Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 15, 20223 min read
Christmas 22: Your 9 day countdown
It’s that ghastly period when the wreath frenzy is coming to an end but the order clips/books/lists are still looking a bit thin!! Trust...
Jackie Whittaker
Dec 8, 20221 min read
Interflora World Cup Tickets Now on Sale
A great Christmas present idea for you or a fellow florist - tickets to the amazing Interflora World Cup!
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 6, 20222 min read
30 ways to use a Poinsettia
If there is one plant that typifies Christmas it has to be the Poinsettia .... available in a whole host of colours ... we are deffo not...
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 6, 20223 min read
Champagne care for Poinsettia
It is maligned for being old fashioned and a nightmare to look after but we reckon the Poinsettia is THE Christmas plant and no home is...
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 5, 20222 min read
Bookers win eco award for second year
Booker Flowers and Gifts based in Mossley Hill, Liverpool, have again scooped the Responsible Business Environment Award 2022 presented...
Health Assured
Dec 5, 20221 min read
Coping with Financial Stress
Health Assured offer practical advice and tips to cope with financial-related stress and anxiety.
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 5, 20221 min read
Viva Magenta - the Pantone colour of 2023
It's powerful and empowering. It revels in pure joy, encourages experimentation and self-expression without restraint, it’s an...
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 3, 20227 min read
Final Countdown Tips for Christmas 2022
Have exclusive instore offers Use your social media and website to tempt people into the shop with some exclusive in store offers because...
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 2, 20221 min read
Running competitions without losing your social media accounts!!
Chances are you are thinking about running a Festive competition. However be very, very careful. They can be great but can also get you...
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 2, 20223 min read
Power Down ... Be Prepared
There may be no need for power cuts to conserve electricity this winter but they can still happen and at this time of year .. when you...
Eco Flower Supplies
Dec 1, 20224 min read
Paper: the Sustainable Option
When it comes to choosing your packaging and print, paper really is the greener option. Eco Flower Supplies explain more.
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Dec 1, 20222 min read
National Florist Day launched for 2023
Whilst independent florists may be considered the 7th emergency service, there has never been a ‘day’ to celebrate the amazing service,...
Jackie Whittaker
Nov 30, 20222 min read
Update from the Dutch Trade Fairs
This November’s Dutch trade fairs represented a welcome return to normality, with some great new flowers, products and trends on display.
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Nov 28, 20222 min read
Arend rose growers switch off
Back in October leading Dutch rose grower Arend announced that the rising gas prices were at a height that made it impossible to keep...
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Nov 25, 20225 min read
Small retailers say Black Friday bad for business ... what say you?
Three quarters (73%) of small independent retailers say Black Friday is bad for business and loses them sales, as people are drawn to...
