NEW ISSUE
Our August Issue
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.
- Instagram Star Feature
- 2025 Holiday Trends
- Decking the Halls for Profit
- Seed Breading for Healthy Resistance
- Handcrafted Paper Flowers
- Summer Citrus Garden Tutorial
- The Procrastinator’s Guide
- Boost Your Brand with Canva
- Protecting Your Floral Business
- Holiday Sales Boosters
- Coming Events and more!
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LATEST NEWS
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...
Armellini Logistics celebrating 80th anniversary
Founded in 1945 by Jules and Sarah Armellini, the company has grown from a local trucking operation to a nationwide network, renowned for innovation and service beyond expectation. Full Article Here Source: Floraldaily.com US (NJ): Armellini Logistics celebrating 80th...
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Enter Our Latest Best in Blooms Design Contest
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...
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FEATURES
Holiday Feature
By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD As we enjoy the last weeks of summer, holidays loom right around the corner. It is time to prepare for all the wonderful fall and winter celebrations, secular and religious, including Thanksgiving (Nov. 24), Hanukkah (Dec. 18-26) and...
Trends in Decorative Accessories
A look at what’s hot in 2022 in the world of home accents—trends that impact not only your giftware buying but also your floral design styling. By Andrew Joseph Accents. We’re not talking about twangs and drawls or whatever one calls the older Boston voice; no, we’re...
“ROOTS” AIFD Symposium Recap
AIFD’s spectacular 2022 National Symposium By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Photo credit to AIFD® Official Photographer, Nico Alsemgeest “ROOTS,” the 2022 National Symposium of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD), took place July 4-8, at the Caesars...
American Grown Flowers
Cut flowers produced in the U.S. are favored by a growing number of consumers. Discover more about the “American grown” flower industry and burgeoning movement in this exclusive FR report. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Fields at Sun Valley's Willow Creek Farm...
Destination Weddings and Events
Tips for landing exciting design jobs—both big and small—outside of your market area. By Jill Brooke The sun! The sand! The glamour! The creative opportunities! The Instagram moments! Schaffer Designs, Philadelphia, PA Creating the floral décor for a destination...
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TRENDS
The independent florists delivering cool and creative blooms in London
The independent florists delivering cool and creative blooms in London The capital’s floral...
Creative Idea’s for Mother’s Day and Beyond
Creative Idea's for Mother's Day and Beyond Celebrate Mother’s Day with unconventional flowers and...
Hottest Wedding Dress Trends and Bouquet Styles That Compliment Them
There’s no shortage of uber-chic bridal dresses in 2021 Whether your brides are planning micro...
Only the Best Blooms for Mom
Article by Kat Castagnoli, AIFD, CFD, CCF Designs by Jaime Webber, The Floral Bar, Texas Anna Day,...
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FLORIST SPOTLIGHT
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Behind the Blooms on The Big Flower Fight
It’s been a decade since the last competitive floral design show made it to American television – the last being Logo TV channel’s The Arrangement. Many floral aficionados would argue that it’s been 10 years too long.
Inspirational Details
It was both the best – and the absolute worst – day of Corrine Heck’s life.
Ann’s Florist, Coffee & Wine Bar
Kim Fuentes is the floral designer and gift buyer at Ann’s Florist, Coffee & Wine Bar in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. This is her success story …
DESIGN TUTORIALS
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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, such as...
Botanical Wall Art
Creating art works of dried and permanent florals can generate a new stream of customers and revenues for your shop—as well as opportunities for unparalleled creative expression among your designers. Floral design by Jules Lewis Gibson Photos and text by Nita...
Elevated Statement Centerpiece
Large flower arrangements and installations are made easier with the sturdy new OASIS® Event Saddle Floral design, photos, video and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Presented by Smithers-Oasis North America The new OASIS® Event Saddle provides a stable foundation...
Diaphanous Bridal Tapestry
An artistic collage of blooms for a contemporary bride. Floral design by Yassi Taheri Yassi Taheri Floral Design Tehran, Iran Photos by Karu Solutions For weddings and other special events, Iranian floral designer Yassi Taheri is often inspired by the elegance of...
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BUSINESS AND MARKETING
International Women’s Day 2025
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 significant...
Step Up Your Game with Podcasts
Discover how flower industry podcasts can help you learn, grow, and create and build a business that will reward you financially, creatively and emotionally By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD For consumers and businesspeople alike, podcasts can be a great source of...
What’s New in Florist Website Design?
A look at current trends to spruce up your website for eye-catching attention By Andrew Joseph If you have ever visited a website and clicked to travel further inside—and it takes longer than you expect it to take—you’ve probably said “Forget it!” and sought your...
WOW-factor Holiday Gift Baskets
Tips for creating and marketing a bespoke collection of enticing holiday gifts. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD With the holidays just around the corner, many consumers are already searching for (and buying!) perfect gifts for those on their shopping lists—especially...
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CREATIVITY AND EDUCATION
50 Must-attend Floral Events in 2024
Education, inspiration, rejuvenation, relationship and connection building, exotic locales—national and international conventions and trade shows in 2024 offer something for everyone in the flower industry. The floral industry is blessed in many ways, and one of those is having...
Enter Our July Best in Blooms Design Contest- American Grown Edition
Submission for the Florists' Review BEST IN BLOOMS July 2023 Contest Submit your entry below to become a semi-finalist in our BEST in Blooms July 2023 American Grown contest. Four semi-finalists will be chosen to compete in the finals, celebrating American Grown...
Ikebana: Having Its Moment
By Jill Brooke Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging that emphasizes form and balance and dates back to the 7th century, seems to be having a moment. The style, which translates as “way of flowers,” instructs its devoted practitioners to follow strict rules:...
In Season: Ranunculus
By Tonneli Grüetter Ranunculus is just one of about 50 genera in the Ranunculaceae family (a.k.a. buttercup or crowfoot family), which comprises between 1,700 and 2,000 known species of herbs and, sometimes, shrubs (the number varies depending on source). Common...
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