“Where flowers bloom,
so does hope.”
Happy Canyon Florist
Whoever said “It takes a village” must have had Happy Canyon Flowers in Denver, Colo., in mind. This unique gift store boutique is a successful niche business model founded on out-of-the-box retail
Instagrammer of the month – May
He’s been the mayor of the small town of Clayton, N.C., since 2003. But Jody McLeod, AIFD, NCCPF, is also a longtime florist who’s been in the retail floral industry as a shop owner
Bart Hassam Respecting the Flower
In the floral industry, many of our “rock stars” are internationally renowned designers and “World Cup” champions. When we are in their presence, there is a sense of awe and hero worship.
FlowerSchool New York
Located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, FlowerSchool New York is where students are trained
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