We rise in lifting others. Featuring Eden Hessell, The Botanist, New Zealand.

Daisy Chain was established in 1984 and over the years we have had many delightful staff from all over the world. Interns from Holland, florists from South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Denmark (to name a few!) and of course the UK.

At Daisy Chain we believe in allowing individuals to flourish and grow. There is no real hierarchy, with experienced florists sweeping the floor and trainees allowed to make exciting orders (under guidance of course). We instil a confidence into the team and many go on to achieve great things themselves.

Today we would like to celebrate Eden!

Eden came to the UK with her partner who played rugby for Doncaster Dons and worked part time for us during 2008 & 2009. As with so many antipodeans, Eden was utterly charming! She also had a strong work ethic, great drive, a zest for life & we thoroughly enjoyed having her in the shop.

Today, Eden lives back in Auckland, is recently married and has a delightful son. We keep in touch via Facebook.

Eden on her wedding day, photography by www.delenanathuran.com

Eden's wedding under a foliage canopy. Photography by www.delenanathuran.com

She has opened her own shop The Botanist, Auckland a cafe, bar & shop and in 2015 was voted BEST FLORIST IN AUCKLAND. A fabulous accolade which she certainly deserves.

The Botanist Auckland - Cafe | Bar | Florist

Exhausted Eden after creating an incredible display for Pandora!

Congratulations Eden, we're really proud of you! Keep up the good work!

Love from Team Daisy Chain X

Check out her instagram page for more fabulous images of her shop and flowers.

Floristry isn't always glamorous! Eden hard at work, always a grafter!

Crazy Floral Beard. Photography by www.anywhereiroam.co.nz

Eden has a zest for life!