Designing for Large Spaces
The summer months inevitably mean weddings, festivals and graduations, in fact a host of events being held in larger than normal venues....
Su Whale
Aug 12, 20252 min read
Summer Succulents
Follow Su Whale's quick guide to succulents - trendy, versatile and virtually impossible to kill!
Su Whale
Aug 11, 20252 min read
Alstroemeria - featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
In this British-grown flower feature we focus on Alstroemeria, or Peruvian lily, is a native of South America and a true floral trooper.
Su Whale
Aug 7, 20251 min read
Plants Inside & Out - Oxalis and Pampas Grass
tips and tricks for Oxalis triangularis and
Pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana)
Su Whale
Aug 4, 20252 min read
Summer Flowers from UK Growers featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Su Whale recommends UK-grown flowers for late spring and shares her care and conditioning tips.
Su Whale
Aug 1, 20252 min read
Using Colour in Design: Orange
Orange is a colour that can't be ignored, so learn to design with it by following Su Whale's tips.
Su Whale
Jul 29, 20252 min read
Going Green: Using Paper Wrapping
Learn why you should be using more paper wrapping in your business and what happens to it when it eventually gets thrown away
Su Whale
Jul 27, 20252 min read
Su Whale Trends: Summer Meadow Box Arrangement
Su Whale is a florist and freelance writer with over twenty-five years' experience in the floristry industry. Su created a fantastic...
Su Whale
Jul 25, 20251 min read
Using Moss in Funeral Work
Information and inspiration to help you make the best use of moss in funeral tributes.
Su Whale
Jul 21, 20252 min read
Floristry at RHS Wentworth Woodhouse
After twenty-five years of flower shows at Tatton Park, the RHS have finally gone ‘on-tour,’ with this year’s traditional northern show...
Su Whale
Jul 18, 20253 min read
Cornflowers - Blue and Beautiful
Su Whale enjoys the reappearance of our native cornflower in wildflower meadows and explains how best to use it as a cut flower.
Su Whale
Jul 7, 20252 min read
Herbs, this Season’s ‘Must Have’ Featuring Floristry Tips From Su Whale
Fresh, seasonal herbs can be fabulous additions to bridal bouquets and wedding flowers. Su Whale suggests some of the best.
Su Whale
Jul 4, 20252 min read
Dealing with the Heat: Conditioning Flowers
Su Whale offers some timely tips for flower care and conditioning in the warmer summer months.
Su Whale
Jun 20, 20252 min read
Nicolaus Peters at Moreton Morrell
A masterclass in ‘Less is More’ As the saying goes, Nicolaus Peters is a man who needs no introduction after winning the Interflora...
Su Whale
Jun 20, 20253 min read
British Flowers Week 2025
What is British Flowers Week? BFW is a celebration of the UK’s cut flower industry. Since its launch in 2013 by New Covent Garden Flower...
Su Whale
Jun 20, 20252 min read
