NEW ISSUE
Our December 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.
- Readers’ Choice Awards
- The Art and the Algorithm of Valentine’s Day
- Florist Spotlight
- Wired for Love
- For the Camera Shy
- Retail Forecast 2026
- Coming Events
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LATEST NEWS
A Flourishing Valentine’s Day for US Floral Industry
Floral sales for Valentine’s Day 2025 showed strong demand, impulse buying, and last-minute surges. Full Article Here. Source- FloralDaily.com Strong demand, impulse buying, and last-minute surges A Flourishing Valentine’s Day for the US Floral Industry "Valentine's...
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 of 2025 compared to 2024. Full Article Here. Source- FloralDaily.com NL: Flower and plant exports show growth in January 2025 compared to 2024 The export value of flowers and plants showed a...
The Bloom Together Event
The Bloom Together Initiative returns to Doral on March 3rd, 2025, to celebrate its 5th anniversary! This exciting event will take place during the WFFSA Convention, bringing the floral industry together for a memorable celebration. Full Press Release Below The 5th...
Duel of the Delphiniums
Ball SB, Details Flowers Software, and The Society of American Florists are thrilled to announce Duel of the Delphiniums, an exciting March Madness-style competition in which florists can showcase their creativity using Delphinium varieties from Ball SB. Full...
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Enter FR’s Latest Best in Blooms Design Contest
Submission for the Florists' Review BEST IN BLOOMS November 2022 Contest Sponsored by Smithers Oasis and Alexandra Farms Enter our next round of Best in Blooms Design Contest today! Enter for your chance to win a Florist Spotlight feature in Florists'...
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Festive and Fruity
Flowers and fruits can create delicious compositions; this one has a tropical flavor. Floral design, text and photography by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Fresh fruits and/or vegetables always add great textural interest, form and color to floral designs. This analogous-hued...
Hanukkah Tablescape
Hanukkah Tablescape A contemporary composite centerpiece for the Jewish Festival of Lights. Floral design, photos and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD The winter holidays are just around the corner, and I wanted to share some tips on creating a...
Reflections of a Starry Winter Night
A nontraditional seasonal design inspired by a nighttime stroll through the winter woods. Floral design by Paulina Nieliwocki / Text by David Coake / Sponsored by Melrose International Drawing inspiration from the colors of the stunning cut-glass vase and the...
An Artful Approach To Valentine’s Day
INSPIRATION FOR CREATING MODERN AND ARTISTIC DESIGNS FOR THE HOLIDAY OF LOVE. Floral Design and Text by Jasmine Corzo Bath All of my life, I have appreciated and studied fine art. As a floral artist, I have learned to allow the botanical materials to guide my designs....
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BUSINESS AND MARKETING
Retail Forecast 2024
High interest rates and slower economic growth are expected to put increasing pressure on retail profits this year, but, on the bright side, many economists expect inflation to decrease to desired levels by year-end By Phillip M. Perry Fasten your seat belts, and enjoy the...
Inflation Busters
Tips for protecting profits as costs rise. By Phillip M. Perry Abstract: Inflation. Retailers must deal with rapid cost increases by managing cash flow efficiently and communicating effectively with customers and suppliers. The benefits of inventory reduction must be...
Designing for Profitability
Tips for buying, designing and selling flowers and arrangements that will improve your bottom line and cash flow. By Patience Pickner, AIFD, CFD, PFCI I love pretty much everything about this beautiful industry we are in: the flowers, the people and the emotions our...
 Website Development for the Floral Industry
A list of industry-serving website developers and software systems to bring ecommerce success to your floral business. By Andrew Joseph There’s nothing wrong with having a brick-and-mortar floral shop that caters to your customers’ needs. Period. Along...
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CREATIVITY AND EDUCATION
Highlights of AIFD’s Spectacular 2023 National Symposium in Chicago
"GROW" By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Established in 1965, the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing, maintaining and recognizing the highest standard of professional floral design. The mission is to advance...
The International Floral Industry
FR’s exclusive look at the journey of a cut flower from lab to farm to florist—and how the industry changes the lives of thousands of farm workers along the way. By Nita Robertson AIFD, CFD Keeping up with the world’s demand for cut flowers involves many moving parts,...
Industry Leader Jose (Joey) Azout from Alexandra Farms
FR talks with the president of Alexandra Farms, a boutique grower specializing in nostalgic, romantic, fresh cut garden roses in Bogotá, Colombia, about his amazing company, the floriculture industry in Colombia, and the soaring popularity and demand for garden...
European-influenced Bridal Bouquet
Taking a cue from the international theme of this issue, this versatile design concept offers opportunities for myriad adaptations. Floral design, photos and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Inspired by our amazing international floral-design community—many members...
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