Is it Time for a Store Makeover?
Staying current and relevant is vital for retail sales, and that applies to your shop fit as well as your product ranges.
Two Visual
3 days ago3 min read
Are we Encouraging the Next Generation of Florists?
I fell in love with flowers as a little girl, I was fascinated by their colours, their scents, the myriad of shapes and when my Auntie...
Viv Bradford
Apr 83 min read
Doncaster College Floristry Department Selected for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025
Doncaster College is thrilled to announce that its Floristry department has been selected to exhibit at the world-renowned Chelsea Flower...
Doncaster College
Apr 72 min read
“That’s not what I wanted!” - Managing complaints
Catherine Jane Kirk shares her knowledge and expertise on the art of managing customer complaints...
Catherine Jane Kirk
Mar 261 min read
From the Workroom: Being Savvy with Basing
Su Whale shares her professional tips for effective, good quality basing work.
Su Whale
Mar 252 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
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
Shorter and More Flexible Apprenticeships
Following up on strong engagement from the BRC, government announced changes to apprenticeships , to cut red tape and boost economic...
British Retail Consortium
Mar 171 min read
Mother’s Day? Child’s Play!
Make the most of Mother's Day sales by creating a range for young children with money to spend.
Su Whale
Mar 172 min read
Retail Guide: Keeping your Shop Clean
When was the last time you took a really close look at the inside of your shop and workroom?
Jackie Whittaker
Mar 114 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
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 183 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 114 min read
Houseplants: Ceropegia woodii
Get to know this delicate, trailing houseplant and it could become a favourite with you and your customers.
Su Whale
Feb 101 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.
Karen Barnes
Feb 63 min read
