Karen Barnes
2 days ago4 min read
Weddings : The importance of creating trust between you and your client
Expert florist and industry consultant Karen Barnes explains the importance of a professional wedding consultation.
Su Whale
Jan 162 min read
Seasonal Foliage: A Hint of Spring
The tentative first buds of spring are starting to show, time to shake off the pine needles and holly berries and embrace the new season.
Su Whale
Dec 5, 20243 min read
Hippeastrum featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Su Whale shares some essential facts about Hippeastrum, surely the most flamboyant of Christmas flowers.
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
Nov 28, 20243 min read
Seasonal Houseplant: Perfect Poinsettia featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Christmas wouldn’t be the same without a cheerful poinsettia. Learn how to make the most of them here.
Su Whale
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Eryngium featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Su Whale celebrates St Andrew's Day using Eryngium as a handy substitute for thistles!
Jonathon Downes
Mar 27, 20242 min read
Can you Advise Wigan and Leigh College on their New Floristry Apprenticeship?
The college is seeking guidance from established local florists.
Su Whale
Nov 30, 20233 min read
Cymbidium Orchids
Cymbidium orchids are prized for their colour range, elegance and long vase life. Su Whale shares her tips on caring for and using them.
Jackie Whittaker
Nov 24, 20232 min read
Floristry Students Honoured at Awards
England and Northern Ireland’s first ever Land-based & Environment Learner Awards were held at Reaseheath College in Cheshire this week.
Su Whale
Oct 23, 20233 min read
Get Cosy with Autumn Foliage - Cotinus & Cordyline
It’s not just trees that glow at this time of year, some garden shrubs are capable of doing the same, and for me, Cotinus, or Smoke Tree....
Jackie Whittaker
Mar 24, 20234 min read
World-Class Workshops at the Interflora World Cup
See internationally acclaimed floral designers in action and take part in their inspirational workshops at the Interflora World Cup.
Jackie Whittaker
Feb 6, 20233 min read
National Apprenticeship Week 6th – 12th Feb
'Skills for Life' is the theme of National Apprenticeship Week 2023.
Karen Barnes
Nov 4, 20224 min read
Planning and Creating Large Floral Installations
Leading floral industry consultant Karen Barnes offers top tips on making floral installations successful and profitable.
Su Whale
Oct 26, 20221 min read
Autumn Flowers for Creative Designs
Su Whales suggests the best flowers, foliage and berries in shades of orange, purple and black to reflect the seasonal month ahead.
Eco Flower Supplies
Oct 10, 20223 min read
The Power of Print Marketing
Take a fresh look at printed marketing materials and learn how powerful they can be in promoting your business.
