Flowers Around the Globe
John Klingel, AAF, AIFD, PFCI, judges the Interflora World Cup
By Heidi Anderson, editor
The 13th Interflora World Cup was held March 26-28, 2010, in Shanghai, China. The prestigious floral art competition, held every four years, showcases the highest standard of domestic floristry. Aiming to advance the...
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Florida Center for Floral Studies
Welcome and Learn
As one of the nation’s top rated floral career schools we bring the very latest into the classroom, consequently giving our students a competitive edge. In today’s floral industry trends in design, as well as, business procedures are constantly changing. To meet the demands...
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South Florida Center for Floral Studies
ADVANCED CLASS FD-102
Classes are held Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm continuously.
Advanced Classes usually follow the Basic Classes. It is highly recommended that students invest their time and money by taking both courses.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Credential issued: Diploma
Program...
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CARE and HANDLING of FRESH CUT FLOWERS
FOR RETAIL FLORISTS
Buy the freshest flowers available. Know what you are buying and check to make sure your sources are committed to quality.
Flowers exposed to ethylene fail to open or have a wilted appearance. Process flowers immediately upon arrival. Remove foliage...
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“People, like diamonds, have a basic market value, but it is only after they have been polished, that the world will pay their real value.”
William Thourlby
Dear John,
Wanted to let you know the Introductory Floral Design course we attended was phenomenal and fun. You are a gifted teacher and a fantastic...
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