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
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
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
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
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
Florist File Jay Cockett
Su Whale catches up with Jay Cockett, an award-winning florist based in Weymouth, Dorset....
Su Whale
Feb 11, 20223 min read
My Working Day: Valentine’s Day Delivery Driver
We often hear from florists about the challenges of Valentine's Day, but what about the deliver drivers? Brett Whale tells all!
Su Whale
Feb 3, 20222 min read
Florist File: Lizzie Newcombe
Su Whale meets professional florist and award-winning competitor Lizzie Newcombe from The Botanical Company in Surrey.
Su Whale
Jan 19, 20223 min read
Let Loose with Scissors: Happy Houseplants
This week, Su celebrates National Houseplant Week and finds a happy place for a Curio.
Su Whale
Jan 11, 20221 min read
Going Green: Bleached Flowers and Foliage
However, commercially bleached flowers and foliage are far from environmentally friendly. Su Whale investigates.
Su Whale
Jan 7, 20222 min read
Let Loose with Scissors: the holly and the ivy
Su Whale explores the garden for reliable evergreens and winter flowers to brighten up the winter days.
Su Whale
Dec 23, 20211 min read
