Pastel Carnation Bouquet
£49.99
£49.99
Pastel Carnation Bouquet
£49.99
Standard and spray carnations in pink, peach, lemon and cerise, hand-tied with white gypsophila in blush marble wrap. Full, soft, and genuinely long-lasting.
A Full Bouquet Built to Last
Carnations do not get the credit they deserve. Ruffled, full-headed, and available in a genuinely wide colour range, they hold their shape and colour for longer than almost any other cut flower. This Pastel Carnation Bouquet puts them front and centre -- soft pink, warm peach, pale lemon, and vivid cerise standard carnations, mixed with smaller multi-headed spray carnations in the same tones, some with delicate bicolour frilled edges. White gypsophila fills the spaces between every bloom, and flat green fern frames the arrangement at the base.
The result is a bouquet that is genuinely full from every angle - dense, soft, and colourful without tipping into anything sharp or clashing. It is hand-tied at our Northampton studio on the day of delivery and wrapped in our blush pink and gold marble paper, finished with a cerise satin ribbon.
* Carnation flower colors can be vary with availability
What Is in This Bouquet
- Standard carnations - large, full, ruffled heads in soft pink, peach, and pale lemon, some with delicate pink-edged bicolour petals
- Spray carnations - smaller multi-headed stems in peach, cerise, and pink that add texture and fill the bouquet generously throughout
- White gypsophila - fine, billowing clusters that soften the arrangement and fill every space between the larger blooms
- Flat green fern - structured foliage that frames the bouquet and gives it a clean base
- Blush marble wrap - our signature pink and gold paper collar, finished with a cerise satin ribbon bow
Why Choose a Carnation Bouquet
Carnations are one of the most underrated flowers in modern floristry, largely because people associate them with something inexpensive rather than something genuinely well made. Done properly - full stem counts, a considered colour palette, and generous gypsophila fill - a carnation bouquet is one of the most visually full and long-lasting arrangements you can buy. Where a rose bouquet may start to fade after five or six days, a well cared for carnation bouquet can easily hold its shape and colour for two weeks or more.
This makes the Pastel Carnation Bouquet a genuinely practical choice as well as an attractive one - ideal for anyone who wants a gift that keeps giving well beyond the week it arrives.
When to Send This Bouquet
- Birthdays - the soft pastel palette suits any age and any taste. Browse our birthday flower collection.
- Mother's Day - carnations have a long-standing association with maternal love and gratitude. See our Mother's Day flowers.
- Get well soon - long vase life makes this a genuinely practical gift for someone recovering at home or in hospital. Browse our get well soon collection.
- Thank you - full, generous, and appropriate for any relationship. See our thank you flower range.
- New baby - soft pastel tones suit any new arrival without leaning too far into pink or blue.
Delivery Options
Same-Day Local Delivery - Northampton NN and Milton Keynes MK
Order before 5:30 PM, any day of the week including Bank Holidays, and we hand-tie and deliver the same day. We cover all NN postcodes (NN1 to NN29) and all MK postcodes. Delivery runs between 7:30 AM and 8:30 PM. Delivery is free within 15 miles of our Northampton studio, GBP 2.99 from 15 to 20 miles, and GBP 4.99 from 20 to 25 miles.
Next-Day UK-Wide Delivery - DPD Tracked
Available anywhere in the UK. Order before 3:00 PM for next-day delivery via DPD tracked courier. Monday to Friday delivery is free. Friday orders before 3:00 PM carry a GBP 4.50 surcharge for Saturday delivery. Saturday orders before 3:00 PM carry a GBP 4.50 surcharge for Sunday delivery. Use the date-picker at checkout to schedule delivery for any future date.
Free Click and Collect
Collect free from our Northampton studio at any time - we are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, no appointment needed.
Caring for Your Carnation Bouquet
- Trim 2 cm from each stem at a diagonal angle as soon as the bouquet arrives
- Place immediately in a clean vase with fresh, cool water
- Change the water every two to three days and re-trim the stems each time
- Keep away from direct sunlight, radiators, and draughts
- Remove any leaves sitting below the waterline to keep the water clean
- Carnations are one of the longest-lasting cut flowers available - with proper care this bouquet will typically hold its full shape for 10 to 14 days, and often longer
For more from our long-lasting and everyday flower range, browse our flower deals and special offers or explore our full best-selling bouquets.
Keep Your Flowers Fresh Longer
Your beautiful Northampton flower delivery deserves expert care. Follow our local florist's proven tips to enjoy vibrant blooms for up to two weeks.
Immediate Care (First Hour)
Unpack promptly – Remove your flowers from packaging within 1 hour of delivery to prevent overheating.
Trim stems at an angle – Cut 2-3cm off each stem at a 45° angle using sharp scissors or secateurs. This increases water absorption.
Remove lower leaves – Strip any foliage that would sit below the waterline to prevent bacterial growth.
Use clean water – Fill your vase with fresh, cool tap water. Add the flower food sachet provided with your bouquet.
Daily Maintenance
Change water every 2 days – Fresh water prevents bacteria that shorten flower life. Rinse the vase thoroughly.
Re-cut stems – Trim another 1cm off stems each time you change the water.
Remove wilted blooms – Take out any dying flowers to keep the arrangement looking fresh and prevent bacteria spread.
Top up water daily – Flowers drink a lot, especially in the first few days.
Ideal Placement
Cool location – Keep flowers away from direct sunlight, radiators, and heating vents. Cooler temperatures (16-18°C) extend vase life.
Avoid fruit bowls – Ripening fruit releases ethylene gas which causes flowers to age faster.
Skip draughty spots – Avoid windowsills and doorways where temperature fluctuates.
Special Flower Types
Roses – Remove guard petals (outer petals) if damaged. Roses can last 7-12 days with proper care.
Lilies – Remove orange pollen stamens to prevent staining and extend bloom life. Lilies can last up to 2 weeks.
Tulips – These continue growing in the vase. Use less water (5-7cm) and keep very cool.
Sunflowers – Change water frequently as stems can become slimy. These bold blooms last 7-10 days.
Chrysanthemums – Hardy flowers that can last 2-3 weeks. Break stems rather than cutting for best results.
Troubleshooting
Drooping heads? Re-cut stems and place in deep, cool water for 2 hours to revive.
Cloudy water? Sign of bacteria. Change immediately and clean vase with diluted bleach.
Petals browning? Remove affected flowers and ensure vase isn't in direct heat or sunlight.
Expert Tip from Your Local Northampton Florist
Add a drop of bleach or vodka to your vase water (1 teaspoon per litre) as a natural antibacterial. This simple trick can add 3-4 extra days to your flower's vase life. At Blossom Surprise, we've been caring for Northampton's flowers since day one – these techniques really work!
Questions About Your Flowers?
Our Northampton flower care specialists are here to help. Contact us anytime for personalised advice on making your same-day flower delivery last longer. We know every bloom we deliver and can give specific care instructions for your arrangement.