Florist shows & events

Tom De Houwer's floral translation of Urban Roots at Fleuramour 2018

Belgian floral artist, Tom De Houwer transformed the Alden Biesen Courtyard into a gorgeous and powerful depiction of the sheer strength of Mother Nature

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Gigantic floral spectacle at Bloemen Corso Zundert 2018

The town of Zundert comes alive every first Sunday of September as visitors and locals alike converge to celebrate one of the biggest flower parades ever

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7 TOP REASONS TO ATTEND BFA FLEUREX 2018

BFA FleurEx – the UK trade show for professional floristry - is back with a bang! 2018 marks the 10th anniversary of the show.

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Araik Galstyan presents 2018 Bridal Bouquet Trends

The show by Araik, held alongside Expo Russia -Kazakhstan at the Rixos Almaty Hotel featured stunning and trendy floral design options for modern brides

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Floral Fundamentals Ambassadors had a gorgeous exhibit at the Chelsea Flower Show

During the recently held RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Floral Fundamentals ambassadors created a beautiful floral exhibit using various flowers and plants.

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More international attention attracting Dutch Lily Days starts June 5

On Tuesday, June 5, Zabo Plant is the proud host for the official opening of the seventh Dutch Lily Days. The company located in ’t Zand is one of 14 ...

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Florists meet 'Always Kalanchoe' Growers

The Kalanchoe assortment of the collective 'Always Kalanchoe' will take place at the Royal FloraHolland House at the Seasonal Trade Fair in Naaldwijk on...

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IPM ESSEN 2018 LURES VISITORS WITH ATTRACTIVE SUPPORTING PROGRAMME

Trade Association of German Florists - Federal Association (FDF) will present varied live shows with floral designers from around the world

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FLORISTS WILL BE SPOILED AT "WORLD OF FLOWERS" DURING IFTF

Star florists to entertain and inspire you. Gorgeous exhibits to help explain the latest consumer trends and insights. Workshops about the secrets

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Florists enchant with Christmas presentations at Winter Moments

Christmas and flower lovers should attend Winter Moments with Flowers to be held in Bruges from 25 to 28 November 2017. 

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IFTF WANTS FLORISTS TO ATTEND

Attracting florists became a real point of attention a couple of years ago and as a result integration of this important part of floriculture chain.

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The European Young Florist Conference 2017: an eye-opening panel discussion

Bring 10 young florists from all over Europe together at the table and have them speak their minds on the state of the industry.

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"THE FOUR SEASONS OF ANTONIO VIVALDI" by Angelica Lacarbonara at FleurAmour 2017

Tasked with decorating the Lower Bottom of Alden Biesen Castle during Fleuramour 2017 was Italian floral designer Angelica Lacarbonara.

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WHY VISIT THE IFTF COMING NOVEMBER

IFTF is the International Floriculture Trade Fair and on this platform, the world floriculture industry gets together every year (8-10 November 2017) 

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PARTICIPANTS OF WIM HAZELAAR TROPHY KNOWN

On November 8th en 9th 12 participants will compete at the IFTF for the Wim Hazelaar Trophy. This year with participants from several countries.

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Union Fleurs 2017 General Assembly in Poland

Blooming opportunities & a stimulating outlook for the future was the theme during this year's General Assembly of Union Fleurs

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Dümmen Orange is the main sponsor of BLOEMKUNST2017!

As in previous years, the most beautiful plants and the finest cut flowers the Netherlands has to offer will once again be on display at Groeneveld Cast...

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TOP NAME LINE UP FOR LEEDS CASTLE FLOWER

Floral stars will gather at Leeds Castle in Maidstone, Kent in September to transform what has already been described as the loveliest castlein the world

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The 2017 European Championship for Young Florists: here’s what you need to know!

Eurofleurs 2017 – the European Championship for Young Florists – is celebrated on September 17 and 18 in Belgium. 

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AIFD Held an Xceptionally Successful Symposium

Over 800 floral design artists converged in Seattle to see creative designs, entertaining events and inspiration like never seen before.

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Dutch garden at Disneyland Paris officially opened

The garden is located at Disney's Newport Bay Club hotel is a symphony of colors and an attraction in itself.

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Get inspired! at the 4th International Florists’ Congress at Tendence

For the first time, the International Florists’ Congress of Lehner Wolle will be held within the framework of Tendence in Frankfurt am Main.

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This year's official opening of Dutch Lily Days is at Van den Bos Flowerbulbs

This will be the seventh time that the annual open days for the whole of the lily-cultivating Netherlands have been held.

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Lily League prolongs during Dutch Lily Days 2017

Due to the positive feedback from people in the Lily Industry regarding the Lily League® initiative in 2016, there will be a sequel in 2017. 

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Grand installation by Dennis Kneepkens at Flower Festival Timfloralis, Romania

April is a month of celebrations, especially for Timisoara, Romania. Every year the city hosts numerous festivals, with flower festival Timfloralis bein...

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10,000 tulips to fill the residence of the US-Dutch ambassador

The Royal Netherlands Embassy will celebrate Dutch Tulip Days 2017 at the residence of Ambassador Henne Schuwer, April 5-7, with a series of special eve...

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Lily cultivation continues a rising trend with 7th Dutch Lily Days

The collective presentation of Dutch lily cultivation has secured a fixed position on the international calendar. This is an obvious conclusion to be dr...

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The tasks and regulations for Eurofleurs 2017, the European Championship for Young Florists!

September 15, Europe’s most talented young florists will descend on Belgium during the exciting European Championship for junior florists. 

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Tulip Trade Event gets ready for second edition

The preparations have already started for the second tulip event planned for 15 to 17 March 2017. 

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Tulip season opens on January 21 with 200.000 tulips on Dam Square

On Saturday morning, 21 January 2017, tulip growers will create the ‘Dutch Design garden' using 200,000 tulips on Dam Square in Amsterdam.

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2017 International Floral Design Trend Forum COHIM

On 15th, Dec. 2016, The Global Floral Design Trend And Master Forum “Share and Future” hosted by Cohim Flower School was held!

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Emirates A380 replica in full bloom at Dubai Miracle Garden

The floral installation was constructed through using more than 500,000 fresh flowers and plants, in full bloom it will have 5 million flowers 

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2017 Global Floral Design Trend Forum by Masters

15th-16th Dec, 2017 global floral design trend forum “Sharing and Future” by masters will be hosted by COHIM FLOWER SCHOOL in Beijing

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“Flickering Flame” in the Garden by Floral Designer Fabio Pedone at Fleur Amour 2016

At Fleur Amour 2016, Fabio Pedone's project was called Flickering Flame. He was assisted by floral designers Mauro Arnesano and Cesare Bianchi

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Exhibition Stand designed as a beautiful Italian Garden Wedding

Emilio together with Luciana Galletta created a magnificent Italian Garden themed wedding set-up right on the exhibition floor.

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Dümmen Orange main sponsor BLOEMKUNST2016!

The best and the most beautiful in Dutch plants and cut flowers come together for the elegant and inspiring floral art event BLOEMKUNST 2016! 

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Whimsical tea party by Dennis Kneepkens at Leeds Castle Festival of Flowers

For its Festival of Flowers, Leeds Castle hosts numerous designers from all over the globe. It is a way to celebrate previous owner of the castle Lady B...

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Fountain decoration by Dennis Kneepkens at Festival of Flowers, Leeds Castle

From Saturday 24 to Wednesday 28 September Leeds Castle in Kent, UK, hosted their yearly Festival of Flowers. Following the theme 'A Queens Castle'

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Seastar! by Ulviya Akhmedova at Fleur Amour 2016

Checkout the underwaterwold created by Ulviya Akhmedova. A special design made this year at Fleuramour.

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"Hovering Waterdrops" by Pirjo Koppi at Fleur Amour 2016

I have wanted to design something light, hovering for a long time now. The thought has intrigued me for a long time. Inside a definite form

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Feelings! by Hanneke Frankema & Max Van de Sluis at Fleur Amour 2016

A unique floral decoration in the courtyard of the Castle by  Hanneke & Max called 'Feeling. checkout the making-of interview article

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"Firedrops" by Lucinda van der Ploeg at Fleur Amour 2016

The theme for the 2016 edition of FleurAmour was the four elements of earth, water, air and fire. Floral designer Lucinda created a series of firedrops!

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”SURREAL DIMENSION” by Angelica Lacarbonara at Fleur Amour 2016

The theme for the 2016 edition of FleurAmour was the four elements of earth, water, air and fire. Angelica Lacarbonara project was Surreal Dimensions.

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The Earth - Eternal Promise by Alex Choi at Fleur Amour 2016

The theme for the 2016 edition of FleurAmour Passion for Flowers flower design event was centered around the four elements of earth, water, air and fire...

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"Follow the Sun!" by Peter Boeijkens, Jan Aartsen, Frank Timmerman, Fleur Amour 2016

The theme for the 2016 edition of FleurAmour was the four elements of earth, water, air and fire. Floral designers Peter and Jan created Zon!

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"Chrysanthemums on fire" by Peter van der sluis at Fleur Amour 2016

The theme for the 2016 edition of FleurAmour was the four elements of earth, water, air and fire. Peter's creation was called Chrysanthemums on fi

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Green Wave! by Rudi Casati & Claudio Montecampi at Fleur Amour 2016

The theme for the 2016 edition of FleurAmour was the four elements of earth, water, air and fire. Floral designers Rudi and Claudio created a Green Wave!

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Preparations for the National Summer Flowers Exhibition in full swing

After a successful Floating Parade, preparations for the National Summer Flowers Exhibition is now in full swing.

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UK Royalty among visitors at the 2016 Chelsea Flower Show

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and other members of the Royal Family graced this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show at the Chelsea Royal Hospital. 

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Blooms Over the OC! Floral Designers to Spread Cheer in California

Veterans and patients at local hospitals and retirement facilities in Orange County, Calif. will be in for a cheerful floral surprise from AIFD members 

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Floral Designers Will Find “Inspiration” in Orange County This Summer

Floral designers across the world will find “Inspiration” like never before in Orange County for the AIFD National Symposium July 3-7

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Romantic flower installation by Dennis Kneepkens at Timfloralis

The city of Timisoara, also known as the City of Roses, Romania hosts many events throughout the year. One of their most spectacular being flower festiv...

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Lilies get their own top 50 during Dutch Lily Days with Lily League

Visitors and all those who are interested will get the opportunity to nominate their favourite varieties during this yearly event.

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Flower styling for daredevils

What do you get when you combine flower stylists, many flowers, plants, accessories and a camera? The Flower Factor Floral Tweet Jam.

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WILL YOU BE SHADOW JUDGING THE EUROPA CUP 2016 IN GENOA..?

Between April 3 and 10, there will be two Judges Certification courses organized around the Florint Europa Cup 2016 in Genoa, Italy. 

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE EUROPEAN FLORIST CHAMPIONSHIP

Alongside countless budding flowers, spring of 2016 will herald the coming of the most important floristry event of the year: the Europa Cup 2016. Genoa

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FLORISTRY AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL - IPM ESSEN 2016

In the FDF Florist Event Centre, top international floristry is on the programme. The FDF stage will out the stars of the scene in the spotlight.

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IFTF Expo 2015 Best Edition Ever!

The 6th edition grew to a peak towards the last day of the show. Both exhibitors as well as visitors were extremely satisfied with the demand and supply.

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IFTF Expo 6th Edition Count Down

Five days before IFTF 2015 will open its doors, the International Floriculture Trade Fair is being built up almost around the clock. 

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Beautiful Porta Nova Red Naomi bouquet by Hanneke Frankema

During the recently held Floral Tweet Jam, the celebrated floral designer created an amazing bouquet using Porta Nova Red Naomi roses.

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First Ever Proflora America’s Cup

The 1st ever Proflora America’s Cup is set to be held 28th – 30th October in Corferias Bogota during this year’s Proflora Flower Trade Show

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The Future of Floristry, for the Future of the Florist

IFTF 2015 in Vijfhuizen will present future-minded florists with the Flower Shop of the Future, during the florist event IFTF World of Flowers. 

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"Inside our mind" by David Vasquez at FleurAmour 2015

During Fleuramour 2015 in Alden Biesen the floral designer David Vasquez was asked to create a floral design work in the "Basement" of the Castle of Alden Biesen.

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Flower designer Per Benjamin to perform at Nordic Flower Expo 2016

Organisers of the green trade show, Nordic Flower Expo have approached Per Benjamin to take part in the side program of the show in March 2016.

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"Mono Lisi en Friends Flower Party" by Robin & Dirk van Nuffelen

Robin & Dirk van Nuffelen were asked to create a floral design work in the "Dungeon" of the castle of Alden Biesen during Fleuramour 2015

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Inspiring excursions during the IFTF and FloraHolland Trade Fair

HollandDoor Coöperatie U.A. is an independent specialist for training, study and business networking in the agricultural sector.

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Huge Presence of the 4 Most Important Flower Producing Countries at This Year’s IFTF

Over 250 flower growers from Ecuador, Colombia, Kenya and Ethiopia alone have confirmed participating this year in IFTF Vijfhuizen

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‘Nature’s healing Light’ by Lucinda van der Ploeg at FleurAmour 2015

Lucinda van der Ploeg decorated the "Salon Belderbusch" of the castle of Alden Biesen for the 20Th edition of Fleuramour.

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Lily dining experience by Dennis Kneepkens at Leeds Castle

Every year Leeds Castle in Kent, England hosts its Festival of Flowers. From the 22nd to the 27th of September visitors were able to visit the castle's

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Style meets Taste

On 15 and 16 October some 250 students and amateur florists will compete for the title of Dutch Champion at the Deventer Theatre.

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SUMMER PARADISE PARTY by Jantine van Bruggen at Fleuramour 2015

Jantine created a design that has a sense of a summer paradise party. It includes all of the senses and gives you a summery vibe!

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"Lifetimes connection" by Ukrainian florist's society at FleurAmour 2015

This year the Ukrainian florist's society is back again to decorate the bridge at the entrance of the castle of Alden biesen.

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Rosae-icosidodecahedron by Fabio Pedone at FleurAmour 2015

Fabio Pedone was asked to create a floral design work "In the Garden" of the Castle at Alden Biesen. 

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"Under Construction" by Peter Boeijkens and Frank Timmerman at FleurAmour 2015

"Reuschenberg" room has a very long table that challanges the floral designer each year. Together with their team of floral designers the go

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A true celebration of 20 years of floral delight with Tomas De Bruyne

I was requested to create a design with great visual impact that will reflect the 20 years of the Fleuramour event, all captured in a festive atmosphere.

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"Internal reflections" by Stijn Simaeys at FleurAmour 2015

The Church is one of the most prestige’s projects at Fleuramour and for the 20th anniversary Stijn was honored to decorate it for his special edition

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"CONFETTI" by ULVIYA AKHMEDOVA at FleurAmour 2015

ULVIYA AKHMEDOVA from Moscow was asked to create a floral design work in the "Het Salon" of the castle at Alden Biesen

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"A Botanical Dream" by Rudy Casati and Antonio Trentini

My project is an imaginary trip in kingdom of light and shadow where every botanical material become a kind of little planet......

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"The Casket of Vitality " by Angelica Lacarbonara and Gualtiero Tesi at FleurAmour 2015

As supporters from Fleuramour they had a room last year and were eager to come back for this special edition.

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"Frozen in Time" by Bart van Didden at Fleuramour

Fascinated by natural processes and butterflies Bart got to work to decorate "The secrest secretariat" at the castle of Alden Beisen.

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The beauty of the moment / flower mandala’s by Moniek vanden Berghe

Mandala’s can be created by individuals to symbolize their journeys trough live. Checkout how Moniek decorated the "Tower Chamber" at Fleur

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Giant 'Floral-Jam Scoop' by designer Ulviya Akhmedova

Her composition was a larger than life depiction of a spoon with floral jam dripping from it in a 'tasty' colouful way into a giant bowl. 

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Floral Tweet Jam inspires and connects

Early September Flower Factor organized for the 6th time a Floral TweetJam. The theme this time was Vintage Fall & involved more than 30 designers.

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IFTF wants more florists at the trade fair

Mainlly has breeders, growers, wholesalers & retailers. A special florist event, IFTF World of Flowers, has now been developed to attract florists as well

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Red Naomi forms Part of Winning ‘English Carnival’ At RHS Tatton Park Show

The creation was an interplay of beautiful colors, creative floristry and had a very lively touch to it. By Joe Massie & UK School of Floristry students

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FleurAmour set to Celebrate 20 Year Anniversary in style

This year’s FleurAmour is a festive edition marking 20 years since the event’s inception and will be marked with more flowers and better experi

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Get ‘teleported’ to a Dutch Flower Farm – unveiling the Beam me up Booths

“Beam me up Booth”; to be unveiled at BFA Fleurex 2015 allows one a unique 3D flower farm experience without having to travel a single mile.

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10 reasons why you can’t miss going to FleurEx 2015

Check out these ten exciting reasons why you should visit the forthcoming FleurEx 2015 set to held at the Chesford Grange Hotel 17/18 October

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Open to ALL FLORISTS

FleurEx is the industry’s annual tradeshow, now in its 8th year, and ticket sales are already breaking records! 

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“Roses and Love” : Florists’ Expression with 1000 Red Naomi roses

Laltralinfa Floral School created a large love heart, filled with 1000 Red Naomi Porta Nova roses to bring out the theme at Les Journées de la Rose

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Bloem and Lifestyle with 12 Red Naomi Porta Nova hearts at Westland Floating Parade

Red Naomi Porta Nova hearts that were part of their decoration brought out the theme on their boat named Valentines Day. Check out making-of story & vi

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TV star Désirée Nosbusch to host World Cup grand finale and gala

The actress and presenter, is fluent in Luxembourgish German, English, French, Italian and Spanish a fitting match for Fleurop Interflora WC.

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Neil Whittaker is the representative for Great Britain

Neil will be the official representative for Great Britain during the forthcoming Fleurop-Interflora World Cup 2015 to be held in Berlin on July 13th.

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Red Naomi Wishing Well at IPM Essen 2015

The floral wishing well was created by florists Jan De Ridder, Ania and Aniko at the IPM Essen 2015 using top quality Red Naomi roses from Porta Nova

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FLEURAMOUR Alden Biesen Celibrates 20th edition in September- time to block your agenda

Twenty years of Fleuramour in Alden Biesen means twenty years of purest floristry. No other event in the world has managed to bring so many flowers, flo...

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Start the spring off right with the Seasonal Trade Fair

Just two more days and then it's time: the FloraHolland Seasonal Trade Fair starts on Wednesday, March 18. 

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Japan Representative at Fleurop Iterflora World Cup 2015

Aritaka Nakamura emerged winner during the Tokyo Flower Awards, qualifying as the Japanese representative at the Fleurop-Interflora event in Berlin.

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Jacob McCall is the US representative at Fleurop-Interflora World Cup

FTD selected McCall to represent the U.S. due to his impressive design competition credentials and his passion for positively promoting floral artistry...

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Runway Fantasies Inspired & Created from Nature

Looking back in November 2014, when the Naples Botanical gardens came alive during its 11th edition of the Hats in the Garden event. Simply Spectacular.

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Have a seat!.....Vegetative chairs at Alden Biesen Castle

During The Event in Alden Biesen student had to make a vegetative chair. Checkout the results. Which one would you pick?

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Dennis Kneepkens floating Chrysanthemum Dream at festival Flowers at Oxford

For festival Flowers at Oxford designers invited to create a selection of inspiring floral designs. Amongst them Dutch designer Dennis Kneepkens.

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Asocolflores Donates Flowers to the Antioquia Back-saddle Flower Artisans

The customary Flower Swap kicked off the 57th Medellin Flower Festival in Colombia in the midst of the delivery of the first 500,000 stems

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5th New York Flower Festival

The 5th New York Flower Festival was held from the 22nd to the 29th of June.

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Enchanted Calandiva

The Flower Event Alden Biesen in Bilzen (Belgium) has proven itself throughout the years. This annual event surprises visitors every single time.

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Fleurops Young Wild Guns’ Inspiring Movie Ahead of World Cup 2015

They travel around the world and inspire the world for Fleurop-Interflora World Cup 2015 in Berlin! Be part of it! 

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Top-Quality Floristry in the FDF Event Centre - IPM ESSEN 2014

For the first time, the German master florists Jürgen Herold, Thomas Gröhbühl and Stefan Göttle presented trendy spring floristry

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Theo Boerma Cup 2013 at I.F.T.F.

Fabio Pedone, winner of the Theo Boerm Cup 2013 speaks about the competition held at the IFTF. 

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Magical Forest @ Fleuramour 2013

A Magical Forest during Fleuramour 2013. Made with wonderfull Cymbidiums and painted branches in a wonderfull colour combination.

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Flower dress welcomes visitors @Fleuramour 2013

Visitors to Fleuramour 2013 were welcomed at the register by a lovely floral dress made out of Hydrangeas by Els Vuylsteke. 

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Roaring Twenties @Fleuramour

With its roaring 20’s vibe, this room, at Alden Biesen made me feel like inviting some friends over to dress up and have a wild dinner party

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Fields of floral gold - @Fleuramour

Armed with only Grain, Wire & Gerberas from Holstein they managed to create an incredible construction. It took two days and nights to finish

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A PORTA NOVA WISHING WELL; BY JAN DE RIDDER

At the Fleuramour floral design event in Alden Biesen, designer Jan de Ridder created a floral "Wishing Well" with Porta Nova Red Naomi roses

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MOMENTO - By Lana Bates

Our lives are just a moment between past and future. Such a short moment full of happiness and sorrow, hopes and losses and hopes again!

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Floral Wonderworld @Fleuramour

I wanted to transform the courtyard into a magical “Floral  Wonderworld. Where a Fairy wanders carefree and waters the flowers.

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Rare owl spoted on attic Castle Alden Biesen

Student from had to create an Owl out of floral foam and vegetative material. See the beautiful results..

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Story of the circle by Laura Leong

The story began with the circle shape as inspiration, the design focuses solely on Lisianthus, which have a beautiful circular form when viewed from above

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A floral Zen ambiance by Stefan van Berlo

With this trifold creation, Stefan van Berlo created a Zen like floral ambiance while at the same time struck a balance

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Norway won the European Championship of Young florists - Eurofleurs 2013

After the final part of competitions of the European Championship of Young Florists - Eurofleurs 2013, which ended just before midnight the 7th of Septe...

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Autumn Fair set for September 4 - 5 at FloraHolland, Naaldwijk

In this trade fair the focus lies on the seasonal products for the autumn. FloraHolland suppliers present a broad assortment

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