Herne Hill RETIREMENT FLOWERS

At Herne Hill Florist, we love helping you mark the big milestones - and retirement flowers are some of our favourites to design. From elegant hand-tied bouquets to cheerful vase arrangements, each piece is created in our Herne Hill shop, just a short stroll from Herne Hill Station and close to Brockwell Park.

Whether you're organising an office collection in Denmark Hill, sending thanks to a long-serving colleague in Brixton, or surprising a loved one relaxing at home in Dulwich, our experienced florist team will guide you to the right mix of colours and blooms. We carefully select fresh seasonal flowers each morning from trusted growers, so every retirement gift feels personal, uplifting, and expertly crafted.

We offer same-day delivery across Herne Hill and surrounding areas when you order online before 3 PM. Our drivers know the local streets - from Railton Road to Milkwood Road and around Herne Hill Market - ensuring your arrangement arrives in perfect condition, right on time for the farewell speeches.

  • Handcrafted retirement bouquets and arrangements
  • Reliable same-day delivery available until 3 PM
  • Trusted local florist serving Herne Hill, Brixton & Dulwich

Choose Herne Hill Florist for retirement flowers that say a heartfelt "thank you" and "happy next chapter" in the most beautiful way.

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RETIREMENT FLOWERS
A full, dome-shaped bouquet of mixed seasonal flowers is shown against a pure white backdrop, every detail crisp and easy to imagine by touch and scent. The arrangement is anchored by two luxurious deep red roses, their petals forming tight, elegant spirals that suggest enduring love and a touch of formality, like a special dinner on Railton Road. Surrounding them is a generous scattering of white daisy-like chrysanthemums, each bloom clean and bright with a distinctive lime-green centre that adds a flash of citrusy freshness to the composition. Intermingled throughout are light to medium pink daisy blooms, also with those vivid green eyes, their softer tones bringing a sense of comfort and gentle happiness, perfect for a quiet celebration at home in Herne Hill. Threaded delicately between the larger flowers are tiny, pale pink filler blossoms resembling waxflowers, with tiny petals and pronounced stamens that lend an intricate, almost feathery texture along the lower edges and between the roses. The bouquet is framed and supported by rich green foliage, including broad, glossy leaves that catch the light and slimmer, more delicate greens that add airiness and movement. Neatly trimmed stems are visible at the base, tightly bound in the style of a classic hand-tied bunch, suggesting that it has just been prepared by an experienced local florist for same-day delivery. The balanced mix of rich red, clear white, tender pink, and bright green creates a mood of optimistic warmth, well suited to birthdays, anniversaries, thank-you gestures, or simply brightening a living room overlooking Brockwell Park with a touch of floral joy.
FLORAL MELODY
£45.00
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A vibrant mixed bouquet fills the frame against a spotless white background, allowing the colours to leap forward with the same lively energy you might feel walking through Herne Hill on a bright market day. The flowers are carefully massed into a rounded, almost globe-like shape, each stem placed with intention so that the blooms nestle together in a rich, continuous tapestry. Dominating the eye are several large, fully open roses with bi-coloured petals that transition from a sunny, bright yellow heart to warm orange and a whisper of reddish-orange at the outer edges, giving the impression of glowing embers. Between them, white daisy-like chrysanthemums provide a cool, refreshing counterpoint. Their smooth, slightly curved petals surround striking lime-green centres that appear almost luminescent, bringing a crisp, modern freshness to the design. Punctuating the bouquet are clusters of deep magenta and fuchsia chrysanthemums, their tightly packed petals forming rounded, cushion-like heads with small yellow-green centres that harmonise with the daisies. These deeper tones add a jewel-like richness, reminiscent of colourful flower stalls near Herne Hill station. Slender stems of dark green foliage, possibly ruscus or a similar leaf, emerge between the blossoms, adding depth, structure, and a softly glossy texture that helps frame the brighter flowers. At the base, a neat bundle of greenish-brown stems is clearly visible, cleanly cut and tied, suggesting a freshly prepared, hand-tied arrangement ready for delivery across SE24. The overall impression is one of cheerful sophistication and heartfelt warmth, suitable for marking a new job, a housewarming near Brockwell Lido, or simply saying "thank you" in a vivid, memorable way.
BERRY BURST
£43.00
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A kaleidoscope of cheerful hues blooms from this vibrant bouquet, its beauty glowing against the simplicity of a clean white background. At front and center, apricot and orange-toned roses spiral open, their velvety petals reminiscent of the gentle sunrise over Herne Hill's rooftops. Around them, playful clusters of fresh white daisies and magenta-hued chrysanthemums, each with striking green or sun-yellow centers, form a lively, textural dance that brings energy to the space much like bustling Railton Road on a market day. The glossy green foliage offers a cool, lush contrast, holding each blossom snugly and echoing the foliage along Herne Hill's garden-lined streets. Arching elegantly, a slim loop of bright bear grass adds a whimsical sweep reminiscent of the park's ornamental grasses. The bouquet is gathered with care at the base and wrapped in bright orange, crinkly tissue, ensuring its presentation is every bit as joyful as the flowers themselves. Together, the harmonious blend of color, texture, and local character makes this arrangement an ideal gesture for celebrating milestones, sharing happiness, or simply brightening a loved one's day across Herne Hill's close-knit community.
HONEYMOON
£55.00
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A beautifully composed bouquet of chrysanthemums in white, cream, and lively lime green rests against a stark white background, capturing the look of a freshly finished design from a Herne Hill florist's bench. The bouquet is densely packed and rounded, with abundant large chrysanthemum heads forming its core. These blooms display layer upon layer of slender petals, transitioning from crisp white at the outer edges to softly creamy tones near their centres, which glow faintly in pale yellow or green. This layered texture creates a sense of softness and depth, as though you could sink your fingers into the cushion of petals. Threaded among them are sprays of smaller, daisy-like white chrysanthemums, their simple forms lending a relaxed, almost meadow-like character that might call to mind a walk up to Herne Hill station on a bright day. Punctuating the arrangement are vibrant lime green pompon chrysanthemums, each one a perfectly rounded cluster of short, tightly packed petals, adding both structure and a vivid burst of colour. Dark green foliage peeks from between the flowers, giving contrast and framing the lighter blooms so they stand out even more clearly. At the base, the stems are neatly aligned and firmly hand-tied, wrapped with a wide satin ribbon in matching lime green, finished in a generous, multi-looped bow that shines softly and echoes the cheerful pompons above. The bouquet's harmonious mix of crisp white, gentle cream, and fresh green feels tranquil yet quietly celebratory, suitable for sending thoughtful condolences, welcoming a new baby in Herne Hill, or simply bringing a cool, refreshing touch of nature into a home or office.
LIME ZEST
£50.00
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Photographed against a pristine white background, this hand-tied bouquet looks as if it has just been finished on the workbench of Herne Hill Florist, ready to be carried down Railton Road for delivery. At its heart, creamy white to pale yellow roses open fully, layers of velvety petals forming graceful spirals that lend the arrangement a calm, sophisticated centre. Surrounding these classic blooms are generous heads of vivid fuchsia and magenta chrysanthemums, their daisy-like faces brimming with narrow petals and bright yellow-green centres that offer a lively, almost playful contrast. Weaving through the larger flowers are fragile-looking sprays of miniature white daisies, chamomile-like with small golden centres, which soften the design and evoke the easy charm of a cottage garden, not unlike the relaxed feel of nearby Brockwell Park on a sunny day. Deep green foliage fills in around the flowers, its glossy leaves adding depth and framing the brighter colours without overpowering them. The stems are pulled tightly together and secured at the base with a green and white checkered ribbon, the gingham pattern adding a homely, rustic note that suggests thoughtful, hands-on craftsmanship. Even, diffused lighting captures every nuance of petal and leaf, casting only the gentlest shadows and making the bouquet appear lush and freshly picked. The arrangement feels joyful yet composed, suitable for occasions like birthdays, thank-you gestures, or welcoming a new neighbour to the Herne Hill community, and it reflects the style of a local florist who understands how to balance colour, texture, and warmth in a single, uplifting design.
LOVELY DREAMER
£50.00
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MARVELOUS BLOOMS
MARVELOUS BLOOMS
£63.00
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A lush hand-tied bouquet of hydrangeas dominates the frame, set cleanly against a bright white background that lets every petal and leaf take centre stage. In the middle sits a large, rounded mass of creamy white hydrangea, its countless small florets pressed together into a soft, cloud-like mound that seems to float above the stems. Surrounding this central cluster, sky-blue hydrangea heads spread out in a gentle halo, the blue petals fading subtly from soft to slightly deeper hues, much like the shifting light over Herne Hill's rooftops at the end of the day. Interspersed with the blue are lime and chartreuse hydrangea blooms, their tender green shades bringing a sense of new growth and vitality, echoing the fresh foliage that lines the paths around Brockwell Park and the gardens tucked behind Herne Hill's townhouses. Threaded through the hydrangeas is a generous layer of foliage. Rounded, silvery eucalyptus leaves introduce a cool, muted tone and a slightly velvety texture, while darker, glossier leaves provide a striking contrast and add structure, cradling the blooms in a rich green embrace. At the base of the bouquet, the stems are visible, neatly gathered and tied by hand, ready to be placed in a clear glass vase on a local kitchen table or office desk. The soft, even lighting highlights the subtle textures of each floret and leaf, creating gentle shadows that give the bouquet a three-dimensional, almost sculpted appearance. This arrangement feels soothing, fresh, and quietly luxurious-a fitting choice for thoughtful gestures, from housewarmings in SE24 to calm, elegant gifts that bring a breath of garden serenity indoors.
MOONLIGHT PATH
£60.00
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Captured against a clean white background, this hand-tied bouquet appears bright and inviting, every flower clearly defined. The focal point is a cluster of large pink roses, their petals unfolding in generous layers that hint at softness and gentle fragrance. Surrounding them, sunny yellow gerbera daisies with their pronounced dark brown centres introduce a lively, uplifting note, like the buzz of Herne Hill's Sunday market. Stretching upward, slender stems of deep blue delphiniums carry lines of tiny blooms, bringing cool contrast and vertical movement to the arrangement, as if reaching up toward open sky above Brockwell Park. A generous mix of foliage gives the bouquet its rounded, full shape. Feathery ferns spill softly from the edges and lower sections, adding a delicate, textural frame. Broad, glossy leaves in deep green provide a sturdy backdrop, pushing the brighter colours forward, while at the base, larger tropical-style leaves-some marked with subtle pale green stripes-are expertly wrapped to form a smooth, sculpted collar around the flower heads. This green collar neatly transitions into the visible stems below, where the bouquet is tightly tied. Nestled among the central flowers are clusters of vivid green filler blooms and foliage, almost cushiony in texture, enhancing both volume and visual richness. Slim, pale green stems topped with small buds emerge from the top and sides, hinting at new blossoms to come and adding a just-cut, garden-fresh quality. The neatly bundled stems show that this is a hand-crafted arrangement, perfect for delivery to a birthday celebration on Milkwood Road, a housewarming near Dulwich Village, or a thoughtful thank-you gift sent across SE24, conveying joy, appreciation, and modern floral style.
NATURAL POETRY
£60.00
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This bouquet, set against a spotless white background, looks like a still moment of emotion translated into flowers. In the centre, plush garden roses in shades of blush, dusty pink, and muted mauve unfold slowly, their layered petals echoing the classic romance you might associate with a quiet walk around Brockwell Park at dusk. Around them, plentiful carnations bring a different kind of softness, each bloom frilled and textured, its creamy base gently shifting to richer rose and fuchsia at the edges, so every petal feels hand-tinted. Piercing the pastel calm are bold strokes of deep indigo and royal blue: sleek, tulip-like buds and a striking open anemone with a dark, almost inky centre that anchors the design and adds depth. Slim stems of lilac and pale lavender stock thread upward, dotted with many small blossoms that add delicacy and suggest a light, sweet fragrance-something you might notice when this bouquet rests on a table in a Herne Hill café or a flat just off Milkwood Road. Surrounding it all is a frame of fresh greenery, combining rounded, silvery eucalyptus leaves with darker, glossier foliage, creating contrast in both colour and texture. The stems are gathered and visible at the base, carefully tied, hinting at the craftsmanship behind the arrangement. The mood is quietly uplifting and deeply comforting, making this design ideal for sending love on a birthday, celebrating a new chapter near Herne Hill station, or offering gentle support when words feel too small, all while reflecting the understated charm of the local neighbourhood.
NOBLE BEAUTY
£67.00
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As I arrange these blooms at Herne Hill Florist, I'm constantly drawn in by the lyrical interaction of blush-pink gerberas and timeless pink roses-each flower echoing the soft spring light that bathes local homes off Railton Road. The ethereal blending of pinks, reminiscent of a watercolour sunrise over Brockwell Lido, is interrupted delicately by clusters of striking violet statice. Their texture is distinctly papery, a subtle counterpoint to the smoothness of rose and daisy petals. A base of deep green, dew-fresh foliage grounds the arrangement, while the slender glass vase reflects a soft radiance, giving the bouquet a gentle, luminous quality. Whether destined as a get-well wish, a stylish addition to a Herne Hill living room, or a thoughtful surprise delivered to friends on Milkwood Road, each bloom is chosen for meaning, crafted to spread optimism, calm, and the hallmark Herne Hill craftsmanship we treasure.
PINK DAZE
£49.00
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This image presents a hand-tied bouquet set against a clean white background, where each flower and leaf is clearly defined, allowing the interplay of colour and texture to shine. Soft pink roses, shaded gently from deeper rosy centres to paler outer petals, form the romantic core, some in full bloom and others just beginning to open, suggesting freshness and longevity. Crowning and circling them are large carnations in dusty rose and mauve, whose lavishly frilled petals bring an indulgent, almost fabric-like texture that invites the eye to linger. Rising from among these rounded forms, slim spires of deep indigo and violet Veronica offer a striking contrast, drawing the gaze upwards and lending a vertical rhythm that keeps the bouquet feeling lively. Between these, clouds of tiny aster-like flowers in pastel lilac and periwinkle scatter like confetti, each small, daisy-like head with a pale yellow centre brightening the palette. Tucked more discreetly in the folds of petals, deeper purple lisianthus blooms introduce pools of saturated colour, enriching the overall tonality. Around the flowers, a collar of foliage provides structure and freshness: chartreuse-green textured filler that looks almost mossy and playful, along with rounded, silvery eucalyptus leaves and other soft green stems. Their various shapes and shades give the bouquet a natural, garden-picked charm while still reading as a carefully crafted design. The tidy, visible stems at the base reveal the hand-tied technique, as if a local Herne Hill florist has just finished preparing it for same-day delivery to a home overlooking Brockwell Lido or a café near Herne Hill station. The overall impression is gentle yet confident, an arrangement suited to birthdays, milestones, or simply bringing a sense of calm, floral beauty into a living room or kitchen.
SPRING CHARM
£57.00
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An exuberant burst of colour, this bouquet vibrates with the sunny energy so familiar to the heart of Herne Hill. Enclosed within a clear glass vase resembling a polished pebble, golden sunflowers with bold brown centers open generously outward, inviting in the light. Each one is framed by rosettes of soft yellow garden roses, whose petals spiral outwards with a velvety softness, conjuring the calm of a weekend morning at Brockwell Lido. Vivid red hypericum berries are scattered throughout the arrangement, echoing the joyful chatter of local gatherings on Half Moon Lane. Airy sprigs of greenery, delicate fern fronds, and slender spikes of solidago give structure while adding texture and movement-inviting the eye to explore every detail like a walk through Herne Hill's flower-filled lanes. Bluish-green eucalyptus leaves peek from behind the blooms, providing a fresh, rustic undertone in harmony with the bouquet's sunlit flair. With stems visible through clear water, the display beams with freshness and bright clarity. The entire composition breathes an aura of togetherness-and is ideal for turning special birthdays, anniversaries, or gatherings into radiant occasions. For any household or occasion in SE24, this bouquet brings the spirit of Herne Hill's thriving floral artistry home.
SUNNY FIELDS
£70.00
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Beneath crisp, even lighting, a hand-tied bouquet of Gerbera daisies radiates celebration and heartfelt cheer reminiscent of community gatherings on Herne Hill's Sunday market. The bouquet features outrageously vibrant Gerbera blooms, their wide petals stretching out in a chorus of sunny yellows, tangerine oranges, and bold fuchsia-each circle of petals anchored by a dark, velvety center that intensifies their striking visual presence. Interlaced foliage introduces depth and verdant freshness, creating a lush impression against the pure white background. The upper bouquet is sheathed in a tactile, rustic kraft paper cloak, complemented by a protective shell of crinkled clear cellophane that preserves every petal's fanned-out beauty. Their sturdy stems sink elegantly into a crystal-clear glass vase, bathed in cool water to maintain freshness for days to come. Binding the arrangement inside the vase, a natural twine bow supports a light gift tag, lightly fluttering and dressed with a stylized red rose motif and faint script-a reminder of thoughtful gifting moments in the heart of Herne Hill, from Norwood Road residences to the peaceful lanes circling Brockwell Lido. Both exuberant and serene, this floral ensemble is a perfect tribute for life's happiest occasions, thoughtfully prepared by local hands in the spirit of true neighbourhood care.
SUNNY GARDEN
£49.00
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As a Herne Hill florist, I find joy in harmonising colours, forms, and the feelings they evoke-and this radiant composition is a testament to such craftsmanship. The bouquet, bursting with lush, rounded roses in an array of glowing coral, peach, and warm salmon hues, evokes the gentle glow of sunset over Brockwell Park. Each rose reveals a story: petals spiral outward from creamy, sunlit centres into saturated pinks, while dark green leaves-soft, plump, and almost waxy-frame the arrangement like nature's own filigree. The skillful blend of open blooms and younger buds creates texture and dimension, inviting both sight and touch. Nestled to the front left, a smartly positioned pouch of Thorntons Orange Crisp chocolates offers a delicious counterpart; the elegant packaging and glossy, dark chocolate truffles hint at the citrusy sweetness and light crunch within. Imagine this ensemble as a gift-marking an anniversary on Dulwich Road, a surprise for a loved one near Herne Hill Market, or a gesture of comfort on a rainy day. The combination of fresh, hand-tied flowers and decadent chocolate, captured in soft natural light, celebrates both art and heart, making each occasion in Herne Hill distinctly memorable.
SWEET SERENADE
£89.00
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Carefully curated to echo the warm, artistic vibe of Herne Hill's community, this floral bouquet comes alive with an extraordinary blend of colour, form, and sensory appeal. At the foundation, hydrangeas billow in shades of deep indigo, teal, and gentle lavender, conjuring images of early morning strolls past floral beds in Brockwell Park. Threaded between, roses in soft lilac and creamy ivory bloom in languid spirals, hinting at stories of romance and gentle joy. White ranunculus, with plush, countless petals compacted into tight spheres, introduce texture and tactile interest, reminiscent of the layered blooms sold at Sunday markets near Herne Hill station. Bringing extra brilliance, sprays of vivid fuchsia-pink filler flowers meander throughout, joined by feathery, pale pink astilbe that infuse motion and airiness along the outer edge. Tall, slender eustoma buds emerge with subtle yellow and pale green tones, adding a lift that feels both fresh and refined. Pale green and white lacy filler flowers, intricate and almost translucent, contribute additional texture and subtlety. The arrangement's fresh, verdant foliage enhances every shade, while a wide, glossy royal purple satin ribbon binds the stems, imparting an impression of thoughtful sophistication. Crafted by Herne Hill Florist for special occasions-birthdays, anniversaries, or as a generous 'just because'-this lavish bouquet celebrates the best of local floristry and artistic flair, infusing any gathering with a sense of genuine care and contemporary style.
TIMELESS VICTORIAN
£57.00
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TROPIC GETAWAY 2
TROPIC GETAWAY
£64.00
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YOU ARE EXQUISITE
YOU ARE EXQUISITE
£65.00
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