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

I am really tired, not just a little bit sleepy, the kind of tired that makes your bones ache and renders conversation beyond the grasp of a drowsy brain! I’ve been here once before and I ignored these signs that are busy waving red flags at me; that ended in a seven year break away from floristry and I thought that was me and the flowers done for good. Burnout is a real threat in this industry, I think it’s because we give so much of ourselves physically, creatively and emot

Master florist and Masterpieces ambassador Rieke of Milles Fleurs creates not only for weddings and events, but also for funeral and memorial services. In this article, she shares how she approaches this deeply meaningful work and what makes it so distinctive. Being a funeral florist is demanding, yet profoundly significant in moments of farewell. Flowers often play a quiet, yet essential role. My name is Rieke Rahlfes. I am a master florist and run my company, Milles Fleurs,

Su Whale enjoys the colour and scent of chocolate cosmos and shares her tips on using it in floristry work.

Warm weather could pave the way for colourful clouds of butterflies this summer - but scientists need public’s help to discover the full picture. Britain could be on the brink of a bumper summer of butterflies, with a warm, dry spring raising hopes of an abundant season ahead for some of the nation’s best-loved species. After 2024 delivered the worst results in the history of Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count and a butterfly emergency was declared, a sunnier 2025

As cybercrime continues to rise, businesses of all sizes are increasingly vulnerable to scams. From phishing to identity theft, discover how you can protect your small business against scams and fraud with our top tips. The number of scams designed to trick consumers into handing over their personal details and cash-in on current financial uncertainties has also been on the rise. Pension scams, travel scams, and fake charities are all among the methods fraudsters have been us

Karen Barnes is an expert at identifying and interpreting key seasonal trends and translating them into commercial opportunities for florists. Jump to: Karen's Hand Tied Summer Design in a Wicker Basket Asymmetrical Tropical Design Monochromatic Pink Design Staying ahead of seasonal trends is essential for any successful florist, and Summer 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet. Karen Barnes from the Interflora Floristry Trade Club explores the emerging “Wild

An attractive, delicate flower, Achillea has feathery foliage and slim stems topped with flattened clusters of small, daisy-like flowers. Sometimes overlooked as a cut flower, it is incredibly versatile, it’s long-lasting, it can be dried and dyed and is really easy to grow too. There are two varieties of Achillea grown as a cut flower: Achillea filipendulina Colour: Mustard yellow

When you’re busy running a business, you aren't staring at your social media follower count every single day. You’re focusing on inventory, clients, and day-to-day operations. Unless a metric completely craters overnight, major platform shifts can happen right under your nose without you ever realising it. But tracking the pulse of the digital landscape is exactly what we do. Recently, while diving into our end-of-month data analysis and examining social presence metrics acro

Let's face it – summer can be brutal on cut flowers. While sunshine brings weddings, garden parties and plenty of business through the door, it also brings soaring temperatures that can leave even the freshest blooms looking stressed. Not every florist has the luxury of a walk-in flower cooler, especially if you're working from a studio, home workshop or pop-up shop. But don't worry – plenty of experienced florists keep flowers looking fabulous all summer long with a few clev

Go tropical this season with our selection of the best five flowers and foliage for that statement summer look.

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Learn how ethical banking can benefit your small business. Discover responsible banking options, key considerations, and how to switch to an ethical bank. Where you choose to bank can have a bigger impact than you might think. Ethical banking ensures that your business finances align with your values, supporting sustainability, social responsibility, and transparency. For small businesses, ethical banking is about more than just avoiding harmful investments - it’s about activ

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.