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“Green” Weddings

These florists inspire us to adopt more eco-friendly and sustainable practices for wedding designs. By Kat Castagnoli, AIFD As floral designers know, flowers can have a huge impact on a wedding in the best way. But did you know those same...

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...

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...

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...

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...

American Floral Trends Forecast 2025

An exploration of five major trends that will influence floral design this year. Anthologized and written by Tonneli Grüetter and Molly Lucille The flower industry is poised for an exciting transformation in 2025, with five bold trends...

New Podcast Episode

Please join us for our latest episode of the Flower Hour with Florists Review. In this episode Florist’ Review talks with the talented floral designer Beth O'Reilly and Laura Walsh, marketing director at Smithers-Oasis NA. Guests: Floral...

2024 “Reader’s Choice Awards”

Celebrating Your Favorites FR’s second annual recognition of our readers’ favorite designers—and more—of the year By Molly Lucille As 2024 winds to a close, we’re thrilled to announce the return of our second annual “Reader’s Choice...

Australia’s Floral Revolution

A look at the trend-setting florists on the continent down under—and their floral design aesthetics By Tonneli Grüetter Move over demure pastels and mindful greenery; Australia’s flower scene is having a major moment, and it’s anything...

“Best in Blooms”

Celebrating Creativity and Innovation in Floral Design Meet the winner and finalists in FR’s latest flower design contest By Nita Robertson, AIFD Sponsored by Alexandra Farms and OASIS Floral Products Florists’ Review is excited to...

Industry News

WFFSA Floral Distribution Conference 2025: A Huge Success in Miami

By Nita Robertson AIFD The 2025 Floral Distribution Conference, hosted by the...

A Guide to Tulip Colors

Spring is around the corner so no better time to dive into the world of...

SAF to Take Floral Industry Issues to Capitol Hill

On March 17-18, floral professionals from across the country will gather in...

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Holiday Décor with Ribbon: What’s Trending

Sponsored by Reliant Ribbon Trending Uses for Ribbon in Holiday Decorating: Seasonal porch and patio pots are created 2–4 times a year, often using permanent botanicals (though fresh is also an option). These can be coordinated with door décor such as wreaths and...

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...

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 this hectic time and feel like each wedding begins to blur together. We can fall into the trap of losing touch with the importance of the wedding ceremony. The ceremony...

The Value of Vessels

Making the case about the importance role containers play in creating the perfect floral designs By Jill Brooke At the recent Fleurs de Villes “ARTISTE” show in New York City’s Hudson Yards, florist Lorena Eni, owner of LEF/Lorena Eni Flowers in the borough of...

Embracing the Evolving Trends in Sympathy Flowers

By Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by Smither-Oasis Sympathy flowers have long been a heartfelt way to express sorrow, love and support to grieving families. But as funeral traditions change and consumer preferences shift, florists are being called upon to adapt,...

Florist Spotlight: Melissa Pack

Melissa Pack Anthera Floral Normandy Park (Seattle), Wash. Melissa...

Best in Blooms

Meet the winner and finalists in FR’s latest bimonthly flower...

Flower Necklace

Comfortably wearable flower designs are a specialty at Miami’s...

In Season: Amaryllis

By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Botanical/Scientific...

Hat Box Arrangement

Orlando’s The Floral Way Studio has established two branding...

Feature Articles

125 Florists To Be Celebrated

Our choices for the most exciting florists across North America and U.S. Territories for 2022. By Tonneli Grüetter When discussing the monumental task of determining the 125 most exciting florists across North America and U.S. Territories, in celebration...

The Art Of Hosting Floral Design Workshops

A guide to planning and hosting workshops to increase your revenues. By Andrew Joseph Blooms on Boswell There’s an old adage, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” but that’s not always practical advice when it comes to running a business like a flower shop....

Florists’ Reviews Picture Perfect Wedding Contest

Florists' Review Presents our 23rd Annual Picture Perfect Wedding Contest. It's here! Our Annual Picture Perfect Wedding contest is here for you to submit your best wedding florals in any or all of the categories below: • Bouquets • Reception Décor • Ceremony...

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Industry News

Strategies to Boost Your Administrative Professionals Day Sales

Apr 3, 2025 | Floral Business News

Administrative Professionals Day, on April 23 this year, is a great time to appreciate office staff. This article shares strategies to capitalize on this...

Sustainabloom Launches Inspiring New Video On Sustainability

Apr 3, 2025 | Industry News

This powerful short video brings to life Sustainabloom’s mission of educating and empowering the floral community on its journey toward a more sustainable...

Moroccan Fruit and Vegetable Exporter Discusses Floral Program

Prim'rose, a family-owned business with over 75 years of expertise, has...

A Flourishing Valentine’s Day for US Floral Industry

Floral sales for Valentine’s Day 2025 showed strong demand, impulse buying,...

Flower and Plant Exports Show Growth in 2025 versus 2024

The export value of flowers and plants showed a 7% growth in the first month...

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Sunshine and Zest

Create this lively and lovely tablescape for a springtime brunch. Floral design and text...

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Spring Vegetable Arrangement

Summer Citrus Garden

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Marketing for the Holidays

Sep 18, 2023

Practical ideas for making the coming holiday season your busiest and most profitable ever. By Andrew Joseph One of the biggest mistakes any florist can make is not making any special marketing plans for the fall and winter holidays. The first thing to do is determine...

Enter Our Latest Best in Blooms Design Contest

Sep 15, 2023

Sponsored by Alexandra Farms & Smithers-Oasis North America Submission for the Florists' Review BEST IN BLOOMS Fall 2023 Contest Enter Florists' Reviews Best in Blooms Design Contest today for your chance to win a Florist Spotlight feature...