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Offering beautiful floral gifts and heartfelt memorial and funeral tributes across Skibbereen and Clonakilty, West Cork.

25/06/2025

One of our pretty trug basket arrangements created recently to celebrate the birth of a baby boy 🩵
Arrangements are a great low-maintenance floral gift which look great anywhere in the home (but not on a sunny windowsill, cut flowers don’t like direct sun)

15/06/2025

Today can be a painful day for many 💙 Sending love to those who are experiencing grief or longing on this Father’s Day.

08/06/2025

When you choose to order a memorial or funeral tribute with Hillside Flowers, you’re not just selecting a floral arrangement — you’re honouring a cherished life with something truly meaningful.
Each tribute we create includes a carefully chosen element: sprigs of Rosemary, symbolising remembrance.
Grown with care right here in West Cork, our signature touch reflects our deep respect for the memory of your loved one. We understand that each tribute is an expression of love and loss, which is why we craft every one with thoughtfulness, compassion, and intention.

16/05/2025

A little while ago I was contacted by a family who wanted some special tributes made for their niece and granddaughter’s first anniversary.
The family explained to me that this young lady’s favourite colour was blue and she loved horses and wondered if it would be possible to incorporate these into the tributes.
It was decided that a heart tribute including blue flowers and a horse’s head tribute would be very fitting tributes to honour this young lady.
I received such kind feedback from the family following the anniversary Mass, it was an honour to be trusted with creating such important tributes.

09/05/2025

For today’s let’s talk about daisies 💛
With No Mow May in full swing you’re probably noticing daisies springing up a lot!
Did you know… The common name Daisy originates from the Old English phrase "Daes eage," which translates to "day's eye." This name reflects how these delicate flowers close their petals in the evening and reopen them come morning, making daisies some of the first eyes to open to the morning sun each day. Had you noticed daisies doing this?
Bees 🐝 LOVE daisies because the centre of a daisy is actually comprised of hundreds of tiny flowers that combine to create a cluster known as an inflorescence and this allows bees to collect a lot of food in one visit.

30/04/2025

Orders are now being taken for memorial tributes in May and June. If you would like a special way to celebrate the life of a loved one then get in touch so that we can create the perfect bespoke tribute for you.
There are also a few grave-tending slots still available in May and there is good availability in June. Our service is greatly appreciated by customers who no longer live locally and those who find visiting cemeteries logistically difficult.

23/04/2025

🧚‍♀️ F A I R Y G A R D E N 🧚‍♀️

Do you have a little flower fairy at home who loves gardening? Help them create their very own fairy garden 🌱 🌸

You'll need:
- compost
- small plants (e.g. Busy Lizzie, Lobelia, Primula, Petunia, Marigold)
- plastic tray
- small stones
- x2 lolly sticks
- coloured matchsticks
- colourful plastic cup (an empty Easter egg would be ideal)
- paint
- PVA glue

Method: With adult supervision, paint your stones in bright colours for the fairies to step on. Glue your matchsticks to the lolly sticks to create a ladder for the fairies. Ask an adult to drill 5 holes into the bottom of the plastic tray for drainage. Fill tray with soil and position plants. Place your stepping stones, ladder and plastic cup in the fairy garden (cup can be filled with water).

The fairy gardens are suitable for indoors or outdoors. If you are keeping it indoors, make sure you place some old newspaper under the tray.

We'd love to see your own versions 📸 and please let us know if you have any questions.

26/03/2025

EDIT: SOLD OUT - thank you all! 🥰
Only the prettiest blooms for the incredible mothers in West Cork!
Our fabulous Mother’s Day gift bouquets are available at €40 or €65 and the best news is that we offer FREE LOCAL DELIVERY 💙 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday delivery available)
Send us a message to secure one for the amazing mam in your life.
The version shown in our photos is our Regular size bouquet (€40).

23/03/2025

Following requests from some of our regular customers we are excited to announce our Mother’s Day gift bouquets are available to order to celebrate the special ladies in your life 💞 Perhaps it’s your marvellous Mam, amazing Aunt, a great Gran or even to celebrate a first time Mummy!

What to expect: big bouquets, unique designs, unbeatable value, a variety of fresh blooms presented in a gift box with pretty packaging for that WOW-factor. And not forgetting we are offering FREE local delivery or the option to collect from our workshop if you prefer.

We have two bouquet options available: Regular (€40) and Deluxe (€65).

Pop us a message to place your order for delivery or collection on Friday 28th, Saturday 29th or Sunday 30th.

14/03/2025

It’s been a little while since our last so we thought it’d be nice to treat you to one today.
Let’s talk about the beautiful daffodil.
💛 It is one of the national emblems of Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 (along with the Leek)
💛 It is the birth month flower for March
💛 Daffodils contain a sap that is often poisonous to other plants so it’s best not to mix them in bouquets as they can shorten the lifespan of other flowers in the vase ☠️
💛 They symbolise new beginnings as they are often the first sign of Spring arriving
💛 In China they are believed to bring good fortune if they bloom early during the Lunar New Year.
💛 Daffodils are one of the traditional gifts used to celebrate a 10th wedding anniversary.
We hope you enjoyed these facts about daffodils!
Do you have some daffodils growing in your garden? Perhaps you’ve spotted some while out enjoying a walk… We’d love to see your photos of daffodils - pop them in the comments below ⬇️

12/03/2025

Mother’s Day memorial tributes 💞
Orders are now being taken for our personalised Mother’s Day tributes designed with fresh, seasonal foliage and fresh flowers.

Mother’s Day posie pad features a teddy bear pick, memorial card and a personalised heart pick - any name or word can be included e.g. Mum, Mammy, Gran. This tribute can be made in your choice of either pink tones or white & yellow tones. €30. Approximate size 32cm x 32cm.

Mother’s Day heart features a dainty butterfly, memorial card and a personalised ribbon sash - any name or word can be included e.g. Mum, Mammy, Gran. €27. Approximate size 32cm x 32cm.

Collection available from Leap.

11/03/2025

We’re pleased to announce that our collection for Mother’s Day will be launching soon.
You’ll be able to order tributes for collection and delivery or avail of our local grave-tending service.

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Leap
Skibbereen

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