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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
Things to do in a lockdown – COVID-19
Yesterday I visited my local market as I do most weeks, it’s usually one of my favourite things to do. However yesterday was different, as I stood in the crowd of people, some weary masks, I felt a sudden surge of panic. Having experienced many panic attacks before I knew the signs all too well,Read more
Nature provides Hope
So much has transpired over the past months as the bush fires raged through the country. My mum’s town was evacuated and all surrounding towns were burnt out, we are grateful to the universe for keeping her safe and for the brave, selfless and tireless work of the fire-fighters. The power of human spirit collectivelyRead 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
5 Ways That Flowers Can Improve Your Mental Wellbeing
Do flowers really make us happy? Studies conducted by Dr Jeanette Haviland at Rutgers University would suggest so. While it certainly is great to have the scientific evidence to back it, artists, poets, florists and gardeners have known this anecdotally for centuries. There are many creative, hands-on methods that are effective in helping those strivingRead more
BLOOM SPOTLIGHT: Bunny Tail Grass
Is there anything more adorable that Bunny Tail grass?! Lagurus ovatus, Bunny tail grass or Hare’s Tail grass, features small creamy white tuffs on top of quite pliable stems, with longer brown bristly spikes coming out of the fluff! Native to the Mediterranean but now found in all areas of Australia except theRead more