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43 ways to make Christmas even better
It’s just over 40 days till Christmas Day. But are you really ready or are you still mulling y...
Read MoreWaitrose axes online flower delivery service
Waitrose, the upmarket supermarket division of the John Lewis Partnership, closed its online gift bo...
Read MoreLowest carbon footprint roses from Porta Nova
Porta Nova introduced its greenest rose, the Red Naomi Futura at the recent Aalsmeer Trade Show. Bas...
Read MorePrestige and Flowerline merge for online growth
Prestige Flowers, the UK’s most reviewed online florist, has merged with Flowerline, a prominent flo...
Read MoreJoseph Massie ... a man with a mission to win and help
I first met Joseph Massie back in 2005 when, as an enthusiastic 17 year old, he’d volunteered to hel...
Read MoreInstitute of Flowers goes live in Ireland!
It’s been two weeks since the new Institute of Flowers was officially launched by MEP Maria Walsh in...
Read MoreKirsty Noble ... a Champion newcomer with style!
She’s only 25 but Kirsty Noble has already achieved more than many. A natural live wire, she d...
Read MoreYounger buyers willing to pay extra for sustainability
A new study has revealed that demand for sustainable products is higher than ever and that the new g...
Read MoreAcquisition gives MM dominant role in Tulips
MM Flowers, a major supplier to the supermarket sector, has acquired Poplar Farm Flowers, the larges...
Read MoreCoventry University address sustainable packaging
Coventry University is leading a project to reduce plastic, packaging and waste in the British cut-f...
Read MorePowerhouse Florist takes top prize for second time!
She is a force of nature … five kids, a massively busy shop which sits in the very top percentile of...
Read MoreSuccessful tour for Turkish growers
Following a tour of the UK, 10 Turkish growers have returned to their farms with a greater understan...
Read MoreWelch The Florist Receives Recognition
Welch the florist, a fifth-generation family business from Nottingham, has been awarded 'Highly Comm...
Read MoreFirst Cheshire florist gains SWA accreditation
Jacqui Owen, a leading wedding and event florist based in Nantwich, is thrilled to announce that the...
Read MoreSustainability Award for Booker Flowers and Gifts
Booker Flowers and Gifts in Liverpool are proud to have been recognised nationally as a business who...
Read MoreAlexandra Farms Design winners announced
It's time to reveal the winners of the Alexandra Farms 2024 Garden Rose Design Contest. Held a...
Read MoreNew voice for professional florists in Ireland
There’s exciting news for Irish florists with the announcement that the Institute of Flowers, the on...
Read MoreSmithers-Oasis UK Wins BFA Sundries Supplier of the Year
It was a night to remember for Smithers-Oasis UK when they took the title Sundries Supplier of the Y...
Read MoreKirsty Noble scoops Newcomer Title
It was a roller coaster couple of weeks for Kirsty Noble when at the end of September, she became th...
Read MoreJoe Massie becomes BFA Florist of the Year
The end of September saw six fabulous finalists go head-to-head in a gruelling series of challenges....
Read MoreIndustry and Training Award Winners celebrated
As part of Fleurex, the BFA celebrate the industry with a series of Awards. Launched earlier t...
Read MoreNew Alliance for Good Florist Guide
As the only ‘by appointment’ kitemark of quality Good Florist Guide has, for 25 years, been consider...
Read MoreTurkish Flower Industry Begins Strategic UK tour
The Turkish Ministry of Trade has announced that a delegation of top-tier cut flower suppliers will ...
Read MoreTwo new faces for Good Florist Guide Council
As part of its ongoing development Good Florist Guide has appointed two new members to the GFG Counc...
Read MoreLove is Blind florals revealed!
Even if you haven’t watched it (we admit we did get a bit hooked) you’ll want to know who did the fl...
Read MoreAre we dragging ourselves down?
After the buzz of being at the Miami based SAF Convention and being surrounded by people investing b...
Read MoreFinalists announced for 2024 BFA Awards
Over the last few weeks, it’s been about the public vote for the British Florist Association Industr...
Read MoreAutumn ... time to get the marketing sorted!
Doing the Hustle is not the preserve of the dance floor ... it's an essential part of business if yo...
Read MoreConstance Spry advice in her original words.
Back in July 1949 the very first edition of Florist & Landscape Gardener appeared with an articl...
Read MoreResounding success for first National Florist Day
The UK led the way with the first ever National Florist Day on June 8th and it was fantastic! ...
Read MoreFinal 100 Faces of Floristry Announced
As part of the inaugral National Florist Day, the nominations for the first ever Face of Floristry A...
Read MoreFlower Council link Flower Effect with NFD
We all know that flowers have a postive effect. They bring a smile to our faces and give us an energ...
Read MoreFaces of Floristry … the shortlist in full!
It was designed to be a way of sharing the love, highlighting anyone in the industry (not just flori...
Read MoreNational Florist Day launches in style
Thanks to the amazing support of Philip Hammond, head florist at The Dorchester Hotel, London and th...
Read MoreFlorists bunch together for first National Florist Day
Flower Power is unique; goose bump inducing blooms that are used to celebrate every single life even...
Read MoreGlobal sensation Fleurs de Villes returns to Edinburgh
Fleurs de Villes, the world-renowned floral show behind international blockbuster exhibitions in cit...
Read MoreBrand new Virtuoso® Scabiosa from Marginpar
Not only a supercool product shot but an oh so gorgeous flowers as well. But then Marginpar ad...
Read MoreBritish Florist Association Hubs kick off in Glasgow
The BFA are excited to announce that their first Hub of 2024 will take place at Country Baskets in G...
Read MoreFlower price drops as flower duty suspended
It’s been announced that following requests from UK companies and with the help of Union Fleurs, imp...
Read MoreMoreton Morrell off to Chelsea Flower Show!
A Warwickshire college will be the only college to put on a display at the world’s greatest flower s...
Read MoreFlower Council of Holland join National Florist Day
In another major step for the project, the Flower Council of Holland (FCH) have come on board to the...
Read MoreSmithers-Oasis UK Unveils Latest Big Green Plan
Smithers-Oasis UK, leading provider of floral design products, has proudly announced the latest upda...
Read MorePositive vote to support Flower Council of Holland
Following the 78% vote from growers to support a new funding model for the Flower Council of Holland...
Read MoreBlooming breakthrough on Hydro plants
Evolve Flowers Ltd, specialist wholesaler, and British flower experts, proudly announce a strategic ...
Read MoreBold new brand platform for Interflora
Interflora, has unveiled its new brand platform, Say More, as part of its wider plans to pivot the b...
Read MoreFleurex moves to Nottingham in September
The British Florist Association have just announced the dates for their annual show which has moved ...
Read MoreThree new Collections for Mother’s Day!
Get ready to meet your new floral design favourites! Because OASIS® Floral Products has launched thr...
Read MoreBeware price comparisons! Make sure it’s a like for like!
We know there have been some scary price rises this week – especially on White Double – but it is a ...
Read MoreGreen light for EU Sustainability scheme
Consumers and trade across Europe are increasingly demanding demonstrably verifiable sustainably gro...
Read MoreTop win for London wholesale market
New Covent Garden Market (NCGM), which sells fruit, vegetables, flowers and plants, has been named B...
Read MorePrepare for take off at Valentine's
In a story that could bring joy (or horror!) to florists, transport service company Gopher emphasise...
Read MoreAfrican imports .. helping people and planet
As the flower industry enters the peaks of Valentine's and Mother's Day an important piece of resear...
Read MoreShow the difference ... help customers choose
We’ve all had it … the customer who harrumphs that they “can get cheaper in my local supermarket”.&n...
Read MoreStephanie Harris joins Good Florist Guide Council
She’s been a member for 8 years, has two shops in Essex and late last year became the Retail Florist...
Read MoreDancing tulip named for top Dutch DJ
Crowds gathered in Amsterdam's Museumplein Square today to celebrate National Tulip Day where not on...
Read MoreInstant Reaction to National Florist Day – all systems go!
The story first broke on Monday 15th that the UK was to hold the very first National Florist Day and...
Read MoreWhat are your three words for 2024?
Personally, we're not sure one - or even three words would sum up our plans and hopes for 2024.
...
Read MoreNew Lisianthus book good enough to eat
The new Lisianthus book 'Lisianthus - The Secret Ingredient' is out now! Launched during the N...
Read MoreRoyal visit for inaugural Winter event
Thursday 7 December saw Her Majesty, The Queen open the Garden Museum’s Winter Flowers Week. R...
Read MoreEssential Tech tips for Christmas
As if you haven't got enough to do! What with producing a zillion wreaths, wondering if you'll...
Read MoreMilestones and Changes At Waterdrinker
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in November 2023, the company founded by Jaap Waterdrinker started ...
Read MoreBreast cancer fighting florist on a mission
One of Poole’s best-known florists has launched a personal year-long ‘mission’ to help a local cance...
Read MoreSimon Lycett to Teach BBC Maestro Course
Simon Lycett, florist to the stars, Royalty and regular TV presenter, is the latest name to join BBC...
Read MoreBFA Industry Award winners announced at Floricon
At the evening bash during their Floricon event, held earlier this month, the British Florist Associ...
Read MoreProflora … full of confidence and surprises
It may have been forced to take a long break because of Covid but the gap didn’t just give the organ...
Read MoreProflora … back with an essence of confidence
It’s four years since I headed off to Colombia for the Proflora exhibition and a series of farm visi...
Read MoreNature-inspired pop-up opens in central London
A plant-filled paradise will offer a natural respite for busy city-goers when a new experiential pop...
Read MoreUK florists join in USA Petal it Forward campaign
Thirteen members of Good Florist Guide have linked up with the Society of American Florists to join ...
Read MoreGood Florist Guide creates Member Council
Whilst GFG may be a private company it really is all about the members and why it has decided to cre...
Read MoreFleurs de Villes comes back to Edinburgh
Fleurs de Villes, the world-renowned floral show behind international blockbuster exhibitions in cit...
Read MorePost Covid drop for 1-800-FLOWERS.COM.INC
Like many companies in the flower and gift sector, American company 1-800 has reported a drop in sal...
Read MoreCraft and Design Fest at Leeds Castle
It’s been a while since we’ve reported flowery happenings at the oh so gorgeous Leeds Castle but on ...
Read MoreBlue Chrysanthemums a reality
They are known the world round for the oh so gorgeous Carnations which come in a whole host of blues...
Read MoreProflora - back and even better!
After a four-year break due to the pandemic Proflora, the premier international flower trade show, i...
Read MoreCatey’s flying the UK flag at Eurofleurs
She has no idea what flowers she will be working with, and her excess luggage allowance is HUGE but ...
Read MoreOASIS® Floral Products at Interflora World Cup
OASIS® Floral Products, the most recognised and trusted brand in the floral industry, are delighted ...
Read MoreThe world is coming to UK ... don't miss out!
The Interflora World Cup is literally a one of a kind, lifetime experience and, for the very first t...
Read MoreFleuramour cancelled ... Fleur Creatif closes
We are sad to report that the amazing FleurAmour, scheduled for September, will not happen and that ...
Read MoreWatch out for Interflora World Cup Scams
You know an event is on target to be a success when people start creating false pages on social medi...
Read MoreIndustry Award nominees announced
Following the period for nominations and having verified the nominees the shortlist is now confirmed...
Read MoreFlower Council of Holland reprieve ... work continues
After intense discussion, an agreement has been reached to continuing the funding for Flower Council...
Read MorePaper Studio relaunches Flower Card Company
For many years the watercolour paintings of well-established artist Caroline Crawford have been turn...
Read MoreNew sea facility for Kenya from Chrysal
Keeping flowers fresh during transport and reducing the environmental impact is one of the main chal...
Read MorePlants to the Rescue in #plantsatworkweek2023
An ambulance makes an appearance at the Oxford Business Park. Everyone is keen to know who’s in need...
Read MoreDirect2florist sponsors WorldSkills UK heats
Direct2florist, the business that connects flower senders directly with the world’s leading independ...
Read MoreRHS to open houseplant shop in Bluewater
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is delighted to announce that it will open its first ever stan...
Read MoreBloomlocal in £2.2 million liquidation
Bloomlocal Group Ltd, set up by Florismart founder Steve France to sell flowers via local florists a...
Read MoreFloral Fundamentals Open Days are Go!
If you haven’t made plans for next weekend (24/25 June) then why not make a flying visit to The Neth...
Read MoreWorkshops now booking at Interflora World Cup
As well as getting the chance to watch the world's best florists compete to the theme of 'Our Natura...
Read MoreGold and Best in Show announced for Chelsea '23
It takes months to prepare an entry for the Chelsea Flower Show and then you have the agonising wait...
Read MoreWho would you make a Chelsea winner?
The judging is about to happen at the 2023 RHS Chelsea Flower Show but before the winners are announ...
Read MoreHistoric Garden goes on film for Chelsea in Bloom
Chelsea Physic Garden, acknowledged as one of the most well-respected botanical gardens in the world...
Read MorePartnership power helps flower farmers flourish
The flower industry must embrace both bilateral and multi-stakeholder partnerships if it is to find ...
Read MoreBelgravia goes ‘Into the Wild’ with LFT
Belgravia in Bloom is partnering with conservation charity London Wildlife Trust to celebrate this y...
Read MoreFlorist to the rich and famous shares her secrets
Ever wondered how some florists get the BIG gigs. Always wanted to make it to TV.? Wondering i...
Read MoreRoyal FloraHolland show 8% drop in 2022 sales
Whilst they may have broken the 5 billion euro barrier for the second year (5.2 billion euros) sales...
Read MoreBookers Flowers help Ukraine at Eurovision
To celebrate The Eurovision Song Contest, which this year is being held in Liverpool, Booker Flowers...
Read MoreSophie crowned Flower Market coronation winner
Sophie Powell of Unidentified Floral Object (UFLO) was the winner of this morning’s Crowning Glory c...
Read MoreFlowers from the Farm gift Coronation flowers
Scented, spring cut flowers grown by members of Flowers from the Farm across the United Kingdom are ...
Read MoreWho are the florists at Chelsea Flower Show '23
This year, floristry and floral design in the Great Pavilion has been revamped with florists competi...
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43 ways to make Christmas even better
It’s just over 40 days till Christmas Day. But are you really ready or are you still mulling your...
Waitrose axes online flower delivery service
Waitrose, the upmarket supermarket division of the John Lewis Partnership, closed its online gift...
Lowest carbon footprint roses from Porta Nova
Porta Nova introduced its greenest rose, the Red Naomi Futura at the recent Aalsmeer Trade Show....
Prestige and Flowerline merge for online growth
Prestige Flowers, the UK’s most reviewed online florist, has merged with Flowerline, a prominent...
Joseph Massie ... a man with a mission to win and help
I first met Joseph Massie back in 2005 when, as an enthusiastic 17 year old, he’d volunteered to...
Institute of Flowers goes live in Ireland!
It’s been two weeks since the new Institute of Flowers was officially launched by MEP Maria Walsh...
Kirsty Noble ... a Champion newcomer with style!
She’s only 25 but Kirsty Noble has already achieved more than many. A natural live wire, she...
Younger buyers willing to pay extra for sustainability
A new study has revealed that demand for sustainable products is higher than ever and that the new...
Acquisition gives MM dominant role in Tulips
MM Flo wers, a major supplier to the supermarket sector, has acquired Poplar Farm Flowers, the...
Coventry University address sustainable packaging
Coventry University is leading a project to reduce plastic, packaging and waste in the British...
Powerhouse Florist takes top prize for second time!
She is a force of nature … five kids, a massively busy shop which sits in the very top percentile...
Successful tour for Turkish growers
Following a tour of the UK, 10 Turkish growers have returned to their farms with a greater...
Welch The Florist Receives Recognition
Welch the florist, a fifth-generation family business from Nottingham, has been awarded 'Highly...
First Cheshire florist gains SWA accreditation
Jacqui Owen, a leading wedding and event florist based in Nantwich, is thrilled to announce that...
Sustainability Award for Booker Flowers and Gifts
Booker Flowers and Gifts in Liverpool are proud to have been recognised nationally as a business...
Alexandra Farms Design winners announced
It's time to reveal the winners of the Alexandra Farms 2024 Garden Rose Design Contest. Held...
New voice for professional florists in Ireland
There’s exciting news for Irish florists with the announcement that the Institute of Flowers, the...
Smithers-Oasis UK Wins BFA Sundries Supplier of the Year
It was a night to remember for Smithers-Oasis UK when they took the title Sundries Supplier of the...
Kirsty Noble scoops Newcomer Title
It was a roller coaster couple of weeks for Kirsty Noble when at the end of September, she became...
Joe Massie becomes BFA Florist of the Year
The end of September saw six fabulous finalists go head-to-head in a gruelling series of...
Industry and Training Award Winners celebrated
As part of Fleurex, the BFA celebrate the industry with a series of Awards. Launched earlier this...
New Alliance for Good Florist Guide
As the only ‘by appointment’ kitemark of quality Good Florist Guide has, for 25 years, been...
Turkish Flower Industry Begins Strategic UK tour
The Turkish Ministry of Trade has announced that a delegation of top-tier cut flower suppliers...
Two new faces for Good Florist Guide Council
As part of its ongoing development Good Florist Guide has appointed two new members to the GFG...
Love is Blind florals revealed!
Even if you haven’t watched it (we admit we did get a bit hooked) you’ll want to know who did the...
Are we dragging ourselves down?
After the buzz of being at the Miami based SAF Convention and being surrounded by people investing...
Finalists announced for 2024 BFA Awards
Over the last few weeks, it’s been about the public vote for the British Florist Association...
Autumn ... time to get the marketing sorted!
Doing the Hustle is not the preserve of the dance floor it's an essential part of business if...
Constance Spry advice in her original words.
Back in July 1949 the very first edition of Florist & Landscape Gardener appeared with an article...
Resounding success for first National Florist Day
The UK led the way with the first ever National Florist Day on June 8 th and it was fantastic!...
Final 100 Faces of Floristry Announced
As part of the inaugral National Florist Day, the nominations for the first ever Face of Floristry...
Flower Council link Flower Effect with NFD
We all know that flowers have a postive effect. They bring a smile to our faces and give us an...
Faces of Floristry … the shortlist in full!
It was designed to be a way of sharing the love, highlighting anyone in the industry (not just...
National Florist Day launches in style
Thanks to the amazing support of Philip Hammond, head florist at The Dorchester Hotel, London and...
Florists bunch together for first National Florist Day
Flower Power is unique; goose bump inducing blooms that are used to celebrate every single life...
Global sensation Fleurs de Villes returns to Edinburgh
Fleurs de Villes, the world-renowned floral show behind international blockbuster exhibitions in...