

Choosing Houseplants for Easter
Su Whale shares her pick of the plants for a pretty, flowering Easter display inside or out.

Su Whale
Apr 82 min read


Are we Encouraging the Next Generation of Florists?
I fell in love with flowers as a little girl, I was fascinated by their colours, their scents, the myriad of shapes and when my Auntie...

Viv Bradford
Apr 83 min read


Doncaster College Floristry Department Selected for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025
Doncaster College is thrilled to announce that its Floristry department has been selected to exhibit at the world-renowned Chelsea Flower...

Doncaster College
Apr 72 min read


Retail Guide: Keeping your Shop Clean
When was the last time you took a really close look at the inside of your shop and workroom?

Jackie Whittaker
Mar 114 min read


Mother's Day: Planning for Success
While we all hope for a trouble-free Mother’s Day weekend, it can’t be guaranteed, so here's how to plan ahead for a successful day.

Jackie Whittaker
Mar 33 min read


Mother's Day Inspiration
Embrace pink for Mother's Day and get inspired to create your own tempting bouquets and arrangements.

Jackie Whittaker
Feb 271 min read


International Women’s Day – a Unique Sales Opportunity
Tuesday 8th March is International Women’s Day and a great marketing opportunity to generate more business.

Jackie Whittaker
Feb 263 min read


Looking After the Pennies: a Florist's Guide
Experienced florist and business owner Karen Barnes offers her advice on managing your florist finances.

Karen Barnes
Feb 134 min read


Delightful Daffodils - Fragrant Narcissus featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Su Whale explains how to care for and condition narcissi for cheerful spring displays.

Su Whale
Feb 114 min read


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

Su Whale
Feb 72 min read


Smithers Oasis Announce New Eco-Friendly Floral Foam Launch
US-based Smithers Oasis has announced the launch of a new plant-based floral foam, called OASIS® Renewal™ Floral Foam. OASIS® Renewal™...

Jackie Whittaker
Jan 312 min read


Happy Chinese New Year!
Follow Su Whale's guide to flowers and plants symbolic of Chinese New Year.

Su Whale
Jan 292 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 284 min read


Making a Difference with Sustainable Devices
This blog is brought to you from the Club Perks Sustainability Hub, which has been developed to provide you with products and services that reduce your environmental impact, whilst also saving you money . Learn more about Club Perks here With technology being a part of our everyday lives, it's important to put sustainability into practice where we can. In this blog, Dell talks about how they are incorporating sustainability into their technology and processes.

Dell Technologies
Jan 284 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 282 min read







