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Are locally grown flowers really better than imports?
Imported flowers are all too common here in Australia, and you’ve more than likely had a bunch in your vase at some point. The ABC reported that in the winter months, as much as 90% of cut flowers sold in Australia are imports. So why is this happening when we are surrounded by local flowerRead more
10 Sustainable Flower Growers in Victoria – Part 1
There has been a resurgence of sustainable, “slow flower” farmers across Australia recently. The benefits of buying locally and sustainably grown flowers are endless: lower emissions, supporting local farmers, zero toxic fumigation, and less time travelling––meaning the flowers have more time to look their best! It’s always worth googling for local growers in your area,Read more
What Are The Best Floral Foam Alternatives?
When floral foam was invented in the U.S. back in 1954, it quickly took over the floristry industry, becoming a florist’s best friend. A block of green, sponge-like foam that not only holds flowers in place but keeps them hydrated and easy to transport? It was a dream come true. Fast-track to the present day,Read more
Flower Industry Australia launches with a national vision of one industry together – unite, protect and connect.
Flower Industry Australia launches with a national vision of one industry together to unite, protect and connect. Flower Industry Australia (FIA) , a newly formed nationally represented peak body for flower growers and florists, will officially launch this month. With the mantra of “unite, protect and connect” it aims to provide national advocacy for macroRead more
Weathering the storm ⛈ of forced change
In January I wrote a post about the floristry industry being recession-proof, which I still stand by today. That doesn’t mean your business will be recession-proof but the industry will. How can you be one of the survivors? There is no doubt there will be casualties in all industries, and I predict a greatRead more
Is the Floral Industry Recession-Proof?
Are we entering into a recession? If you believe the media and politicians then yes, apparently so! With the recent bush fires, terrorist attacks and the outbreak of the Coronavirus many people are certainly feeling the fear. History shows us that during such times of recession and depressions, the few industries that survived and evenRead more
Ponderosa & Thyme Workshop
It is my pleasure to introduce today’s guest blogger & Bloom graduate ‘Liz Wise’. Liz was a recent participant at a Ponderosa & Thyme workshop in Suffolk England. Liz has kindly put her magical experience into words and images for us to enjoy. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I have, YvetteRead more
2019 Career Change Graduates – 2 Day CLASS
We couldn’t be more happy & proud of our 2 Day Career Change Course students coming to the end of their course!⠀ Thank you to the lovely Meah from @settle_petal_flowers for joining us on this journey to start a new & creatively fulfilling career! We can’t wait to see what you do next Meah!⠀ ClickRead more
BLOOM IN BUSINESS: 3 Week MINI Course
Don’t forget our Bloom In Business 3 Week Mini Course is coming up in July. ⠀ This small business course has been created by Bloom College founder, Yvette Timmins, who has been in the floristry industry for 28 years. Through 3 videos lessons, Yvette guides you through the 3 MUST HAVES for creating a successfulRead more
Wedding Flowers Intensive Workshop
These stunning macro shots of the flowers used in a previous Wedding Flowers Intensive workshop were taken by @sarataylorphotos For each Wedding Intensive workshop we run, we have a professional photographer document the experience and the photos can be used to promote yourself and your business or can just be a lovely souvenir to rememberRead more