The delight of budding

Flowers, plants and season have a magical connection. Every year, after the gray winter months, we look forward to spring with longing. In no season can you so enjoy the budding, the rising, the budding - and that at all levels, from bulbs to trees.

Happy Dahlia

A certain understatement cannot be denied to the Dahlia. She comes across as simple, happy and not too complicated. But that designation is a bit too modest. Looking at her application and diversity of appearances, you could say she is one of the stars of late summer.

Wedding flowers

Bride and flowers belong together. This is of all times. Which flowers it should be was always a result of availability, rituals, faith and fashion. In this reflection, we list some wedding flower favorites, with corresponding customs.

Immortal summer

Sometimes the past suddenly catches up with us. That might also be the case with dried flowers. For some time now, they have been popular again. Why, really? Their nostalgic nature? Their low-maintenance nature. Or their durability?

'Nature always tells the best story'

At the Interflora World Cup competition in Manchester, German candidate Nicolaus Peters took the world title. His work is characterized by beautiful details and a refined approach. Who is he and what are his motivations. We spoke to the new world floral art champion Nicolaus Peters two days after his victory. 'I still can't believe I won. It only penetrates me very slowly. It is an incredible achievement, I am overwhelmed but also so incredibly proud!'

'World Cup participation was a fairly spontaneous action'

Floral designer Melissa Smedes after winning the selection round may represent the Netherlands at the Fleurop Interflora World Cup on September 7, 8 and 9 in Manchester, England. Who is Melissa, what inspires her and how will she approach the competition as one of the youngest participants. A conversation with this ambitious florist on the eve of the competition.