

Competition Floristry: Tips for Competing
Taking part in competitions is a great way to show off your skills as a professional florist.

UK Floristry Judges Guild
Aug 24, 20233 min read


Floristry at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023
Su Whale explores the medal-winning floristry at RHS Chelsea 2023.

Su Whale
Jun 1, 20234 min read


Book Review: Floristry Competitions - The Ultimate Guide
Su Whale reviews the definitive guide to floristry competitions, recently updated by author Lynda Owen and reissued.

Su Whale
Aug 11, 20222 min read


Let Loose with Scissors: Once you get the bug….
Su Whale gets to the heart of what makes competition floristry so special, and looks forward to an exciting final.

Su Whale
Jul 1, 20221 min read


Put the vibe into your houseplants – Chelsea Style!
Su Whale shimmies into the funktastic world of houseplants on display in the Chelsea Flower Show's Houseplant Studios!

Su Whale
Jun 13, 20222 min read


Chelsea in Bloom 2022: British Icons and Destination Displays
Su Whale marvels at the fabulous floristry talent and creativity that is Chelsea in Bloom.

Su Whale
Jun 2, 20222 min read


RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022: Tablescapes – the next big thing?
Su Whale takes a look at some of the stunning floral tablescapes competing for a medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Su Whale
Jun 1, 20222 min read


RHS Chelsea : The world's most famous flower show
The world’s greatest flower show returns in spring with stunning garden designs, gorgeous floral displays and endless shopping...

Nicole Moore
May 19, 20222 min read


UK Floristry Judges Guild: The Competitor Journey
The Interflora, Online Photographic Floristry Heats closed at midday Monday 31st January, the judging has commenced....

Nicole Moore
Feb 7, 20221 min read


Florist File: Lizzie Newcombe
Su Whale meets professional florist and award-winning competitor Lizzie Newcombe from The Botanical Company in Surrey.

Su Whale
Jan 19, 20223 min read


Florist File: Hannah Beckley
Su Whale catches up with florist Hannah Beckley, still only 20 years old but already a multiple medal winner.

Su Whale
Dec 10, 20212 min read


Competition Floristry: What the judges are looking for
Top UK floristry judge Karen Barnes explains more about the knowledge and skills a judge must bring to the judging process.

Karen Barnes
Oct 14, 20213 min read


Competition Floristry: How to become a successful competitor
Taking part in floristry competitions is incredible and results in so many positive learnings, opportunities and friendships.

Karen Barnes
Sep 30, 20213 min read







