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Our May Issue is Here!

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.

  • International Design Stars
  • Florist Spotlight: Glenn Arvor
  • How Flowers Affect Our Mental Health
  • The Power of Flower Arrangement Recipes
  • How to Expand Your Business with Wedding Planning
  • How Greenery Helps You Profit Artistically and Financially
  • Creative Tutorials
  • Coming Events and more!

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LATEST NEWS

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Floral Magic at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 

Floral Magic at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 

Acacia Creative Studio is bringing its signature style to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show later this month. Full Article Here Source Thursd Acacia Creative Studio and Sideau® Bring Floral Magic to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 Pushing the boundaries of...

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Breaking the Marigold’s autumn-only reputation

Breaking the Marigold’s autumn-only reputation

With a growing trend toward vibrant and diverse floral color palettes, there's increasing potential for marigolds to complement arrangements throughout the year, Full Article Here Source: Floraldaily.com Carmen Márquez, BallSB: "Marigold Coco shines beyond fall"...

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BloomNation Achieves Record-Breaking Mother’s Day

BloomNation Achieves Record-Breaking Mother’s Day

Despite economic uncertainty, BloomNation saw steady performance across its platform during Mother's Day. Full Article Here Source BloomNation Photo credit Mercury Flowers, Los Angeles, CA BloomNation Achieves Record-Breaking Mother’s Day Amid Economic Uncertainty May...

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Knock Out® Rose Celebrating it’s 25th Anniversary

Knock Out® Rose Celebrating it’s 25th Anniversary

Twenty-five years ago, a rose bloomed that would forever change how gardeners viewed America’s most iconic flower. Full Article Here Source Flowerpowerdaily Celebrating Knock Out Rose 25th Anniversary and Its Creator By Jill Brooke Twenty-five years ago, a rose...

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FROM OUR PAGES

“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 gorgeous blooms can be a...

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 be an aphrodisiac; rosemary...

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 chosen to honor the mothers...

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 of floristry, with 87 percent...

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 designs that transform...

FEATURES

New Podcast Episode

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 designer Beth O'Reilly and...

2024 “Reader’s Choice Awards”

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 Awards,” where our community comes...

Australia’s Floral Revolution

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 but subtle. Down under, a floral...

“Best in Blooms”

“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 present the winner and finalists for...

Florists’ Review’s Inaugural “40 Over 40”

Florists’ Review’s Inaugural “40 Over 40”

Celebrating Our Best Vase Life By Tonneli Grüetter In the vibrant world of floristry, where creativity blossoms and every bouquet tells a story, Florists’ Review proudly presents its first-ever “40 Over 40” issue. This special edition celebrates the flower industry...

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TRENDS

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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...

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...

The Value of Vessels

Making the case about the importance role containers play in creating the perfect floral designs...

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DESIGN TUTORIALS

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A Vintage-inspired Wedding Bouquet

A Vintage-inspired Wedding Bouquet

Roses in soft, romantic hues complement a beautiful antique silk ribbon. Presented by Alexandra Farms Floral design and text by Belinda Bennett, The Rose Thief Floral Studio, Hatfield, Mass. Photographer/Videographer: Rebecca Castonguay, Rebecca Castonguay Photography, West...

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A Tablescape for Spring Events

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

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

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...

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BUSINESS AND MARKETING

Clicking for profit

Clicking for profit

How to best manage your advertising on social media. By Andrew Joseph THE ADVANTAGES OF ADVERTISING ONLINE Certainly, you’re aware of the benefits of social media advertising for flower businesses. While there is no “easy” button to push to create the success you want, there...

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Marketing International Women’s Day

Marketing International Women’s Day

Tips for creating a strategic marketing plan that will make this March 8 worldwide celebration a major flower-giving occasion By Nita Robertson, AIFD International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated annually on March 8, is a powerful global observance that honors the...

Managing Stress During Busy Seasons

Managing Stress During Busy Seasons

Tips for achieving higher performance and a better balance by Christi Lopez, EMC The magic of what we, as florists, do often lies in how we bring beauty and emotions to life through flowers. Whether it’s a wedding, a funeral or a special celebration, we are there to...

Color Theory

Color Theory

Tips for understanding how colors interact, to elevate not only your designs but also your professionalism Text and floral design by Amy Balsters The Floral Coach Alexandria, Va. Photo by Akbar Sayed Photography You can gingerly process and handle your flowers. You...

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CREATIVITY AND EDUCATION

“Best in Blooms”

“Best in Blooms”

Meet the winner and finalists in the “Certified American Grown” edition of FR’s flower design contest. By Nita Robertson, AIFD Sponsored by Certified American Grown Florists’ Review is delighted to present the winner and finalists in our annual “Best in Blooms” contest...

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Bucket-list Floral Experiences

Bucket-list Floral Experiences

The top flower and garden shows, exhibitions, festivals and tours across the world that, once attended, will be among the highlights of one’s life. By Jill Brooke When thinking about bucket-list flower experiences, some obvious choices come to mind. However, there are...

Do You Have What It Takes for a Really Big Show?

Do You Have What It Takes for a Really Big Show?

Tips for creating an exhibit for the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, the largest horticultural event in the USA (this info also applies to participating in smaller flower shows in your area) By Jill Brooke It’s not a surprise that many florists dream about creating an...

Four Simple Steps for Long-lasting Valentine’s Day Roses

Four Simple Steps for Long-lasting Valentine’s Day Roses

By Terril A. Nell, Ph.D., AAF Research Coordinator at the American Floral Endowment (AFE) Professor Emeritus of Floriculture at the University of Florida Americans celebrate Valentine’s Day with gifts of flowers, candy, cards and more, creating the largest retail...

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