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“Green” Weddings
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A Florist’s Guide to Indian Weddings
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Call for Submission for the Pets in Petals Contest
We invite you to showcase your finest creations in pet floral arrangements.We want to see your furry friends adorned with flowers. All type of animals are welcome. It's simple, submit images showcasing your finest floral designs on animals for an opportunity to...
Beyond the Bouquet
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Managing Mother’s Day
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Video Marketing: A Blooming Opportunity
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Remarkable Women in Floristry
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Prom Season: A Blooming Opportunity for Florists
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Marketing International Women’s Day
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Call for Submission for the Pets in Petals Contest
We invite you to showcase your finest creations in pet floral arrangements.We want to see your furry friends adorned with flowers. All type of animals are welcome. It's simple, submit images showcasing your finest floral designs on animals for an opportunity to...
A Call for Entries for Florists’ Reviews Picture Perfect Wedding Contest
Florists' Review Presents our 26th Annual Picture Perfect Wedding Contest It's here! Our Annual Picture Perfect Wedding contest is here for you to submit your best wedding florals for 2024 in any or all of the categories below: • Bouquets • Reception Décor •...
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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...
A Tablescape for Spring Events
Go bold with a polychromatic color scheme. Floral design, text and photos by Lea Romanowski, AIFD, CAFA, CFD Designing on the Edge Calgary, Alberta, Canada Presented by Oasis Floral Products My inspiration: my best friend, while lying in a meadow and looking outward,...
Prom Bouquet and Traditional Wrist Corsage
Elevate your flower design offerings with ribbon. Floral design, photos and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by Reliant Ribbon company Prom season brings an exciting opportunity to showcase both timeless traditions and modern trends in flower design. While...
Fantastical Fall Install
A dynamic suspended design for seasonal occasions and events Floral design, photos and text by Paulina Nieliwocki Blue Jasmine Floral Berkeley Heights, N.J. The soft curves and blended textures in this suspended floral design celebrate the autumn season’s bounty and...
Blooming Olive Tree
This tall, stately tree-based flower arrangement offers versatility for placement in homes and offices as well as at special events and occasions. Floral design, text and photography Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by Ragon House Decorating with faux flowers and...
A New Era for Wrist Corsages
BoutStix™ has become a go-to for many florists when making boutonnières. New to the BoutStix™ line is Wristix™, providing an exciting new option for the creation of wrist corsages. Presented by Boutstix Creating stunning wrist corsages has never been easier than now,...
Autumn Armature Bouquet
and Coordinating Boutonnière Farm-fresh cut flowers from Budzi inspire a vibrant floral designs ideal for fall nuptials. Floral design and photos by Beth O’Reilly, AIFD, TMF Presented by Budzi BUDZI is a grower, importer and wholesale distributor of fresh cut flowers,...
Garden Tablescape
How to create a beautifully curated coalescent composition Floral design, photography and text by Holly Heider Chapple Owner of Holly Chapple Flowers and Hope Flower Farm, Founder of Chapel Designers, Leesburg, Va. Presented by Alexandra Farms Working with such...
Vase to Venue Delivery Solutions with Christine Foley
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QR Zipper™ Partners with American Floral Endowment
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Mother’s Day Spending Nears Record Highs
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics, shoppers in 2024 spent $33.5 billion, averaging $254.04 per person. That’s the second-highest average in the survey’s history, just behind 2023’s record. Full Article Here Source:...
Proflora Returns to Bogotá, Colombia, October 1-3
Save the date for the Proflora Flower Trade show happening October 1-3, 2025, in Bogota, Colombia. Source: Proflora Save the Date: Proflora 2025 Returns to Bogotá, Colombia, October 1-3 Mark your calendars and get ready for one of the most vibrant and internationally...
The Ultimate Eucalyptus Guide
Mayesh has created a free downloadable guide for florists on Eucalyptus. Download yours today! Full Article Here Source Mayesh Your Ultimate Eucalyptus Guide Is Here! Looking to take the guesswork out of working with eucalyptus? Whether you’re designing garlands,...
Native Blooms: Growers & Exporters
Explore the story of Native Blooms, a distinguished flower farm based in Ecuador. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and exceptional floral quality, Native Blooms brings the beauty of Ecuadorian blooms to customers around the world. Full...
Continental Floral Greens & Kendall Farms Announce Partnership
Continental Floral Greens (CFG) and Kendall Farms are proud to announce a new strategic partnership that unites two industry leaders in U.S.–grown floral and foliage production. Source: Calflowers Press Release California‑Based collaboration will increase...
Celebrating Earth Day in the Floral Industry
By Nita Robertson AIFD Each year on April 22, Earth Day invites us to reflect on our relationship with the planet and recommit to practices that support a sustainable future. For florists, Earth Day is more than a date on the calendar—it's a reminder that the beauty...
A Florist’s Guide to Indian Weddings
The abundance of flowers—and business opportunities—in multi-day Indian nuptials. By Nita Robertson, AIFD Indian weddings are among the most visually spectacular and culturally rich celebrations in the world. Known for their grandeur, vibrant colors and elaborate...
