A King Protea. South Africa’s national flower. After an exhausting 16 ½-hour flight to Johannesburg, I was met in the airport with the gift of a fresh bloom. Refreshed by the South African thoughtfulness of a King Protea “welcome”, I was reminded of the Hawaiian “aloha” tradition of greeting people with[...]

Almost everyone has a Valentine - someone they’d love to surprise with a gift. That’s good news for florists making plans for their holiday sales. While a hectic Valentine’s Day may not feel like a “bed of roses” for hardworking designers, shop holiday profits often come “dressed for success” in[...]

A flower shop’s busy holiday season requires some quick and easy designs for fast everyday deliveries and gift-giving cheer. Add a playful spirit to an otherwise hectic workday by experimenting with new decorative containers and accents. Something as simple as ceramic trees and birds can update a traditional look. For holiday inspiration,[...]