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American Floral Trends Forecast 2023
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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

The Ultimate Eucalyptus Guide

Mayesh has created a free downloadable guide for florists on Eucalyptus....

Native Blooms: Growers & Exporters

Explore the story of Native Blooms, a distinguished flower farm based in...

Continental Floral Greens & Kendall Farms Announce Partnership

Continental Floral Greens (CFG) and Kendall Farms are proud to announce a new...

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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,...

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, florists willingly enter a profession that requires insatiable demands of physical labor, mechanical expertise and time. It also requires creative talent and a deep...

“Best in Blooms” Winner and Finalists

Meet the winner and finalists in the “Certified American Grown”...

In Season: Protea

By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Botanical Name: Protea Common...

My Magical Trip to Alexandra Farms

by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD In March, I went to Colombia to...

Flower Books Blooming

Hot off the presses, these highly recommended titles will enthrall...

Top 10 Florist Education Opportunities in 2023

Invest in yourself this year by participating in one or more of...

Feature Articles

The Therapeutic Power of Flowers

Stories of Nurturing Mental Health in America By Nita Robertson, AIFD In the hustle and bustle of modern American life, mental health is an increasingly prevalent concern. Stress, anxiety and depression affect millions of individuals, impacting their daily lives and...

Celebrating, Promoting and Selling American-grown Flowers and Foliage

By Nita Robertson, AIFD Throughout the American countryside, there exists a community of cut flower farmers whose passion blooms as brightly as the petals they cultivate. Their dedication goes beyond just growing flowers; it’s about fostering a connection with the...

Pets and Petals

By Nita Robertson, AIFD Welcome to the whimsical world where pets and petals intertwine! In our 2024 “Pets and Petals Design Contest,” nearly 60 talented floral designers showcased their creative and clever floral designs crafted specifically for animals. From elegant...

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Proflora Returns to Bogotá, Colombia, October 1-3

Apr 24, 2025 | Floral Event News

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...

The Ultimate Eucalyptus Guide

Apr 18, 2025 | Care and Handling

Mayesh has created a free downloadable guide for florists on Eucalyptus. Download yours today! Full Article Here Source Mayesh Your Ultimate Eucalyptus Guide...

The impact of the U.S. tariffs on the floral industry

And the tariff conversation continues. Join Rodrigo Leiva of Esmeralda Farms...

U.S. Consumer Views on Sustainability in Floral Purchases

The Floral Marketing Fund’s recent study, U.S. Consumer Perceptions &...

The 12 Best “Jeopardy” Questions Inspired by Flowers

Fun trivia questions inspired by flowers. Full Article Here Source:...

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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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International Women’s Day 2025

Dec 31, 2024

Last year, more than 1,800 florists downloaded our materials to participate in International Women’s Day. Boost your sales with our new free eight-week IWD marketing campaign created specifically for florists. Our goal is to establish International Women's Day as a...

Balloon Trends

Dec 16, 2024

Exploring the latest advancements in balloon décor and development By Nita Robertson, AIFD The flower industry has long embraced various forms of complementary décor to enhance floral arrangements, and balloons have become an increasingly popular choice. Once...