Visit St Martin-in-the-Fields from Thursday 15th – Saturday 17th October 2026 for a flower-filled event being held as part of the 300th anniversary celebrations for this iconic church. This beautiful Georgian building has been dressed with flower displays created by UK and International designers, under the direction of Flower Festival Director, author and teacher Judith Blacklock. Visitors to the Flower Festival are greeted outside the doors by floral representations of the

Florist Kirsty Noble had to put all her knowledge and skill to work when she was selected to design one of Princess Diana’s iconic gowns for Fleur de Villes ‘DIANA’ exhibition. The hours spent and the organisational headache was worth it though when she picked up the award for the most Creative Design. So what is it like to be part of the Fleurs de Villes experience? The Trade Club caught up with Kirsty to find out more. How were you selected? My name was put forward to the o

The internationally renowned Flower Carpet project comes to the UK for the very first time, this weekend. This unique event has been created in collaboration with Tapis de fleurs de Bruxelles, the non-profit association who organise the Flower Carpet event at the Grand-Place in Brussels. The world renowned Flower Carpet has been a regular event in Belgium since the 1970s, and for this UK first, it will be created live and displayed in the gothic surrounds of Centenary Square

‘What message will I be giving out if I wear this?’ Diana, Princess of Wales to Jasper Conran. The message given out at Fleurs de Villes World Premier of ‘DIANA’ was that the skill and artistry of the florist is very much alive and well. Fleurs de Villes are renowned for their floral exhibitions in cities around the world. In support of the Diana Award, this celebration of fifteen of Princess Diana’s most iconic outfits, meticulously reimagined in flowers, was set against the

A London church regarded as a Baroque architectural masterpiece is set to be transformed into an extraordinary celebration of flowers, heritage and contemporary design this September. One of London’s most iconic churches, St Mary le Strand will be holdings its inaugural Jewel in the Strand Flower Festival from 22–24 September. The Grade I listed Baroque church, located on the pedestrianised Strand piazza beside King’s College London, Somerset House and The Courtauld, will bec

Floral Tablescapes elevate the dining experience to indulgent heights. Not judged for RHS Medals but eligible for unique RHS Sandringham Awards for Floristry chosen by Shane Connolly. Eat Your Greens Created by Carol Peacock This lush, meadow-inspired arrangement celebrates the beauty, abundance and versatility of edible plants. Sculptural loops of grasses, woven foliage and threaded berries are combined with seasonal vegetables, edible flowers and herbs, creating texture and

Floral Pedestals show off exceptional artistry on a small scale. Not judged for RHS Medals but eligible for unique RHS Sandringham Awards for Floristry chosen by Shane Connolly Full Bloom Created by Katie Gavaghan A display of colourful dried flowers and foliage is woven into a 3D wreath on a handmade, freestanding wooden base. The palette is inspired by a country garden in full bloom, with hues that intensify toward the centre, drawing the gaze through the beautiful composit

It may have been the middle of a heatwave, but that didn’t stop crowds of people attending the RHS’s new flower show at Badminton. This large country estate in South Gloucestershire is famous for its horse trials, but its grounds were filled this time with show gardens, trade stands and some fabulous florals. Floral Horse Jumps In recognition of Badminton’s equine credentials, the floristry students at City of Bristol College had lavishly decorated five full size horse jumps.

Love your houseplants? Need to know what’s trending? Chelsea Flower Show’s popular Houseplant Studios were the place to head for everything new and innovative in the world of indoor gardening. Now a permanent feature at the event, the plants are displayed in attractive wooden summer houses in a leafy corner of the showground. The six studios are practically gardens in their own right, as they take over not just the interior but the exterior too, allowing visitors to get the f

From Miniature to Magnificence You can guarantee that London’s Garden Museum’s annual celebration of British Flowers Week will always produce not just floral abundance but thought-provoking installations from designers who have delved deep into the brief. UK-Grown flowers for Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter This year, they were inspired by the Museum’s exhibit of the life of artist and gardener Cedric Morris. If his name is not familiar, some of the flowers that he grew may

When? 15th - 21st June Theme: Flowers for the Future What is British Flowers Week? The week is a celebration of the UK’s cut flower industry. Since its launch in 2013 by New Covent Garden Flower Market, it has grown in size and impact as consumers become more aware of the origins and sustainability of flowers. In 2024, Flowers from the Farm, a professional trade organisation for over 1000 independent growers, took over running this annual event. 2026 is the United Nations Int

Celebrating Chelsea Flower Show success – and it didn’t cost them a penny. There is more to Chelsea than just gorgeous blooms and perfect plants, an important part of the show is its educational element. That was certainly the message put across by the East Durham College whose student-led exhibit on the different types of tropism was a masterclass in design, execution and teamwork. Each year the RHS invites colleges to apply to be part of the floristry element in the Grea

Founded in 2013, British Flowers Week 2026 coincides with the United Nations' International Year of the Woman Farmer. Entrepreneurial women are at the forefront of the UK flower growing sector, which has impressive representation across the UK. This year, Flowers from the Farm has published new data that demonstrates the increased demand for British-grown flowers and continues to spotlight innovative growers through the British Flowers Week festival, which runs from 15th - 21

‘A laboratory of blooms exploring the connections between science and art’ This was an opportunity for floral designers and artists to be able to spread their creative wings, and the theme certainly gave them plenty of scope to present flora, plants and fungi in a challenging but also perceptive way. This category is not judged for medals but one display is chosen for an award by the RHS Floristry Ambassadors, Simon Lycett and Nikki Chapman. RHS Floristry Ambassadors Awa

‘Floral Laboratory’ was the imaginative theme for this year’s floristry competition, encouraging the participants to explore the relationship between flowers, science and art. They rose to the challenge magnificently. RHS Chelsea Florist of the Year & Gold Nature Magnified JL Floral Design Inspired by the minute detail of stem structures on microscope slides, Jade Loftus’ meticulous design highlighted and enlarged the unseen systems that underpin plant growth. Circular