Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Florist in Folkestone
Stem By Stem has been serving Folkestone since 2007, continuing a floral tradition that dates back over a century at our historic Church Street location. Our team combines decades of floristry expertise with a commitment to sustainability, sourcing local and UK-grown flowers while implementing eco-friendly practices like composting green waste and using biodegradable packaging. We specialise in creating bespoke floral designs for weddings and funerals, offering same-day delivery across Folkestone and surrounding areas.Our Victorian shop features a secret courtyard and showcases seasonal arrangements that reflect the natural beauty of each changing season. With a focus on community engagement, we provide flower-arranging workshops and collaborate with local venues to bring floral artistry to life for every occasion.
Services
Wedding Flowers
Funeral Tributes
Flower Delivery
Seasonal Arrangements
Floral Workshops
Corporate Events
Plant Sales
Gift Wrapping
Bespoke Designs
Same-Day Service
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We use 100% LED lighting and compost all green waste sustainably
- Our florists have over 15 years of combined experience in wedding design
- We offer free consultations for bespoke floral arrangements
- Same-day delivery available when ordered before 1pm
- All gift wrapping is fully recyclable or biodegradable
What people say
Breathtaking designs
Eco-friendly approach
Same-day delivery
Expert florists
Beautiful workshop
Services
Wedding Flowers
We create bespoke wedding flowers incorporating seasonal materials and personal touches. Our team offers free consultations to understand your vision, working with you to design bouquets, venue decorations, and buttonholes that reflect your style. With experience at local venues like Lympne Castle and The Grand, we ensure your floral arrangements enhance your special day.
Funeral Tributes
Our compassionate team helps create meaningful funeral tributes that celebrate life. We offer traditional wreaths and bespoke designs, liaising directly with funeral directors for seamless delivery. With experience in crafting personalized tributes, we provide guidance to help you choose appropriate flowers and foliage that convey your heartfelt message during difficult times.
Floral Workshops
Our hands-on workshops teach seasonal flower arranging techniques. Participants create their own arrangements using fresh materials, taking home their creations along with new skills. With small class sizes and expert tuition, these sessions offer a fun and creative experience for individuals or groups seeking to explore floral artistry in a supportive environment.
Same-Day Delivery
We offer same-day flower delivery across Folkestone and surrounding areas when ordered before 1pm. Our reliable service ensures timely delivery of fresh arrangements for birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions. With both shop collection and delivery options available, we make it easy to send beautiful flowers with short notice while maintaining quality and presentation.
Seasonal Arrangements
Our seasonal collections showcase nature's changing beauty, featuring locally sourced flowers and foliage. From autumn's rich jewel tones to spring's fresh blooms, each arrangement reflects current seasonal elements. Using materials like hydrangeas, berries, and flowering grasses, we create designs that capture the essence of each time of year while maintaining our commitment to sustainable floristry practices.
People
Tanya Henton
Owner & Florist
Tanya founded Stem By Stem in 2007 after retraining from a stockbroking career. With floristry expertise and a passion for sustainability, she leads our team in creating beautiful arrangements while maintaining eco-friendly practices. Her background includes teaching floristry and running a successful wedding flower business.
Questions
What areas do you deliver flowers to?
We deliver across Folkestone, Sandgate, Hawkinge, Elham, Lyminge, Dent's Hollow, Alkham and surrounding Kent villages. Same-day delivery available when ordered before 1pm.
Are your flowers sustainably sourced?
Yes! We prioritise local and UK-grown flowers, compost all green waste, use biodegradable packaging, and have energy-efficient lighting. Our sustainable practices extend to recycling supplier packaging and rainwater plant irrigation.
Do you offer wedding consultations?
Yes, we offer free consultations in our dedicated consulting room. We'll discuss your vision, show portfolio examples, and create bespoke designs using seasonal materials to match your wedding theme and venue.
Can I order funeral flowers online?
Yes, you can order funeral tributes online or by phone. We'll liaise directly with funeral directors for delivery. We offer both traditional and bespoke designs, with guidance available to help you choose appropriate floral tributes.
Do you run flower-arranging classes?
Yes, we offer seasonal flower-arranging workshops. Small group classes include tuition, materials, and take-home arrangements. Private bookings available for groups of 6-8. Current workshops include autumn wreath-making and seasonal bouquet design.
