Last Updated on February 10, 2024 by Home in the World
Autumn may well be in full swing here in Perth, but that hasn’t stopped Subiaco from going full floral with the 2023 edition of their immersive Subi Blooms trail. Fourteen cute, quirky and colourful installations add unexpected flourishes along the main Rokeby Road strip, as well as two more on Bagot Road and one on Hay Street.
The event coincides with the Mother’s Day weekend here, and runs strictly from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 May. I decided to make the most of the good weather on the Friday and check it out for myself. Being a lover of flowers and urban art, I just knew it would be right up my alley – and it didn’t disappoint!
The beautifully crafted, dreamily styled displays have a distinctly soft and often vintage feel, showcasing the brilliant flower-arrangement skills of 13 local florists. Many even have seating options for anyone wanting to pose for a snap amidst the floral wonderland. They’re all certainly very instagrammable! Follow the trail for yourself with my photos below. You can also see my Instagram reel here.
One Subiaco: Installation by Maple & Wren
(see Maple & Wren’s Instagram page here)
Linneys: Installation by Flower Girl Perth
(see Flower Girl Perth’s Instagram page here)
Corner of Rokeby Road and Hay Street: Installation by Flower Girl Perth
(see Flower Girl Perth’s Instagram page here)
La Condesa: Installation by Hannah Etherington Flowers
(see Hannah Etherington Flowers’ Instagram page here)
Forrest Walk: Installation by Edie & Ivy
(see Edie & Ivy’s Instagram page here)
Walmsley Lane: Installation by Signature Floral Design
(see Signature Floral Design’s Instagram page here)
Decjuba: Installation by Bloom Bby
(see Bloom Bby’s Instagram page here)
Kannis Laneway: Installation by Bohemian Flowers
(see Bohemian Flowers’ Instagram page here)
Post Office: Installation by Sonny & Willow
(see Sonny & Willow’s Instagram page here)
Library Bench: Installation by Flower Nation
(see Flower Nation’s Instagram page here)
Bagot Road Bus Stop: Installation by Cottage Garden
(see Cottage Garden’s Instagram page here)
Theatre Gardens: Installation by Pop Floral Studio
(see Pop Floral Studio’s Instagram page here)
The only installation I didn’t get a chance to see was the one further down Hay Street by Sir Botanical. But you can see their amazing creations for yourself on their website or Instagram.
Subi Blooms runs 12-14 May 2023 in Subiaco. There is also face-painting by the Freedom Fairies in the Theatre Gardens between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on both the Saturday and Sunday. For the full map and more info, check out the Subi Blooms website.
Have a bloomin’ good time! (Sorry..)
This sounds bloomin’ wonderful. As always, an awesome account of the event too, you certainly have a way with words
Thanks a lot! It was a beautiful spectacle indeed 🙂