Best place to buy flowers

Published on Tuesday 26 February 2008 18:34

1 STEMS, 22-24 Grindlay St, Edinburgh, 0131-228 5575, www.stems.org

Katrina Howells is one of the best florists in the capital. Her displays are always stunning and if your mum has an eye for interior design then this is the bouquet boutique for you. Located by the Lyceum theatre, Katrina and her team can easily deliver throughout the city. Stems specialises in arrangements with provided vases which will be collected a fortnight later.

2 ROOTS AND FRUITS, 351 Byres Rd, Glasgow, 0141-339 5164, www.rootsandfruits.co.uk

Roots and Fruits first opened its doors in 1988 promising "to provide the freshest natural produce direct to the public." Garth Gulland is the entrepreneur behind the business. It is his dedication and ability to pick the best seasonal flowers that makes Garth's empire the flower leader of Glasgow today. Along with the gorgeous flowers, Roots and Fruits also specialises in organic and whole foods. So if you are feeling generous you could pick your mum up a box of chocolates too.

3 FLOWERS BY MONICA HIGGINS, 22 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, 0131-477 2923, www.flowersbymonicahiggins.co.uk

Monica Higgins is the most internet and photographic savvy florist in the capital. Her website is full of information and her flowers are outstanding. Monica Higgins really does say it with flowers. From a fragrant vase for the hall to something delicate for mum's dressing table, Monica provides the freshest most unique bouquets. With delivery throughout Edinburgh and its surrounding areas, Monica and her team can make sure your mum feels appreciated this year.

4 LILIUM, 5a William St, Edinburgh 0131-2264999, http://liliumflorist.co.uk/index.html

Nestled in fashionable ber-chic William Street, Lilium provides a traditional service, specialising in roses. This flower boutique will make your mum feel special and loved with their handcrafted traditional bouquets.

5 GLORIOSA, 46 Main St, Davidson's Mains, Edinburgh, 0131 336 1848

www.gloriosaflorist.co.uk

Gloriosa is owned and run by highly experienced florist Katherine Forsyth. Provides an alternative to the city centre florists with no compromise on style or freshness. Clients include Sir Cliff Richard, the Dalai Lama and Sir Tom Jones.