Autumn flowers for your home and your favourite people
Deep red on the kitchen table, sunny yellow beside the sofa or a bouquet in soft pink: autumn flowers can be as varied as the people who enjoy them. When choosing an autumn bouquet, start with two things: which colour would you like to lead, and would you prefer a loose arrangement or a more compact shape?
Autumn colours, from sunny yellow to berry red
Yellow and orange bring bold, warm colour into a room. Burgundy and berry shades feel richer, while cream or a little pink can soften the combination. Look first at the colour that takes up the most space in the bouquet. It shapes the overall impression more than a single contrasting flower.
For a calmer look, choose closely related shades. For something livelier, try a stronger contrast. Our Journal takes a closer look at flowers and colours that work together in autumn.
Which flowers work in an autumn bouquet?
Large blooms give the eye a focal point, with smaller flowers and loose greenery adding variety in between. A sunflower bouquet brings a bold touch of yellow, while the many small flowers in a hydrangea head create a fuller look. Roses also work beautifully in autumn colour combinations.
Alongside the flower type, consider the balance of blooms and greenery. Compare different shapes in our mixed bouquets, or use our flower types guide to find your favourites.
Find the right spot for your bouquet
Think about where the vase will stand before choosing your flowers. At dinner, a lower, compact bouquet leaves a clear view of the person opposite. On a sideboard, a bouquet has more room to spread out without competing with plates and glasses.
The vase opening should support the stems without squeezing them together, helping the bouquet keep its shape. If you like well-defined blooms, take a look at our rose bouquets. Consider the flowers, the vase and their place in the room together.
Autumn flowers for birthdays and thank-yous
For an autumn birthday, a favourite colour is a good place to start. A yellow bouquet appeals to a different taste from deep red or soft pink. Browse our birthday flowers for more ideas.
If you are taking flowers to dinner, think about your host's table too. When sending flowers to say thank you, a personal sentence makes the reason clear: what exactly are you grateful for? That detail gives even a small gesture its own meaning.
Caring for autumn flowers in a vase
Place your bouquet in a thoroughly cleaned vase with fresh water. Remove any leaves that would sit below the waterline and trim the stem ends with a clean, sharp tool. If flower food is supplied, follow the instructions on the packet.
Once the heating is back on, a cooler spot away from radiators is a good choice. Check the water level regularly and replace dirty water. Our guide to keeping a bouquet fresh explains the next steps and what to consider with different flowers.
Order and send autumn bouquets online
Found your colours? Compare the available sizes on the product page and choose a bouquet to suit the occasion. Delivery dates depend on the bouquet, address and current availability; you will see the options as you order.
If you are still deciding, our florists' recommendations are a helpful starting point. Or browse our complete flower collection for a different colour palette. For deliveries beyond the Rhine-Main area served by our own team, we work with selected local florists who prepare the flowers locally.
Flower delivery throughout the Rhine-Main region
We hand-tie our bouquets in our Frankfurt flower shop. Our own team delivers them personally in Frankfurt and the Rhine-Main region, generally within around 50 kilometres. Destinations include Offenbach, Mainz and Wiesbaden. Browse our delivery areas for more places; checkout confirms whether delivery to your exact address is available on your chosen date.