NEW ISSUE
Our November 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.
- Proflora 2025
- Florists Spotlight
- Best in Bloom Contest
- Art in Bloom Museum Events
- Guided by Nature: Korean Design
- Angel Wings Tutorial
- Fungi Fusion Tutorial
- Arranging Your Future
- Build a Culture of Celebration
- Sympathy Business Marketing
- Coming Events
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LATEST NEWS
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...
The Flower Frog Revival
Flower frogs are making a comeback in modern design. As more florists seek sustainable practices, the flower frog has been rediscovered. Full Article Here Source Mayesh What's a Flower Frog? Join the eco-friendly movement with the Flower Frog! It's time to embrace a...
Best Edible Flowers
Here's a look at using edible flowers that are both visually stunning and deliciously useful. Full Article Here Source Flowerpowerdaily 12 Best Edible Flowers to Add Color and Flavor to Your Dishes By Jill Brooke Who says fabulous has to be complicated? Not...
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A Call for Entries for Florists’ Reviews Picture Perfect Wedding Contest
Florists' Review Presents our 25th 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 2023 in any or all of the categories below: • Bouquets • Reception Décor •...
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FEATURES
Balloon Mania
Balloons are popping up everywhere in event décor, so here are a few current trends and décor tips to help your balloon business bloom. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Celebrations and balloons have always gone hand in hand, but they have become extremely trendy again in...
The Art of Gift Baskets
Gift baskets are a perfect gift line for flower shops that can bring in new customers and extra revenue all year long. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Gift baskets are fantastic gift choices, and they are a perfect fit for flower shops wanting to appeal to...
Permanent Botanicals
Tips for marketing, selling, buying and designing with faux flowers and plants—plus a few of the latest trends in this resurging category. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Patience Pickner, AIFD, CFD, PFCI, SDCF Today’s highest quality—and,...
Making Time for Holiday Workshops
No time for a break, get yourself geared for a holiday-themed workshop! By Andrew Joseph Although the fall season replaces summer this month, a florist’s work is never done, especially where the anticipation of offering holiday workshops in just a month or two is...
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...
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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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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, with the...
Garden-inspired Memorial Tribute
A sympathy design created to showcase a cremation urn, photo or other remembrance of the deceased, or a trio of pillar candles. Floral design, photos and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD The rate of cremations in the U.S. has been steadily rising over the past two...
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...
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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
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...
In Season: Protea
By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Botanical Name: Protea Common Name: Sugarbush Family: Proteaceae Pink Ice Resendiz Brothers The many species in the genus Protea are among the most fascinating flowers on the planet. The best-known genus in...
My Magical Trip to Alexandra Farms
by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD In March, I went to Colombia to discover a piece of the country’s more than 8,000 hectares (approximately 20,000 acres) of land devoted to cut flower cultivation. Imagine you’re standing in a flower farm on a beautiful sunny day, with...
Flower Books Blooming
Hot off the presses, these highly recommended titles will enthrall floral designers and nonprofessional flower lovers alike. By Jill Brooke It’s springtime, and not only are the flowers blooming but so are the book titles about beautiful blooms. Here is a roundup of...
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