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Blooming Sales With Wedding/Event Planning Software
Florist-specific software for planning weddings and events offers the potential for increased efficiency, sales and, of course, profits. By Brenda Silva Flower retailers looking to increase their shop efficiency, sales and profits can benefit from florist-specific...
Best in Blooms Contest November 2021
BEST IN BLOOMS November CONTESTfeel free to -oWin a Florist Spotlight feature in Florists' Review magazine and have your work featured across all of our social media platforms, AND win a $500 credit with Alexandra Farms!!!! Submit your entry below to become a...
Dried Wall Installation with Beth O’Reilly AIFD, CFD, TMF
Floral Design by Beth O'Reilly AIFD,CFD,TMF Photos by Bill Doran Company, Houston, Texas Capitalize on the Resurgence in Popularity of Dried Botanicals with Décor Pieces Floral décor for walls can be created not only for home and office environments (for which this...
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...
Master Your Fall Flower Potential
Care and handling tips for 10 of the season’s most spectacular flowers. By Tonneli Grüetter Use these tips and tricks to make your inventory of autumn flowers last longer and shine brighter. This harvest season, you will see new cut flower varieties rise above the...
Wreaths For Every Occasion
With Interest in Wreaths Exploding, Discover the Latest Trends in this Category of Floral Design By Tonneli Grüetter The wreath business is big. But has your business fully tapped into this a booming niche? From easy-selling dried wreaths to the heartfelt floral...
Best in Blooms
“Best in Blooms” Meet the finalists and Winner in the September edition of Florists’ Review’s bimonthly flower design contest. By Nita Robertson AIFD, CFD Florists’ Review is excited to present the finalists in our September “Best in Blooms” flower design...
Which Website is Best for My Flower Shop?
How to choose, build or upgrade a site that will be perfect site for your business. By Alex Frost Every week, this is, by far, the most common question we receive at QuickFlora from flower shop owners and managers. We wish there was a quick and easy answer to this...
Houseplant Boom
Houseplant Appeal Grows with Younger Generations Millennials and multi-generation businesses are key factors for increased houseplant sales. By Brenda Silva Millennials and the oldest third of Generation Z are key demographics spurring the demand for houseplants, and...
Flower Photography Guide
Documenting your fabulous floral designs in photos is becoming increasing important for your marketing efforts. Here are nine tips for taking better flower photos. By Tonneli Grüetter The global cut flower industry is expected to grow to more than $49 million in...
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Centerpiece Innovation
"With its lightweight and reusable components, this texturally complex composition introduces a concept with versatility and limitless applications" MATERIALS ‘Edith’ (Auspluto) and ‘Juliet’ (Ausjameson) David Austin English Garden Roses (Rosa hybrida) from...
Bag in Bloom
"Texturally contrasting elements overflow from a clever novelty Mother’s Day design" MATERIALS Dendrobium phalaenopsis ‘Triple Fantasy’, kangaroo paws (Anigozanthos flavidus), Persian buttercups (Ranunculus asiaticus), pincushion flowers (Scabiosa atropurpurea...
Artsy Accessory
"Miniature moth orchids and foam triangles combine to form a contemporary floral necklace" Think outside the jewelry box! This simple yet sophisticated statement piece is well-suited for modern brides, art lovers and fashion trendsetters alike. Its high-end optics...
Trending Now
"Moth orchids fused with gold textural leaves forms stylish wearable accessories" MATERIALS Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis amabilis), flaming Katy (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana), tutsan (Hypericum androsaemum), broom (Genista spp.) and succulent (Echeveria agavoides ‘Purple...
Rock the Boat
"A modernistic centerpiece, with ebb and flow, to disrupt conventional thinking" To appeal to consumers who look to you for things contemporary and creative, artistic and avant-garde, this unconventional composition is both a show-stopper and conversation-starter....
Butterflies and Blooms
"Nothing says spring has sprung like nature’s choreography of butterflies dancing with newly opened blooms." MATERIALS Windflowers (Anemone coronaria) from The Sun Valley Group; anglojap yew (Taxus x media) and 3” butterflies on wires from suppliers of your choice;...
Creative Conductivity
"Floral electricity sparks a modern aesthetic with an eclectic fl ower combination grounded in copper-footed tubes" MATERIALS Moth orchids (Phalaenopsis amabilis), callas (Zantedeschia aethiopica), tulips (Tulipa hybrida), pencil tree (Euphorbia tirucalli), false...
Standing Ovation
"Blooms rise from a eggshell-mosaic ovoid and redefine standing bouquets of yesterday" Inspiration meets imagination as Phalaenopsis orchids, roses and much more appear almost hatched from a unique and highly texturized eggshell structure that hides mechanics and is...
Bulb Flowers
"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...
Flowers Rock The GRAMMYs!
The entire red carpet was in flower, thanks to botanical artist Tu Bloom and his design team. This was the fifth year Suntory Flowers partnered with Bloom. New this year, were BluOcean chrysanthemums from the Florigene division in South America. Bloom and his team...
FloraCraft Releases Two New Products
Noting a rise in the popularity of bottle and mug bouquets on social media, especially on TikTok, the FloraCraft design team developed FloraCheers!® Bottle Bouquet Rings and Cup o' Cheer® Mug Plugs. to make these viral ideas easier for anyone to create. Full Article...
Why Florists Should Embrace Software for Wedding Proposals
By Nita Robertson AIFD, CFD In the intricate world of wedding planning, every detail matters. For florists, creating stunning wedding proposals is an art form that requires precision, creativity, and attention to detail. In today's digital age, the integration of...
Rosaprima Announces the Acquisition of Ecuatorian Flowers
Source: Rosaprima Press Release Miami, FL – February 6, 2023 – Rosaprima, the premier grower of high-end luxury roses, has finalized the acquisition of Ecuatorian Flowers, a large well-respected flower farm located in the Cayambe growing region of Ecuador. This recent...
Sun Valley Shares Valentine’s Day Update
Bill Prescott, Director of Sales and Marketing at Sun Valley Floral Farms, reports strong sales, particularly for tulips, lily, and Iris this Valentine's Day season. See Full Article Below Source Floraldaily.com Bill Prescott, Sun Valley Floral Farms, gives...
JLO Makes Waves with Flower Coat from 7000 Rose Petals
JLO, or Jennifer Lopez, understands the allure of floral fashion. This was evident at the Paris fashion shows where she donned a striking ensemble: a coat crafted from 7,000 real rose petals, meticulously preserved with sugar water. Source Flowerpowerdaily Read Full...
New plant-based paper for flowers and plants
Decowraps proudly collaborates with partner Out-Nature to introduce their latest innovation: Silphie paper packaging - "a revolutionary step towards a greener and more responsible use of paper in horticulture." Full Article Below Source Silphie paper packaging New...
International Gerbera Month
Gerbs are perfect for International Women's Day, Spring, and all the spring holidays," says Ryan Black, Marketing Director at Jet Fresh Flower Distributors. Jet Fresh Flowers is gearing up for a season filled with color, creativity, and exclusive offers. Source: Press...
LED Candles VS. Real Candles
Learn more about the pros and cons of real candles verse LED options. Full Article Below Source Jamali Garden Supplies Blog LED CANDLES VS. REAL CANDLES: WHICH IS BEST FOR A WEDDING? Candles are a vital feature of wedding decor, adding to the mood and creating an...
