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“Green” Weddings

These florists inspire us to adopt more eco-friendly and sustainable practices for wedding...

Beyond the Bouquet

How florists are breaking the boundaries of personal flowers. By Molly Lucille Bridal bouquets...

Managing Mother’s Day

Make the most of this lucrative holiday. By Nita Robertson, AIFD Mother’s Day is just around the...

Remarkable Women in Floristry

Join Us in Celebrating International Women’s Day By Molly Lucille Every International Women’s...

26th Annual “Picture Perfect Weddings Contest”

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Day of The Dead Florals

Day of The Dead Florals

Celebrating Día de los Muertos, “Day of the Dead” provides an opportunity to reach out to a new base of clients and create a new revenue stream for your flower shop. By Tonneli Gruetter Día de los Muertos (“Day of the Dead”) is a traditional family-centric Mexican...

A Florist’s Guide To Lilies

A Florist’s Guide To Lilies

A classic flower making a big comeback. Lilies are among the most recognizable flowers on the market today. For decades, they have been top-selling cut flowers thanks to their long-lasting blooms, year-round availability, and wide variety of fantastic, vibrant colors....

The Psychology Of Pricing

The Psychology Of Pricing

Key Strategies for Pricing Flowers and Floral-Related Products. By Brenda Silva While innovative merchandising and distinctive displays often serve as methods to draw consumers into a retail shop, it’s more likely that the perceived value in a product’s retail price...

Flower Tiara

Flower Tiara

An alternative-style flower crown has become a signature item for a Miami florist. Floral design by Ana Isabel Vivas Flower crowns have been wildly popular for several years now, for both formal events, like weddings, casual wear for spirited, fun-loving individuals....

The Artistry of Today’s Sympathy Designs

The Artistry of Today’s Sympathy Designs

By Nita Robertson AIFD, CFD Brenna Quan AIFD, CFD Sympathy design is an area of floristry that needs to evolve with the changing times. The need to modernize and personalize sympathy tributes is crucial to sustaining and growing flower sales for memorial and funeral...

Autumn Weddings CONTEST

Autumn Weddings CONTEST

According to The Knot and WeddingWire, October and September are the most popular months for weddings (No. 1 and No. 2, respectively), surpassing June (No. 3) for the past several years! So, we created a contest for florists to share their best autumn...

A CRISIS FOR THE FLORAL INDUSTRY

A CRISIS FOR THE FLORAL INDUSTRY

Attracting young workers to careers in the floral industry, and retaining them, is a growing problem in all sectors. What’s at the root of the problem, and how do we fix it? By Andrew Joseph For many younger and/or recently graduated people, working in the floral...

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Tropical Nouveau Bouquets

Tropical Nouveau Bouquets

  "Blending nontraditional botanicals and hues can create a modern aesthetic for fall and winter weddings"  Basic This hand-tied bouquet utilizes an armature (cage structure) formed of Oasis Florist Netting as its core mechanic. Bouquets for fall weddings don’t have...

Hands-on Hand-tied

Hands-on Hand-tied

  "This modern hand-tied bouquet highlights the strength of vibrant color and striking textural applications "  A well-constructed hand-tied bouquet will always be timeless and versatile in global floral design. While it stands the test of time in every sense of the...

On Pins and Petals

On Pins and Petals

Designed for both form and function, safety pins also pierce and secure Hypericum berries throughout the bouquet. Experiment with building and utilizing a variety of botanicals
to make it your own.

Full Circle

Full Circle

Perfect for today’s modern services, this contemporary composition will be appreciated for its artful aesthetic and as a lasting remembrance in a family member’s home.

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Chrysal Celebrates 75 Years of Flower Food

Chrysal Celebrates 75 Years of Flower Food

For three-quarters of a century, Chrysal's flower food has been extending the lifespan of flowers, allowing consumers worldwide to enjoy their flowers even longer. Source: See Full Press Release Below Chrysal Celebrates 75 Years of Flower Food Chrysal celebrates 75...

How to Grow Dahlias from Seed

How to Grow Dahlias from Seed

If you haven’t grown dahlias from seed, I highly encourage you to give it a try—it’s the ultimate treasure hunt. Full Article Below Source How to Grow Dahlias from Seed Written by Floret One of the most exciting and surprising discoveries I made on my dahlia-growing...

A Guide To Profitability In The New Year

A Guide To Profitability In The New Year

Some actionable steps to take as we start the new year. Full Article Below Source FLOWERING PROFITS: A GUIDE TO PEAK PROFITABILITY IN THE NEW YEAR AND BEYOND JANUARY 3, 2024 RIO ROSES FLORAL MARKETING STRATEGIES In the ever-blooming world of the floral...

A Storm of Sky Blue and Bright White

A Storm of Sky Blue and Bright White

Award-winning design created during the flower and art festival in Ksiaz Castle, Poland. Full Article Below Source Thursd A Storm of Sky Blue and Bright White I'm honored to talk about my award-winning design created during the flower and art festival in Ksiaz Castle....

Amaranth Design Inspiration

Amaranth Design Inspiration

If you follow floral trends, you’re sure to have seen amaranth make an appearance. Full Article Below Source AMARANTH FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS Jamali Gardens Blog 1/2023 If you follow floral trends, you’re sure to have seen amaranth make an appearance. While amaranth...

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