Hints & Tips

Practical advice on flower arranging techniques and getting started in floristry. Articles explain vase selection, colour theory, bouquet basics and extending display life.

Are You a Good Fit for Floristry?

Check if you have what it takes to succeed as a florist with this quick self-assessment questionnaire.

Arranging Flowers in a Vase

Turn a handful of garden flowers into a beautiful vase arrangement with simple tips on containers, color, and design.

Choosing Vases

Pick the right vase and your flowers will shine, so here's how to match shape, size and style to your arrangement.

Create Longer Lasting Floral Displays

Keep cut flowers fresh longer by choosing blooms carefully, conditioning stems properly, and maintaining moisture throughout your arrangement.

Creating a Basic Bouquet

A hand-tied bouquet made with quality flowers and proper technique will last longer and look better than supermarket bunches.

Finishing Touches for a Floral Arrangement

Small finishing touches like gift wrapping can set your florist business apart from supermarket competition and build your brand.

Flower Arranging: Colours and Meanings

What different flower colours mean and how to use them to send the right message with your arrangements.

Growing Fresh Herbs

Start growing your own herbs at home with tips on containers, soil, and care for fresh plants that pay off in the kitchen.

How to Create a Floral Head Dress

Make a floral head dress using craft wire, hot glue and fresh flowers for a pretty hands-free look.

Keeping Flowers Fresher for Longer

Simple tricks like recutting stems and changing water regularly can keep your cut flowers looking fresh for days longer.

Stylish Flowers for the Home

Match your flower displays to your home's style and use colour, focal points and containers to create arrangements with real impact.

Use Inspiration from a Flower Show

Get flower ideas and tips by visiting a flower show, from arrangement designs to gardening advice from experts and other enthusiasts.

Working with Silk Flowers

Silk flowers offer florists and customers a long-lasting, low-maintenance alternative that's now realistic enough to rival fresh blooms.