How to Celebrate Advent
Create an advent event in your shop to generate some sales before Christmas kicks in. Su Whale provides some design inspiration.
Su Whale
Jan 1, 20242 min read
South African Stars
Su Whale sings the praises of native South African flowers that become the stars of the show at this time of year.
Su Whale
Dec 8, 20232 min read
Seasonal Foliage - Christmas Greens
Looking for something other than holly and spruce? Here are some alternative foliage suggestions to see you through the season.
Su Whale
Dec 5, 20233 min read
Cymbidium Orchids
Cymbidium orchids are prized for their colour range, elegance and long vase life. Su Whale shares her tips on caring for and using them.
Su Whale
Nov 30, 20233 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
Bart Hassam: Designing with Foliage
Australian floral designer Bart Hassam was Interflora World Cup winner in 2019, triumphing at the competition in Philadelphia.
Su Whale
Nov 6, 20232 min read
Firework Flowers
Expert florist Su Whale shares her pick of the best colourful, seasonal blooms to cheer up even the dullest of November days.
Su Whale
Nov 2, 20232 min read
Eco friendly confetti
Inspired by Confetti Club London, we dig deeper in how to recycle flowers into natural confetti.
Su Whale
Oct 25, 20232 min read
Going Green: Floral Foam
The floristry industry needs to find sustainable alternatives to floral foam. Su Whale investigates what's available.
Su Whale
Oct 19, 20232 min read
Designing Floral Installations without Using Floral Foam
There were some pretty amazing florals decorating the World Cup in Manchester; every one was constructed without using floral foam
Su Whale
Oct 4, 20232 min read
Seasonal Flowers & Foliage for September
An at-a-glance guide to flowers and foliage at their best in September and October
Su Whale
Aug 31, 20233 min read
Large leaved Houseplants
These tropical houseplants will provide welcome shade and give a jungle vibe to conservatories or courtyards.
Su Whale
Aug 15, 20232 min read
Summer Climbers - Glory Lily, Bougainvillea and more
recreate a slice of that feel good summer sunshine by stocking vibrant summer climbers such as Bougainvillea and Gloriosa.
Su Whale
Aug 10, 20232 min read
Edible Flowers
Edible flowers add colour and texture to dishes and drinks. Su Whale recommends the ones to use.
Su Whale
Aug 9, 20232 min read
Hibiscus: the Secret to their Success
Su Whale shares her care and conditioning tips for this exotic houseplant.
Su Whale
Aug 7, 20232 min read
