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Carnation
A versatile and popular florists choice for wedding bouquets and year round flower arrangements the Carnation is available in a wide range of pretty colours as a spray of small blooms and also as a single stem.

Celosia 
Brightly coloured blooms sometimes resembling combs (also known as cockscombs).

Chamelaucium (Wax flower)
Often known as Wax Flower the Chamelaucium belongs to the Myrtle family and has pink and mauve flowers which bloom in winter.

Chrysanthemum
An all time florist's favourite the chrysanthemum is available in many varieties, sizes and colours.  Widely available in late summer and autumn the lime green colour shown here is a stylish choice for a contemporary arrangement.

Cordyline
A sophisticated and architectural plant which is enjoying something of a come back as a contemporary addition to flower arrangements. The leaves are bold, glossy and can be used to create unusual and decorative centre pieces.

Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)
A member of the daisy family (our picture shows Cornflowers with Marguerites) the cornflower is a delicate summer flower with a vibrant colour.  Also available in pinks and mauves.

Cornus
Also known as Dogwood.  The stems have glorious bright colours and florists use them to add style to winter flower arrangements

Cornus
Magnificent, dark red-purple leaves, turning scarlet in autumn and fluffy, smoke-like plumes of purplish-pink flowers in July and August.  Fabulous for adding depth and interest to a bouquet or arrangement.