

Take Part in the Big Butterfly Count
Scientists call on the public to help track the spread of butterfly species. Data shows butterflies are spreading northward due to...
Butterfly Conservation
Jul 15, 20245 min read

An Early Summer Centrepiece with Phoam
This tutorial, created by Joseph, will guide you to create an early summer centrepiece. With sustainability in mind, this design was made...
Joseph Massie
Jul 5, 20241 min read


RHS Sustainable Garden Product of the Year 2024 - POTR
‘Grow more, waste less’ It sounds counterintuitive to be able to construct a waterproof plant pot by using the ancient Japanese art of...
Su Whale
Jun 25, 20242 min read


Celebrating National Florist Day 8th June 2024
National Florist Day is a cross-industry initiative designed to recognise and salute the sector and those working within it.
Lauren Hackett
Jun 7, 20241 min read


Assaulting a Retail Worker to Become a Standalone Offence
The Government has announced that assaulting a retail worker will be made a standalone criminal offence. Those found guilty of the new...
British Retail Consortium
May 9, 20241 min read


Boost Garden Butterfly Numbers with One Simple Step
Letting parts of your garden grow wild with long grass can increase butterfly numbers by up to 93% and attract a wider range of species,...
Butterfly Conservation
May 8, 20243 min read


Sustainability at RHS Urban Show
RHS’s first, large scale indoor gardening show ‘Urban’, aimed at those who live in cities and towns with limited or no outdoor growing...
Jonathon Downes
Apr 29, 20242 min read

Parade Fever in Holland!
Highlights from this unique spring parade.
Jackie Whittaker
Apr 23, 20243 min read


Houseplant Heaven at RHS Urban Show Manchester
RHS Urban Show - New Show, New Style. Mention RHS shows and you immediately think of the green spaces of Chelsea, Tatton or Hampton...
Su Whale
Apr 19, 20242 min read


The National Flower Show at Hylands House & Estate
The National Flower Show, returns to Hylands House & Estate this May with a brand-new floral theme – Hollywood at Hylands. From Friday...
Jonathon Downes
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Moreton Morrell College at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Delight as floristry students get to showcase their work at the world's greatest flower show.
Jonathon Downes
Apr 10, 20243 min read

Time is Running Out to Register for National Florist Day
Take part in this brand new awareness day for our industry
Caroline Marshall-Foster
Apr 10, 20243 min read


Can you Advise Wigan and Leigh College on their New Floristry Apprenticeship?
The college is seeking guidance from established local florists.
Jonathon Downes
Mar 27, 20242 min read


Turning Floral Waste into Growth - Introducing COM:POST
The floristry industry has long been grappling with its environmental impact. For an industry based around a natural product, its carbon...
Hannah Martin & Fiona Knowlton
Mar 20, 20242 min read


Seasonal flowers in the UK: British Grown flowers for Spring Summer Autumn & Winter
Su Whale's comprehensive guide to choosing and using UK-grown flowers and foliage.
Su Whale
Mar 4, 202411 min read