NEW ISSUE
Our June Issue is Here!
Welcome to our new edition of Florists’ Review! As always, we strive to provide our readers with the latest trends and insights in the world of floristry.
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Blooming Success: AFE and You
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Pets and Petals
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Peony Perfection
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Unlocking the Potential of Preserved Flowers
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Following in Their my Father’s Footsteps
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Book Review
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Retail Revival
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Inclusivity Check-in
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Creative Tutorials
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Coming Events and more!
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LATEST NEWS

US: A New Orleans wedding florist making tariff arrangements
"There's so many amazing florists in New Orleans. If we're the first florist that puts a clause in our contract about raising prices due to tariffs, we might not get the business," says Jacqui Roche, co-owner of Cry Baby Floral. Jacqui Roche is a wedding and events...

Beauty Line introduces new Harmony variety
Beauty Line is introducing Harmony – a new Leucanthemum variety that captures natural purity and timeless beauty. This fresh and elegant variety will be available year-round. Beauty Line was the first to adopt Danziger's genetics. Located in Naivasha, Kenya, the...

Japan: An interview with lily grower Hiroaki Morita
This is an interview with Morita Hiroaki, who grew lilies in Kochi Prefecture. Morita talked about the joys he felt every day as a lily grower, especially when someone who received a gift was pleased with the lilies, and how Kochi's climate was extremely suitable for...

Dutch Lily Days 2025
From June 3 to 6, a total of 13 lily bulb exporters opened the doors of their test greenhouses to their customers from far and wide. The exporters test the properties and quality of their bulbs in these greenhouses. They also test the potential of different varieties...
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FEATURES

Beyond the Bouquet
How florists are breaking the boundaries of personal flowers. By Molly Lucille Bridal bouquets have adorned wedding parties throughout human history. Ancient brides carried bundles of symbolic herbs and blooms, such as dill, considered to be an aphrodisiac; rosemary...

Managing Mother’s Day
Make the most of this lucrative holiday. By Nita Robertson, AIFD Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Are you ready for it? This special holiday is a cornerstone for the flower industry, as flowers consistently rank among the top gifts chosen to honor the mothers...

Remarkable Women in Floristry
Join Us in Celebrating International Women’s Day By Molly Lucille Every International Women’s Day, Florists’ Review honors the influential women that help form the beautiful community that is our industry. Women are the backbone of floristry, with 87 percent...

26th Annual “Picture Perfect Weddings Contest”
By Nita Robertson, AIFD Sponsored by Alexandra Farms and Fitz Design For 26 years, florists have enthusiastically shared photos of their work for our annual “Picture Perfect Weddings Contest.” Each year, we are captivated by breathtaking designs that transform...

American Floral Trends Forecast 2025
An exploration of five major trends that will influence floral design this year. Anthologized and written by Tonneli GrĂĽetter and Molly Lucille The flower industry is poised for an exciting transformation in 2025, with five bold trends set to shake up the way florists...
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TRENDS

At the Altar, Down the Aisle: Ceremony Floral Trends
By Molly Lucille In the thick of wedding season, it can happen fast. We can lose ourselves during...

The Value of Vessels
Making the case about the importance role containers play in creating the perfect floral designs...

Embracing the Evolving Trends in Sympathy Flowers
By Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by Smither-Oasis Sympathy flowers have long been a heartfelt way...

Eco-friendly and Sustainable Floral Products To Love
By Jill Brooke Those who live in the floral world are people who care about nature. After all,...
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Sunshine and Zest
Create this lively and lovely tablescape for a springtime brunch. Floral design and text by Julia Prokhorova, CFD, TMF Wild Veggie Bouquet, Corpus Christi, Texas Photos and video by Cora Johnson Cora Johnson Photography, Corpus Christi, Texas Presented by DĂĽmmen Orange...

A Vintage-inspired Wedding Bouquet
Roses in soft, romantic hues complement a beautiful antique silk ribbon. Presented by Alexandra Farms Floral design and text by Belinda Bennett, The Rose Thief Floral Studio, Hatfield, Mass. Photographer/Videographer: Rebecca Castonguay, Rebecca Castonguay...

Spectacular Spring Picnic
This cascading color-blocked creation makes a dazzling focal point. Floral design and text by Ana Vivas Aniska Creations, Miami, Florida Photos by Simon Ruiz and Aniska Creations Presented by Rosaprima Welcome to a vibrant and joyful floral design inspired by the...

Blossoms and Butterflies
Add a playful touch to a lovely design. Floral design, text and photography by Nita Robertson, AIFD Floral design is more than arranging flowers; it's an opportunity to tell a story, evoke emotion and create a lasting impression. On these pages, I have crafted a...
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BUSINESS AND MARKETING

The Power of Flower Arrangement Recipes
Take the guesswork out of calculating your true costs and profit margins. By Nita Robertson, AIFD In the fast paced and ever evolving world of floristry, creativity and efficiency must go hand in hand. Whether designing for daily orders, weddings or large-scale events, having a...

Clicking for profit
How to best manage your advertising on social media. By Andrew Joseph THE ADVANTAGES OF ADVERTISING ONLINE Certainly, you’re aware of the benefits of social media advertising for flower businesses. While there is no “easy” button to push to create the success you...

Video Marketing: A Blooming Opportunity
By Nita Robertson, AIFD In today’s digital landscape, businesses across all industries rely on video marketing as an essential strategy. The flower industry is no exception. Video marketing helps businesses connect with their audience, showcase their products and...

Prom Season: A Blooming Opportunity for Florists
By Nita Robertson, AIFD Sponsored by Fitz Design Tips to Grow Your Prom Business For high school students, prom represents a magical night filled with excitement, style and self-expression. Prom season is about more than just a dance. It celebrates youth and...
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CREATIVITY AND EDUCATION

Winners of the Alexandra Farms Garden Rose Design Contest
Alexandra Farms Announces Winners of Its “2024 Garden Rose Design Contest” By Teresa Schafer It’s time to reveal the winners of Alexandra Farms’ “2024 Garden Rose Design Contest”! Again this year, we received hundreds of entries, and the judges have spoken. Four first-time...

“Best in Blooms”
Meet the winner and finalists in the “Certified American Grown” edition of FR’s flower design contest. By Nita Robertson, AIFD Sponsored by Certified American Grown Florists’ Review is delighted to present the winner and finalists in our annual “Best in Blooms”...

Unveiling the Beauty of Hydrangea
By Nita Robertson, AIFD Hydrangea, with voluminous blooms, a range of bloom types and a broad color palette, have long been cherished by florists for their versatility as mass flowers that add texture, stunning color and modern elegance to any design. With year-round...

The Enchantment of Cut Flower Breeding
Insights into the lengthy, painstaking and expensive process of developing new flower varieties. By Nita Robertson, AIFD It all begins with the seed. Around the world, plant breeders are working in labs and greenhouses to develop better cut flowers for florists and...