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Inspirational People
Behind every inspirational piece of floral art or innovation in the industry are the exceptional people who came up with the idea and made it a reality. They push boundaries, creating new techniques and ways to work with flowers, or new approaches to changing ideas, fashions, and even flower varieties. Here is a look at some of the fabulous individuals who keep innovating in our sector and what they’re doing to keep us on our toes.


New Year’s Resolutions for Florists and Planning for the Year Ahead
Kick start the new year by making some business-based resolutions. Karen Barnes suggests how.

Karen Barnes
5 days ago4 min read


The Promise of a New Year
Top tips from Viv Bradford on getting the new year off to a flying start.

Viv Bradford
6 days ago3 min read


Hearts & Flowers: Valentine's Day Inspiration from Floral Fundamentals
If you'd love to create something new and unique for Valentine's Day but are lacking inspiration, take a look at these stunning designs, created by Floral Fundamentals' international team of florist Ambassadors. Creating and marketing your unique floral arrangements specifically for Valentine's Day can entice new customers to your business and help you stand out. Increase your visibility by showcasing your creativity on social media, through email marketing campaigns and coll

Jackie Whittaker
Dec 16, 20251 min read


Floristry Student of the Year Announced
Floristry student Maddy Morgan, from Moreton Morrell College in Warwickshire has become the latest recipient of the Further Education Learner of the Year award, presented at a dedicated awards ceremony held at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham. The Awards are organised by leading land-based training & qualification awarding body Lantra, and the representative body for land-based colleges and universities, Landex, with the aim of celebrating and rewarding the indust

Jackie Whittaker
Dec 9, 20251 min read


Have you Tuned into Bloomcast yet? New October Episode Out Now!
Interflora have launched a brand new podcast for florists - Bloomcast - relevant to everyone working in the floristry industry, not just...

Lauren Hackett
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Sustainable Floristry Innovation Award 2025
Newby Hall in Yorkshire once again hosted the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show and one of the key exhibits was from Interflora, showcasing...

Zara Taylor
Sep 23, 20257 min read


Meet the Winners of World Cup Floral Art 2025
Held in the prestigious surroundings of the World Forum in The Hague, this year's World Cup of Floral Art saw some outstanding work...

Jackie Whittaker
Sep 2, 20251 min read


World Cup Floral Art: Meet the Jury
No floristry competition can function without the expert input of a seasoned panel of judges, all highly trained and experienced in the...

Jackie Whittaker
Aug 22, 20252 min read


Cornish Florist Takes Top Honours in America
Image: Caroline Crabb/The Florist Magazine Bodmin-based Caroline Crabb is celebrating this week after winning first prize in the AIFD’s...

Jackie Whittaker
Jul 17, 20252 min read


My First Year at College: What I’ve Learnt About Working with Flowers
“How’s the floristry going?” is a question I get asked quite often, now that I’m 12 months into an 18-month course at Shipley College,...

Joanna Marshall
Jul 16, 20254 min read


The Florint World Cup of Floral Art 2025
The Florint World Championship in Floral Art 2025 will take place in The Hague, the political Capital of The Netherlands, from 28th –...

Jackie Whittaker
Jul 7, 20252 min read


Together we Grow: Marginpar and Chrysal Partnership
L onger vase life, less waste and flowers handled with care. That’s what our collaboration with Chrysal is all about. Because the better we work together, the stronger your floral work becomes. Think longer-lasting blooms, smart post-harvest treatments tailored to each variety, and innovations that reduce our environmental footprint. So what's in it for you as a florist? It’s simple: flowers that stay beautiful for longer mean happier customers and less waste. Thanks to: Tail

Helena van Achterberg
Jul 3, 20252 min read
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