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Blue Lace Flower
The blue lace flower is one of the few florist blooms to offer a genuine soft powder-blue, carried in delicate lacy umbels on slender stems. Native to Western Australia, it brings an airy, romantic haze to bouquets and is treasured for wedding work where true blue is hard to source. It also comes in lilac, pink and white forms. Buy stems with their umbels well open, as tight buds seldom mature in the vase.
| Family | Araliaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Western Australia |
| Peak season | June, July, August |
| Availability | May, June, July, August, September |
| Stem length | 40–60 cm |
| Vase life | 6–8 days |
| Colors | blue, lavender, pink, white |
| Price tier | mid |
Cut when most of the umbel's florets are open, as tight buds do not develop well once cut. Strip lower leaves, recut stems on a slant and place in clean water with flower food. Keep cool and avoid crushing the delicate hollow stems.
- •Buy with umbels mostly open — buds won't develop
- •Strip lower foliage below the waterline
- •Handle the hollow stems gently
- •Use flower food and clean water
- •Keep cool and out of drafts
Frequently asked questions
When is Blue Lace Flower in season?
Blue Lace Flower peaks in June, July, August, and florists can usually source it May, June, July, August, September. Availability shifts by region and greenhouse supply.
How long does Blue Lace Flower last in a vase?
Expect 6–8 days with proper conditioning — a clean vase, fresh water every couple of days, flower food, and a cool spot away from ripening fruit and direct heat.
What can I use instead of Blue Lace Flower?
Good substitutes for Blue Lace Flower include Ammi, Orlaya, Scabiosa, Cornflower. Match on look, colour and season — our substitute finder ranks the closest alternatives.
What does Blue Lace Flower symbolise?
Blue Lace Flower is associated with delicacy, gentleness, you're perfect.
How do you care for cut Blue Lace Flower?
Buy with umbels mostly open — buds won't develop
