“Our growers recognize our position in London’s affluent Belgravia neighborhood and understand that our elite clientele seeks bespoke and distinctive floral arrangements.” - Neill Strain

FLORAL ENTHUSIASTS APPRECIATE THE BEAUTY AND RARITY OF THE SPECIAL VANDA ORCHIDS FEATURED IN YOUR SIGNATURE ARRANGEMENTS, RETAILED EXCLUSIVELY AT YOUR NEILL STRAIN FLORAL COUTURE CONCESSION AT HARRODS. HOW DO YOU SOURCE THESE BLOOMS? “Our relationship with our esteemed Vanda orchid grower, Ansu, is one that we hold in high regard. Vanda orchids are renowned as the ‘crown jewels’ of the floral world, and Ansu’s dedication to finding the rarest and most majestic specimens is truly remarkable. His passion for these exquisite flowers is evident in the rich jewel tones that they exude. We are privileged to receive small crops from Ansu, often consisting of just a few stems. Once these rare beauties are gone, they are gone forever, never to be produced again. This level of exclusivity is highly sought after by our discerning clients, who are always on the lookout for what’s new, rare, and unique.”

YOU’VE PARTICIPATED IN LONDON’S CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW FOR SEVERAL YEARS, AND JUST WON THE 2023 GOLD MEDAL AND BEST IN SHOW FOR BELGRAVIA IN BLOOM. WHAT INSPIRED YOUR WINNING DESIGN? “This year’s theme was ‘Into the Wild.’ Our installation at the Belgravia boutique was inspired by a trip I took to the Maldives in January. While on a snorkeling safari, I was struck by the vibrancy of the coral reefs, teeming with life. To my surprise, a turtle came swimming alongside me, and the experience deeply moved me. Glancing off into the distance of the deep blue Indian Ocean at that moment felt very wild to me, and felt very appropriate for the “Into the Wild” theme. Spectators came in droves to see our display, which featured two larger-than-life seahorses, a giant turtle and an angelfish, all enhanced with gorgeous shells, rocks, and plant material utilized for its resemblance to coral life under the ocean.” - NS

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