

The Romance of Colour
Forget red for Valentine's and embrace pastel shades instead, with inspiration from Su Whale.

Su Whale
Feb 7, 20252 min read


Fair Maids of February - Snowdrops
Su celebrates the joy of snowdrops as we head from winter into spring.

Su Whale
Feb 5, 20252 min read


Anything but Roses! Featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Looking for creative alternatives to roses for Valentine's Day? Su Whale offers her suggestions.

Su Whale
Jan 28, 20254 min read


Bridal Mood Board: Toffee and Tan
Brown, in all its tones, tints and shades, is big news for wedding floristry. Here's our pick of the best stems and varieties to choose.

Su Whale
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Let Loose with Scissors: Keeping Hyacinths Happy
Now that hyacinths are back in season, Su Whale shares her tips for using them successfully in floristry work.

Su Whale
Jan 23, 20252 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
Jan 16, 20252 min read


Chrysanthemums featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
In 2021 the Netherlands exported around €470 million worth of Chrysanthemums, making them the second highest grossing flower, outsold only by roses. And that trend continues today, due partly to the versatility and reliability of this hard working flower, their myriad uses in the flower industry and the huge range of colours, shapes and forms which is continuingly being developed.

Su Whale
Jan 13, 20252 min read


Anthurium featuring Floristry Tips From Su Whale
With over 600 varieties there are unlimited possibilities.

Su Whale
Jan 10, 20252 min read


A Rose by Any Other Name
Viv Bradford introduces the best red roses for Valentine's Day.

Viv Bradford
Jan 9, 20253 min read


January's Floral Stars
Su Whale recommends the best and most reliable stems for January floristry.

Su Whale
Jan 6, 20252 min read


Caring for Tropical Flowers in Cold Weather
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
Jan 2, 20252 min read


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

Su Whale
Dec 16, 20242 min read


The History of Poinsettia - National Poinsettia Day
12th December is National Poinsettia Day. To get everyone excited and boost sales at New Covent Garden Flower Market and beyond, houseplant styling expert Dr. Susanne Lux from Stars for Europe (SfE) is sharing some cool insights about a plant that's been a Christmas staple for ages. The Christmas Star, or Poinsettia, with their star-shaped bracts, are as iconic during the holiday season as Christmas trees, Advent calendars, gifts, and cards for many. Dr. Lux dives into how th

Jonathon Downes
Dec 12, 20242 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 28, 20243 min read


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

Su Whale
Nov 22, 20242 min read




