As the leaves begin to turn and the Cotswold countryside around Cheltenham is painted in shades of gold, copper, and crimson, autumn reveals a beauty all of its own. While many people associate flowers with spring and summer, autumn offers an abundance of stunning blooms that bring warmth, colour, and character to gardens, homes, and special occasions. At Leaf & Blossom, we love helping our Cheltenham customers celebrate every season with beautiful, fresh flowers. Autumn is the perfect time to embrace rich colours, textured arrangements, and seasonal favourites that capture the essence of this magical time of year. The Beauty of Autumn Flowers Autumn flowers are known for their rich, warm tones and remarkable resilience. As temperatures cool, these seasonal blooms continue to provide vibrant displays, creating inviting spaces both indoors and outdoors. Whether you’re refreshing your garden in Cheltenham, decorating your home for the season, or looking for a thoughtful gift, autumn flowers offer endless possibilities. Our Favourite Autumn Flowers Chrysanthemums A true autumn classic, chrysanthemums are loved for their long-lasting blooms and wide range of colours. From golden yellows and burnt oranges to deep burgundy shades, they perfectly reflect the colours of the season. Dahlias Dahlias continue to bloom well into autumn and are prized for their striking shapes and vibrant colours. Their elegant appearance makes them a popular choice for seasonal bouquets and floral displays. Asters With their delicate daisy-like flowers, asters provide late-season colour and attract pollinators to the garden. They pair beautifully with ornamental grasses and other autumn favourites. Sedum Sedum, often known as Autumn Joy, adds texture and interest with flower heads that mature from soft pink to rich copper tones. They’re ideal for adding structure to autumn garden displays. Cyclamen Perfect for patios, doorsteps, and containers, cyclamen thrive in cooler weather and provide beautiful pops of colour throughout autumn and into winter. Bringing Autumn Indoors One of the best ways to celebrate the season is with a carefully arranged autumn bouquet. Rich reds, burnt oranges, golden yellows, and creamy neutrals create displays that feel warm, welcoming, and sophisticated. At Leaf & Blossom, our seasonal arrangements are designed to reflect the natural beauty of autumn in Cheltenham and the surrounding Cotswolds. By combining fresh flowers with seasonal foliage, berries, and textured elements, we create bouquets that make a statement in any home. Autumn Flowers for Special Occasions Autumn is a popular season for celebrations, from birthdays and anniversaries to family gatherings. Seasonal flowers bring a unique charm to every occasion and make thoughtful gifts that capture the beauty of the season. If you’re searching for autumn flower delivery in Cheltenham, choosing seasonal blooms ensures arrangements are fresh, vibrant, and perfectly suited to the time of year. Autumn Flower Care Tips To enjoy your autumn flowers for as long as possible: ● Change vase water every few days. ● Trim stems at an angle before arranging. ● Keep flowers away from direct heat and sunlight. ● Remove fading blooms to maintain freshness. ● Water outdoor plants regularly during dry periods. A little care can help your flowers remain beautiful throughout the season. Autumn Flowers from Leaf & Blossom Cheltenham Autumn is a season of warmth, colour, and natural beauty. Whether you’re looking to brighten your home, refresh your garden, or send a thoughtful gift, seasonal flowers offer the perfect way to embrace everything this time of year has to offer. At Leaf & Blossom, we’re proud to provide beautiful autumn flowers and seasonal bouquets for customers across Cheltenham and the surrounding areas. From classic chrysanthemums to elegant dahlias, our autumn collection celebrates the colours and textures that make this season so special. Visit Leaf & Blossom to discover our latest autumn flowers and bring the beauty of the season into your home today.

Looking after your plants…. We are often asked how to look after plants so here are our top tips: Choose the right plant for the right place. Make a note of their specific needs, read the label or invest in a good house plant book. Don’t over water - too much and you’re in danger of rotting your plant. Keep lightly moist and avoid drying out. Occasional misting of the foliage will benefit most indoor plants. Most plants do not thrive in direct sun light, but need medium, indirect light. Not too hot, away from any direct heat. At the shop we keep a consistent temp of 15 degrees, which keep the plants and flowers happy. You might want to be a few degrees warmer than that! Repot your plants when the soil is drying out faster than usual. If roots are growing through the drainage hole or the roots are wrapped tightly in the pot, they need more space. Ideally Spring is the best time repot. We use and stock a coir compost called For Peat’s Sake. The fibre structure and quality of this compost is superb at retaining both water and vital nutrients. Always use a peat free compost! Feed your houseplants. They do require a steady supply of nutrients to flourish. Liquid fertilisers are diluted in water and applied with a watering can. Most houseplants grow in Spring and Summer, so this is the best time to feed. Winter, less or no feed will be required. All these tips will make your good plant into a great plant and give you lots of pleasure. Recommendations… We stock a wide variety of plant sizes to help you bring life to the smallest or largest of spaces. One of our most popular plants has been Alocasia zebrina, known as elephant’s ear. Zebra -marked stems are topped by elegant arrowhead leaves. A strikingly handsome plant. Another favourite is Strelitzia nicolai - Bird of Paradise, with its tall stem and wide paddle shaped leaves makes it a stunning architectural plant. Other favourites include Philodendron, a fast grower with heart shaped leaves that are prettily marked. It can be grown as a trailer or climber. Ficus is an easy growing classic with broad, glossy leaves and will put up with relatively low light. Leaf & Blossom… When you come into our shop not only are you greeted by the wonderful scent of flowers but a jungle of house plants too! House plants were big sellers when the shop first opened in 1977 and the recent resurgence in house plants is great to see. People of all ages are enjoying the benefits of plants in their homes and offices. Research indicates that house plants can affect the way we feel, helping to promote wellbeing, reducing stress levels and cleaning our air. Thanks to our plants, you’ll find the L&B team are all very calm! We’d love to see you in our shop at Formal House, 60 St George's Place, Cheltenham. We have regular plant deliveries so our stock is ever changing. Here at Leaf & Blossom we love everything green!