Bee-friendly Flowers
Bees are in decline, so its up to the floristry industry to do our bit by promoting bee-friendly plants. Su Whale explains more.
Su Whale
Jul 6, 20222 min read
Let Loose with Scissors: Once you get the bug….
Su Whale gets to the heart of what makes competition floristry so special, and looks forward to an exciting final.
Su Whale
Jul 1, 20221 min read
Put the vibe into your houseplants – Chelsea Style!
Su Whale shimmies into the funktastic world of houseplants on display in the Chelsea Flower Show's Houseplant Studios!
Su Whale
Jun 13, 20222 min read
Chelsea in Bloom 2022: British Icons and Destination Displays
Su Whale marvels at the fabulous floristry talent and creativity that is Chelsea in Bloom.
Su Whale
Jun 2, 20222 min read
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022: Tablescapes – the next big thing?
Su Whale takes a look at some of the stunning floral tablescapes competing for a medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
Su Whale
Jun 1, 20222 min read
Seasonal Foliage: Silver, nature’s way.
Silvery foliage for designs has never been so relevant as we celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Su Whale finds some of the best.
Su Whale
May 23, 20222 min read
Let Loose with Scissors: It’s time for a plant health check!
Its time to wake up your houseplants for the summer season. Su Whale tells you how.
Su Whale
May 20, 20222 min read
Going Green: Vase Hygiene and Flower Food
Good housekeeping s essential to keep flowers and foliage fresh and in good condition. Su Whale guides us through hygiene best practice.
Su Whale
Apr 18, 20222 min read
Seasonal Foliage: Getting the Blues
Su Whale helps you choose the best blue-grey foliage for all your floristry work.
Su Whale
Apr 10, 20222 min read
Houseplant Styling: Classy Plants for Conservatories
Get the garden vibe in the conservatory with striking foliage and flowering houseplants. Su Whale suggests the best choices.
Su Whale
Apr 7, 20222 min read
Let Loose with Scissors: Fabulous Forsythia
Its early spring and Forsythia is enjoying its brief moment in the spotlight. Su Whale explains how to make the most of it in floristry work
Su Whale
Mar 25, 20221 min read
Florist File: Kara Halford
Su Whale chats to the super-talented owner of The Artisan Floral Studio in Southampton, an enthusiastic competitor and florist .
Su Whale
Mar 15, 20223 min read
My Working Week: Georgia Miles from The Sussex Flower School
Su Whale chats with Georgia Miles from the Sussex Flower School about flower sourcing, teaching and that all important work/life balance.
Su Whale
Mar 8, 20222 min read
Building Your Wedding Business
Weddings are an essential part of a florists’ portfolio so its important to make the most of this business opportunity.
Su Whale
Mar 3, 20224 min read
Spring Cleaning: All it takes is one banana!
Spring cleaning is on the horizon for Su Whale, not just for the home, but for the plants that live in it as well.
Su Whale
Feb 18, 20222 min read
