With over 600 varieties there are unlimited possibilities.

Viv Bradford introduces the best red roses for Valentine's Day.

Su Whale recommends the best and most reliable stems for January floristry.

For some, winter is all about armfuls of spruce and pine or boughs of holly and mistletoe, but for others, who prefer something a little more pared back, a few tastefully arranged tropical flowers will fit the bill. Although more expensive per stem than traditional flowers, fewer are required to make an impact and deliver that all important ‘wow’ factor.

Su Whale encourages us to embrace a soft colour palette of blue, white and green, as an antidote to the Christmas excess.

Christmas wouldn’t be the same without a cheerful poinsettia. Learn how to make the most of them here.

Su Whale celebrates St Andrew's Day using Eryngium as a handy substitute for thistles!

Su Whale celebrates the big, bold beauty of hydrangea and their many versatile uses in floristry.

Tall, colourful and perfect for showy arrangements, Gladioli are stars of the autumn flower scene.

It's not difficult to understand why the cut echeveria is becoming increasingly popular in Europe, especially in Germany, Austria and...

Dianthus, or carnations as they are universally known, are a little like Marmite, some people love them, some can happily live without them. They should be a firm favourite for all though, as they are utterly reliable, long-lasting and are grown in a huge spectrum of colours. They may not have the delicate charm of spring flowers, the wow factor of bold Hippeastrum or the heady perfume of lilies, but they suite every occasion and where would we be without them? Different Ty

There is more to organic flowers than just growing them without chemicals

The Gerbera barely needs introducing. Such a popular cut flower, surpassed only by the rose, carnation, chrysanthemum and tulip. There is a great variety of shapes and sizes available, in a wide range of colours covering much of the spectrum. Petals of a single flower can even have several different colours. The origin of the Gerbera lies in the tropical regions of Asia, Africa and South America. Gerbera care tips for the florist

Back to School? Ease the transition with plants The autumn term has begun with new timetables, new uniforms and clean classrooms. So how to best brighten up the bare walls of a new schoolroom? By adding plants, which will not only colour up blank spaces but provide welcome greenery, environmental advantages and also have a subtle educational element. When choosing and promoting plants that will appeal to children there are four things to bear in mind; shape, colour, ca

Summer is Sweet Pea season. Su Whale explains the origins of this fabulously fragrant flower and how best to care for it in floristry.