the location: sydney flower market
location: parramatta road, sydney markets
website: sydneymarkets.com.au
the many roller doors that take you inside the sydney flower markets open at 5 am. most days, florists from all over sydney arrive here before sunrise, ready to stock up for the day's trading. with over 150 sellers displaying row upon row of fresh blooms and florists from as far away as regional sydney, all jostling to find the day's best buys, this place buzzes with great energy. it is an assault to all the senses, in the most beautiful way. it is easy to see why many florists are inspired by the markets- it's produce, and its passionate growers. wondrous things are everywhere- in all shapes, colours and scents. the hustle and bustle is over within a couple of hours, as busy florists, having craftily packed their trusty vans with the days finds, each drive off to their shops, unpack and start to make their own kind of beautiful.
before sunrise |
blooming lovely |
the calla lily man |
start of the day |
safely tucked in |
a riot of colours |
andrew from seasonal concepts, with an armful of pretties |
it's not all about the flowers |
an artist's muse |
orchids, orchids, orchids |
orchid alley |
arm candy |
after monet |
tall, taller, tallest |
flowers and numbers |
the stems are gorgeous too! |
avenue of 'natives' |
softer shades of the bush |
potted varieties |
my kind of elegant |
martin from potteround and his find of the day |
the leaves are pretty too! |
boxed and twisted |
tropical calling |
christmas is coming |
two men, a van and lots of roses |
little treasures |
7 am |
tis the season to be pretty |
colour matching |
martin from potteround with his trolley of goodies |
charlie from red fragrance delighted with her morning finds |
the trusty van |
packed and boxed, ready for the shop |
what a beautiful view |
A visual feast! I couldn't stop looking at the photo in your header this morning..so much going on.
ReplyDeleteIt is a wondrous place, with something to marvel at, left, right and centre! Definitely worth a visit, if you're ever in Sydney :)
ReplyDeleteI stumbled upon your blog as I am planning to visit the Sydney Flower Market. This blog post has many beautiful photos and I'm feeling excited about my visit already! My blog is at www.thesgsisters.blogspot.com :)
ReplyDeletehi there; thanks for your kind words. a visit to the flower markets is a must! a truly wonderful experience. make sure you go early (around 5 am) to get the morning buzz :) hope you have a great visit.
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