About Us - Meet The Team

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Welcome to Dear Petal

 

At Dear Petal, we know that busy schedules and long work hours can make ordering the perfect bouquet or gift feel stressful, especially when you're unsure about the quality or which flowers best suit the occasion. That's why we've designed our service to be smooth and supportive, offering personalised guidance on flower choices, clear communication, and a streamlined ordering process that includes immediate confirmations and follow-up for your peace of mind. We actively listen to your needs, ensuring every bouquet or gift reflects the emotions you want to convey, whether it's love, joy, or support. With reliable delivery across the Hunter Valley, shopping with us is an effortless way to send happiness and love to those you care about.

We can't wait to bloom your day!

Jess

Owner + Florist
Hi, I’m Jess – the flower-loving heart behind Dear Petal. I’ve always been drawn to the beauty and emotion that flowers bring and seeing the emotions on someone’s face when they receive blooms – having this space definitely fills my cup. Behind the scenes, I’m a mum to two beautiful little humans. Kora (5) Laykn (3) and wife to my biggest supporter, Todd. . When I’m not in the shop, you’ll find me with a coffee in hand, rollerskating with the kids, or soaking up the outdoors.
If i were a flower i would be: A Poppy - a little wild, soft at heart, with a love for sunny days.
My biggest red flag: Never keeping a clean work bench.

Zoe

Florist
Hi, I’m Zoe - Florist at Dear Petal and lover of all things wild, whimsical and a little bit wiggly. I live for unstructured bouquets that feel like they’ve just been scooped fresh from the garden (they’re my love language). I’ve been flower-obsessed since I was tiny — always making fairy gardens and flower crowns in the backyard, and by 14 I’d decided floristry was it for me. Now I get to live my dream every day, and yep, I still get giddy around a good bunch of blooms. When I’m not playing with petals, I’m basically a 23-year-old grandma — give me a warm tea, a crafty project and a solid bedtime and I’m the happiest little thing around.
If i were a flower i would be: Sweet Pea. Small, cute and a little bit whimsical.
My biggest red flag: I’m 5’3 and I can’t reach the top shelf to save my life (but I will try anyway)

Laila

Florist
Hi, I’m Laila! I’m the literature loving florist. Flowers are my pen and paper. Have something you need to communicate? There’s a bouquet that can do that for you. I believe that having nature present in your life is so important to our state of being and peace of mind- and that shows when I work in the shop at Dear Petal. Something about those flowers (and working with Jess and Zoe) fills me with joy! Years ago, I discovered the power of the flower when I’d walk past a local florist on my lunch breaks at an old job- I’d feel so at peace. Cut to now, I’m a senior florist by trade and I love every minute of it. On the weekends you’ll find me working at Dear Petal or spending time with my family and friends at church. I’m currently renovating my 1960s home with my Husband, Cameron so that takes up a lot of our time!
If i were a flower i would be: A Lily. Can seem closed off, but get me in my element and I’ll burst out of my shell!

My biggest red flag is: I am a chronic chatter box. I end up using a million words when a simple yes or no would have sufficed.

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