

Should I Use a Business Coach?
In my world, yes absolutely! A business coach can provide so much benefit to any business. When it comes to florists, it’s important to recognise that we can be so caught up in the day to day running of our business, that it can sometimes be difficult to "see the wood for the trees". My consultancy business has a constant flow of enquiries from florist owners who: have been in business for years but have lost sight of where they want the business to go. have staff concerns. w

Karen Barnes
Aug 1, 20244 min read


An Early Summer Centrepiece with Phoam
This tutorial, created by Joseph, will guide you to create an early summer centrepiece. With sustainability in mind, this design was made...

Joseph Massie
Jul 5, 20241 min read


The Business of Floristry
Our new series of videos, The Business of Floristry, bring insights in to the running of a florist business from our business guru, Karen Barnes. We start at the very beginning looking at what you will need to know when getting started, from the importance of a business plan, choosing a location through to selecting a name, logo and brand, plus so much more. If you have ever thought of starting your own floristry business, are looking to expand your current business or even j

Karen Barnes
Jun 20, 20248 min read


A Fresh Take on a Pin Holder by Joseph Massie
Discover a sustainable floral design technique with Joseph Massie's fresh take on a pin holder.

Joseph Massie
May 9, 20241 min read


The Sussex Flower School
The Sussex Flower School is one of only a handful of professional flower schools outside London and leads the way with interesting and...

Jonathon Downes
Mar 29, 20242 min read


Getting Your Winter Greens
Look beyond holly, spruce and pine to more unusual evergreens for Christmas displays. Su Whale shares her top picks from UK growers.

Su Whale
Jan 1, 20242 min read


Houseplants for Winter
Su Whale shares her tips for keeping houseplants looking their best through the winter months.

Su Whale
Nov 14, 20232 min read


Training College Spotlight: CAFRE
Northern Ireland's leading training provider for floristry offers a broad range of courses within purpose-built facilities.

Jonathon Downes
Sep 8, 20234 min read


Training College Spotlight: Coleg Cambria
Floristry training courses available from one of the largest colleges in the UK.

Jonathon Downes
Sep 7, 20233 min read


Training College Spotlight: Bishop Burton College
Bishop Burton College is a specialist land-based college which delivers first-class education and training at all levels.

Jonathon Downes
Sep 6, 20236 min read


Training College Spotlight: Moreton Morrell College
Part of the Warwickshire Colleges Group, learn what professional floristry training is on offer at Moreton Morrell College.

Jonathon Downes
Sep 5, 20234 min read


Selling Skills - The Power of Words
Reconsider your language and it could make all the difference to sales.
Florist Trainer
Sep 5, 20232 min read


Training College Spotlight: Reaseheath College
Reaseheath College's award-winning floristry department offers a range of professional courses to get your floristry career motoring.

Jonathon Downes
Sep 4, 20237 min read


Floristry Hack: Finding New Customers
Have you heard the saying “THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE” Well this can be true if you use this inexpensive idea...

Carol Parr
Sep 1, 20232 min read


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




