...

By Melanie Kennerley · 28 March 2025

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Behind the Blooms: The Story of Your Mother’s Day Bouquet

Behind the Blooms: The Story of Your Mother’s Day Bouquet Every bouquet we create at The Wild Rose is crafted with love, but our...

By Simran Chandnani · 21 March 2025

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The Wild Rose 5th Birthday Giveaway

🎉 WIN A LUXURIOUS ESCAPE WORTH OVER $1000! 🎉 It’s our 5th Birthday, and to celebrate, we want to give back to our loyal...

By Simran Chandnani · 07 August 2024

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Blooming For A Greener Future - Sustainable Florist

The Wild Rose Flower Farm We know the way florists have been packaging their bouquets and flowers and here at The Wild Rose, We...

By Simran Chandnani · 04 June 2024

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Roots of My Passion: A Mother's Day Gardening Journey Through Generations

My love of gardening and growing flowers has definitely stemmed from growing up in a family who were also passionate gardeners. When I...

By Simran Chandnani · 24 April 2024

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How I Grow Tulips For The Wild Rose

I have always loved tulips – maybe it is the fact that growing up in Northland we never had them in our garden, maybe...

By Simran Chandnani · 19 April 2024

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The Art Of Gift Giving with the 5 Love Languages

Valentine's Flowers are more than just blooms; they carry whispers of love in the language of petals and scents. At The Wild Rose, we...

By Simran Chandnani · 18 January 2024

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