Meet the supplier: The Greenshed Flower Studio

For Helen, owner of The Greenshed Flower Studio, floristry wasn’t always the plan. But with a background in art and design, a love of nature and a serendipitous opportunity to create a friend’s wedding flowers with only three weeks to go, her career as a florist began to blossom – and she hasn’t looked back since.

We sat down with the florist, and she revealed tips for choosing your wedding flowers, where she gets her inspiration, the importance of choosing seasonal flowers, her 2025 wedding flower picks, and more. 

Who runs The Greenshed Flower Studio?

Helen has built a reputation for stunning designs. A one-woman band on most days, she manages everything from client meetings to social media, with occasional help for larger events from family and trusted freelance florists.

See The Greenshed Flower Studio's work at this romantic boho styled shoot at The Weaving Shed 

Get to know this top wedding florist in Dundee

Based in Dundee, where she lives with her partner and daughter, Helen takes pride in crafting arrangements that reflect the seasons and the individual vision of her clients. 

Whether she’s guiding couples through their wedding planning or hosting workshops to share her expertise, Helen counts herself lucky to be growing her business slowly and organically, focusing on building her reputation as one of the very best.

Keep reading for our full Q&A with The Greenshed Flower Studio.

Wildflower bouquets and wedding arrangements

Hi Helen! How would you describe your floral design style, and who or what has influenced it?

My floral design style is romantic and wild – aiming for arrangements that feel natural and unsculpted, like something you’d gather up in a wildflower meadow. Ironically, creating this effortless look takes quite a bit of work! 

Inspiration for your wedding flowers

Inspiration comes from many places. At home, a painting of dahlias in a vase has always sparked my imagination. Early on, I admired flower-growers like Milli Proust, who farms and designs in England.

Although I dream of having my own cut-flower garden, life hasn’t allowed for that yet. More recently, my Scottish florist contemporaries have inspired me, and it’s such a joy to be motivated by friends! 

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Top tips for choosing your wedding flowers

What advice would you give to couples who are just starting to think about flowers?

There’s a lot to consider here but if I could summarise it in just a few points, I would say: 

1. Choose someone whose style resonates with you. It’ll let you relax, knowing you can trust them and allow them creative flexibility in handling this special part of your day.

2. Be realistic about budgets. Intricate designs, or large installations such as floral arches, take time and resources, which will be reflected in the cost. If you have a budget in mind, be open about it. A good florist will maximise what you’ve got and be able to suggest ways to stretch your flowers further. 

3. Share your vision. Whether it’s a Pinterest board or saved photos, sharing your ideas helps us understand your preferences. If you’re unsure, that’s fine too – it’s part of our job to guide you. Even knowing what you don’t want can be valuable.

How do you begin crafting a floral arrangement?

I always start with an initial chat to discuss the couple’s vision, key elements and the day’s flow. This informs my planning, including whether arrangements can be reused across the event.

Then a photo-sharing session, of work by me and others, helps shape the final designs. 

Why choose local and seasonal flowers?

I strive to use local, seasonal flowers whenever possible. Most of my blooms come from British suppliers, particularly in Forfar and Fife, and I often forage for local foliage – my partner’s farm provides wonderful access to trees!

While some imported flowers are necessary, sourcing the majority locally reduces the environmental impact and ensures fresher blooms. 

Wedding flowers for every season: tips and tricks from florists 

I think a lot of people don’t realise that most flowers travel huge distances to get to the UK – most roses are grown in Kenya, Colombia or Ecuador, for example!

This obviously results in a higher carbon footprint, but it also means the flowers have been cut for longer before they get here.

Seasonal flowers not only minimise carbon footprints and increase freshness of blooms, but also ensure each wedding is able to uniquely reflect the natural beauty of the time of year. 

Hanging flower arrangements to transform your wedding venue

Any especially memorable or unique wedding designs that spring to mind? 

Projects involving freelance teams always stand out, especially those with floral clouds, which require lots of hands.

Last summer, I created two incredible ceiling installations. At Cambo House, we filled the courtyard roof with suspended flowers and wildflower vases adorning the tables, crowned by a giant disco ball.

The creative energy of the team made it magical. At The Byre at Inchyra, we installed two long foliage clouds above banquet tables.

Made from structural beech and frothy birch, the clouds transformed the dining hall into a woodland canopy.

I made each section individually on the ground, so it was only once they were lifted into place that the full impact could be felt – it was amazing!

Flower and wreath workshops with The Greenshed Flower Studio

What does the future hold for The Greenshed Flower Studio?

I hope to continue working with couples on weddings of all sizes (including destination weddings), but I also dream of tackling something really massive, like these giant floral door installations I’ve seen in London.

One day, I’d love to open a shop, write a book and host more workshops (see more about upcoming flower workshops here) throughout the year. And I’d like to merge my fine-art past with my floral present – creating illustrations, textiles and more with my drawings.