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Growing the Houseplant Market: Part 2
FR presents the second in our exclusive three-part series examining the Floral Marketing Fund’s “Consumer Houseplant Purchasing Report 2021.” By Andrew Joseph Coordinated by the Floral Marketing Fund (FMF), the “Consumer Houseplant Purchasing Report 2021”...
Marketing to Gen Z
What you need to know to reach this next generation of consumers. By Andrew Joseph With each succeeding generation thinking it is the cat’s meow, it is important to realize that for your flower business to survive and thrive, you can’t simply have a marketing plan in...
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...
Going Tropical
By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Colorful and exotic tropical cut flowers transport the admirer to a tropical place with blue skies, warm sand and bright sunshine. Because of their fascinating beauty and charm, tropical flowers hold a special place in the hearts of...
Roselily® Series is the Gold Standard of Double Lilies
With top-level features such as substantially more petals, pollen-free, mild fragrance, and longer vase life, Roselily is the superior choice of lilies Roselily® Series Is the Gold Standard Lilies are among the most recognizable flowers on the market today....
The Evolution of the Garden Rose
By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD With their incredible beauty and undeniable fragrance, garden roses are in a class of their own. The amazing cup shape, complex colors, petal count and formation, and fragrance set them apart from other roses and make them so...
Pets and Petals
By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Flowers aren’t just for humans; animals love them too! There is something so adorable about pets wearing flowers, especially for weddings and other special events. In FR’s second annual “Pets and Petals” contest, more than 30...
Red Twig Farms: Everyone’s Farm
Red Twig Farm located in New Albany, Ohio Red Twig Farms (RTF) is no longer just an Ohio flower farm; it is now “everyone’s farm.” Situated in New Albany, Ohio, on approximately 8 acres (just under 6 acres in production), Red Twig Farms specializes in tulips,...
Growing the Houseplant Market: Part 1
FR presents the first in our exclusive three-part series examining the Floral Marketing Fund’s “Consumer Houseplant Purchasing Report 2021.” By Andrew Joseph Coordinated by the Floral Marketing Fund (FMF), the “Consumer Houseplant Purchasing Report 2021” has...
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,...
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MIDOLLINO TATAMI STRIPS / Tips & Techniques with Hitomi Gilliam
I’ve been making Midollino tatami strips for a number of years now…. and have enjoyed building beautiful and fluid Linear structures with them. One thing that has always bothered me though, is the exposed seams left when adding additional lengths. When previously...
PURE STYLE | Klaus Wagener Floral Design | BLOOM’s Floristik
Total Calm: The pale greyish-white stone dish appears to float, underscoring the calmness of its floral filling reduced to only a few elements. Inside the bowl, watered floral foam keeps the radiantly white flowers fresh, which despite the monochrome design give the...
Learn How to Make a Wire Wristlet with Floriology NOW
Elevate your designs using wirework with our Wire Accessories 101 course. Enroll in our innovative, online floral design classes! You can stream our interactive courses, which are taught by AIFD® instructors- anytime, anywhere- with Floriology NOW. Enroll here:...
Metallic-leaf Armature
For the creative types, happy accidents give birth to beautiful designs. Thanks to over spraying, “metallic leaf” is created, providing floral designers with endless applications.
Dahlia Care and Handling
Grown in a multitude of colors, shapes and sizes, Dahlias are among the world’s most beautiful and popular blossoms. Keeping them alive and beautiful as a cut flower can be a bit tricky. In this video clip, Leanne Kessler AIFD shares her care and handling tips as she...
DRIED BOTANICAL SCULPTURE / Tips & Techniques with Hitomi Gilliam
The process involved in creating an original painted botanical sculpture is entirely different than designing with store bought painted dried product and arranging them. It’s also entirely different from arranging fresh flowers in a vase. The uniqueness of your...
SEAMLESS MIDOLLINO / Quick Tips with Hitomi Gilliam
While Midollino sticks from Smithers-Oasis are packaged in 32” lengths, I often wish they came in one continuous roll so that creating with them could be cleaner without having to deal with the mechanics of exposed seams! So…. I came up with a simple solution which...
Sarah, founder of Poppy Flora Studios, master of nature-inspired design, hopes to inspire others.
Poppy Flora Studios is more than just a florist. Sarah, the founder, is regarded as one of the masters of nature-inspired design. Her style is not only aesthetically beautiful and artistic but always with the intent to inspire.
How To Make A Cheerful Summer Garden Posy In Collar
It’s hot, it’s August and this little vibrant posy is easy to make and perfect for using different garden flowers.
Tips for Promoting Sympathy Flowers
Sympathy flowers beautifully express love and respect during times of loss. They offer comfort to grieving families and add a touch of beauty to sorrowful moments. However, marketing these flowers requires a delicate and thoughtful approach. Rio Roses provides...
ANDMORE Launches Enhanced Market Planning Tools for Buyers
Get more out of your market experience at this summers gift markets. By signing into AtlantaMarket.com or LasVegasMarket.com, buyers can create a Market Plan that seamlessly connects with the @Market App – allowing them to take their plan on-the-go at Market. See Full...
Royer Family Fund Provides Travel Grants for Retail Florists
A new travel grant has been established through the American Floral Endowment (AFE) by a generous bequest from the estate of Ken and Jean Royer. Ken and Jean Royer Family Fund Provides Travel Grants for Retail Florists For Immediate Release Source AFE Alexandria, VA -...
SecondFlor’s Premium Preserved Flowers Now Available in the U.S.
SecondFlor.us is thrilled to continue its expansion into the US market, bringing American professional consumers the unparalleled convenience and enduring beauty of preserved flowers. Full press Release Below- Source Secondflor SecondFlor’s Premium Preserved Flowers...
Discover Tavola
Rosaprima announced the website launch of their sister brand, Tavola! Full Article Below Source Rosaprima June 2024 We are thrilled to announce the website launch of our sister brand, Tavola! Developed with the same commitment to excellence that has defined Rosaprima...
The Enchantment of Cut Flower Breeding
Insights into the lengthy, painstaking and expensive process of developing new flower varieties. By Nita Robertson, AIFD It all begins with the seed. Around the world, plant breeders are working in labs and greenhouses to develop better cut flowers for florists and...
Faux Flowers Are Fabulous and Good for Business
Today’s ultra-realistic permanent botanicals are taking the world by storm, most notably trendy, high-end restaurants, hotels and fashion brands—and increasing numbers of flower businesses are working with faux flowers, foliages and plants almost exclusively By Jill...
European consumers are informed about the effects of flowers
The Flower Council launched a campaign in Europe to raise consumers' awareness of the effects that flowers have on their well-being, both physically and mentally. Full Article at Floraldaily.com Source Flower council launches international campaign Consumers informed...
Abbott Celebrates 75 Years
Abbott, a leading name in the home décor and giftware wholesale industry, is thrilled to announce its 75th anniversary. Full Press Release Below Source: Abbott Abbott Celebrates 75 Years of Home + Happiness! Abbott, a leading name in the home décor and giftware...
