

Handling Customer Complaints
Take back control and help turn a negative situation into a positive customer experience with our 10 steps to successful...

Jackie Whittaker
Jan 16, 20253 min read


Valentine’s Day with a Difference
Creative plant transformations can provide you with some profitable pick up and go gifts for Valentine’s Day

Su Whale
Jan 14, 20252 min read


Training for Managers - How to Give Feedback
Being able to deliver objective, actionable feedback is an important part of any managers role. Learn how to handle the challenges feedback

Jackie Whittaker
Jan 14, 20254 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


Common Plant Problems: Botrytis
Learn how to identify and avoid this problematic fungal disease.

Su Whale
Jan 10, 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


3 Ways to Make Social Media Work For You
Discover top tips to help you make the most of social media, and tackle the issues of a lack of time, inclination, and knowledge. This article was first published in First Voice. Written by Vicky Laffey, Director, The Content Quarter. Keeping up with posting on social media can be a big stress for small business owners. Let’s face it, there are a million and one things that you’d rather be doing than thinking about what to post on your Facebook or Instagram page. You know you

Federation of Small Businesses
Jan 9, 20253 min read


Are you Charging Enough? Understanding Business Margins
Steph Gemson of TaxGem outlines how to calculate your business margins to make sure that you're being paid enough for products and...

Steph Gemson
Jan 8, 20255 min read


Employment Law Help from Croner
The government have announced 28 changes to employment law which will impact EVERY business in the UK. Navigating these changes can be complicated and getting it wrong could be costly and damaging. But don't worry – through Floristry Trade Club Business Membership you have a dedicated partnership with Croner to help your business navigate these changes. To learn more about The Club memberships please visit Join The Club Some of the changes include: Day one rights . The curren

Croner
Jan 7, 20252 min read


Valentine’s Day Window Displays for Your Shop
We want to see your Valentine’s Day Displays!

Jackie Whittaker
Jan 7, 20252 min read


How Your Business Can Deal with Late Payments
Sadly, late payments can be a big issue for small businesses, but there are steps you can take to deal with them and mitigate the effects. When a customer doesn’t pay, they’re hanging on to money that is rightfully yours. Chasing debt can be stressful for a small business owner, and unfortunately with a third of payments to small businesses being late, it’s an all-too-common occurrence. If you’re unsure where to begin, we’re here to guide you through the questions you might h

Federation of Small Businesses
Jan 6, 20254 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


Brassica featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
If cabbages make you think of school dinners, think again! For this versatile vegetable, otherwise known in floristry as the ornamental...

Su Whale
Jan 3, 20252 min read


Hoek Flowers x COM:POST UK Green Waste Collection
At Hoek flowers, we’re committed to sustainability, and we are constantly looking for ways to reduce our environmental impact while...

Hoek flowers
Jan 3, 20254 min read







