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Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been in business for years, there’s always room to improve your floristry skills. The trends are always changing and this is the place to stay up-to-date with the latest styles, pick up some tips and get insight from experts in the industry on techniques, suppliers, flower varieties and floral designers in the industry.
Latest Design Inspiration News


From the Workroom: Being Savvy with Basing
Su Whale shares her professional tips for effective, good quality basing work.
Su Whale
5 days ago2 min read

Phalaenopsis – Everyone’s Favourite Orchid featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Su Whale praises this perennial favourite and suggests how best to display and sell Phalaenopsis.
Su Whale
Mar 212 min read


UK Grown: March
Su Whale selects three different types of UK-grown foliage to give your Spring designs extra zing.
Su Whale
Mar 112 min read
Latest Inspirational Suppliers News


Grower Spotlight: David Wheatley of Petite Peonys
With lots of florists now buying from UK growers large and small, the gap between florist and grower is shrinking. As part of our quest...
Viv Bradford
Mar 203 min read


Masterpieces Celebrates 1 Year: Floral Art with a Global Touch
What do you get when you combine a passion for (modern) art with the refinement of floral design and florists? Masterpieces. A project...
FleuraMetz
Mar 192 min read


Innovative Sustainable Water Use on Marginpar Farms
Constructed wetlands - How we Reuse Water Sustainably At our farms in Kenya and Ethiopia, we have built innovative systems to sustainably...
Helena van Achterberg
Mar 183 min read
Latest Inspirational Varieties News


Watch Karen Barnes Discuss the Latest Trends with the Pantone Colour of the Year
Karen Barnes is an expert at identifying and interpreting key seasonal trends and translating them into commercial opportunities for...
Karen Barnes
3 days ago1 min read

Phalaenopsis – Everyone’s Favourite Orchid featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Su Whale praises this perennial favourite and suggests how best to display and sell Phalaenopsis.
Su Whale
Mar 212 min read


Grower Spotlight: David Wheatley of Petite Peonys
With lots of florists now buying from UK growers large and small, the gap between florist and grower is shrinking. As part of our quest...
Viv Bradford
Mar 203 min read
Latest Inspirational Techniques News


Mother's Day Inspiration
Embrace pink for Mother's Day and get inspired to create your own tempting bouquets and arrangements.
Jackie Whittaker
Feb 271 min read


Pocket Money Presents for Mother's Day
Su Whale gets creative with suggestions for affordable floral gifts for Mother's Day.
Su Whale
Feb 272 min read


Bare Essentials Foliage featuring Floristry Tips From Su Whale
Make the most of striking structural branches when foliage is at a premium. Su Whale offers inspiration.
Su Whale
Feb 242 min read
Latest Inspirational People News


My Floral Journey: the Challenges and Importance of Training
When I look back on my training journey, it’s one I wouldn’t change in any way. It’s a pathway I encourage anyone to take. It’s fun, hard...
Hannah Friel
Mar 193 min read


International Women’s Day - Mimosa
Celebrated globally, IWD promotes the social, political and cultural achievements of woman all over the world.
Su Whale
Feb 272 min read


Choosing Joy: Starting out on a Career Change Journey
In Summer 2024 I handed in my notice for a well-paid, full-time senior role in Marketing & PR to follow my dream of becoming a florist....
Joanna Marshall
Feb 204 min read
Latest Sustainability News


Why Sustainable Packaging Matters in the Floriculture Industry
As consumers increasingly prioritise environmental responsibility, the global flower industry faces a critical challenge. While the...
Thursd
4 days ago7 min read


Innovative Sustainable Water Use on Marginpar Farms
Constructed wetlands - How we Reuse Water Sustainably At our farms in Kenya and Ethiopia, we have built innovative systems to sustainably...
Helena van Achterberg
Mar 183 min read


Sustainability: How Technology can Help your Business Reach Net Zero
Sustainability, net zero and reducing your carbon footprint are becoming important issues for business owners. From cutting down on waste...
British Business Bank
Feb 254 min read
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