Here at Nanz and Kraft Florists, we love helping you through all of life’s moments that require flowers – birthdays, anniversaries, weddings. But sometimes, the best reason to surround yourself with flowers is “just because!” Flowers have a unique ability to brighten our day; and with the long summer days ahead, decorating with seasonal summer blooms is a great way to bring excitement, beauty, and fresh air into your home or office space.

To celebrate the fact that one of her favorite seasons has officially arrived, here are some of the most popular summer flowers – we love them, and we think you will too!

One of the most iconic blooms of summer is, of course, the sunflower. This majestic flower stands far above the rest in stature and showcases a vibrant hue that draws attention to itself in the best way possible. Sunflowers are so named because of their tendency to turn themselves to face the sun during the daylight hours – and don’t most of us love to do the same? In nature, the sunflower can grow from 3 to 15 feet in the air; but even in a cut flower arrangement, the sunflower is an impressive and happy flower that will put a smile on anyone’s face.

Although one of the best parts of summer in Louisville is being outside more often, it is not always possible for people who still have to work! If that is you or someone you know, don’t despair, just bring summer inside. Other floral choices that are prolific this time of year are white and yellow daisies and their vibrant cousins, the gerberas; mums, zinnias, and begonias; roses, lilies and orchids, and the always majestic gladioli.

Allow the artisans at Nanz and Kraft Florists to arrange expertly a vivid summer bouquet second to none that will emulate being outside on a summer day. Then sit back and enjoy. Because it is summertime and the living should be easy!