Joanna Marshall
2 days ago4 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....
Su Whale
5 days ago3 min read
Plants for Bathrooms
Upgrade your bathroom with houseplants to add some cheer, a touch of glamour or even to purify the air. Su Whale explains how.
Su Whale
Feb 114 min read
Delightful Daffodils - Fragrant Narcissus featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Su Whale explains how to care for and condition narcissi for cheerful spring displays.
Su Whale
Feb 101 min read
Houseplants: Ceropegia woodii
Get to know this delicate, trailing houseplant and it could become a favourite with you and your customers.
Karen Barnes
Feb 63 min read
Know your Competitors
Knowing your competitors and how they operate is a vital part of running your own floristry business. Karen Barnes explains why.
Alison Ruud
Feb 32 min read
Essential Tips for Minimising Waste
Wastage comes in many forms, whether its flowers and foliage, money or time. Follow these latest tips from florist Alison Ruud
Jackie Whittaker
Jan 163 min read
Handling Customer Complaints
Take back control and help turn a negative situation into a positive customer experience with our 10 steps to successful...
Jackie Whittaker
Jan 144 min read
Training for Managers - How to Give Feedback
Being able to deliver objective, actionable feedback is an important part of any managers role. Learn how to handle the challenges feedback
Viv Bradford
Dec 24, 20243 min read
The Importance of Continuous Personal Development
"Never stop learning" is Viv Bradford's advice as she explains why continuous personal development is so important.
Karen Barnes
Dec 24, 20243 min read
How to be a Successful Freelance Florist
Karen Barnes gives us the low-down on what it really takes to thrive in the world of freelance floristry.
Su Whale
Dec 20, 20243 min read
Handsome Hyacinths featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Make the most of this fabulous seasonal favourite. Su Whale advises how to condition and use hyacinths in floral work.
Su Whale
Dec 13, 20242 min read
Cyclamen: More Than Just a Houseplant? featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Cyclamen make great houseplants at this time of year, but did you know they can also be used as a cut flower and a foliage plant?
Su Whale
Dec 12, 20242 min read
Conditioning Roses featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Follow Su Whale's guide to conditioning and caring for your Valentine's roses.
Jackie Whittaker
Nov 28, 20242 min read
Floristry Learners Celebrated at Industry Awards
Following a successful launch in 2023, England and Northern Ireland’s Land-based & Environment Learner Awards (LBEL) 2024 were held at...
Su Whale
Oct 31, 20243 min read
Bromeliads: Nature’s Natural Fireworks featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Bromeliads are perfect impulse purchase plants - colourful, fun and easy to care for.
