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The ever flexible and sheer resilience of the florist community, growers, flower wholesalers, florist & their staff, florist educators, floral designers and even flower delivery drivers have taken Covid-19 head on.

By now we all know what havoc Covid-19 Corona virus pandemic is having on the florist industry and Australian economy.

Summary:

• Flower food sustains flowers, decreases the presence of microorganisms, and helps them absorb water and nutrients more effectively. Combined, these factors keep your flowers looking and smelling better, for longer. 
• The three key components of flower food are citric acid, sugar, and an antibacterial agent.  
• Flower food is easy to make at home using household items.  
• Many DIY recipes use bleach, so take care to ALWAYS MIX THE OTHER INGREDIENTS FIRST, THEN ADD BLEACH AS THE FINAL STEP.  
• When your vase water becomes cloudy, change out your water and make a new batch of flower food. 
• Trim your stems, pick out dying vegetation, and remove any wet leaves or buds from your arrangement and water.  
• If DIY flower food is not for you, check out our ready-made range at Koch & Co.  

A bouquet is always something special to give or receive, whether it’s from the corner shop or a boutique florist. To keep your flowers fresher for longer, we have some simple DIY flower food recipes below that can be made with simple household items.  

We recently had the opportunity to catch up with the lovely Ange, owner of Petal Pop Flower Truck, who opened a unique style of flower shop. Here is what she had to say about the ups and downs of starting a travelling flower shop.

There is never a fail-safe way to buy new products and be guaranteed they will sell. On the other hand, you will always need to take some risks when buying new products. Many times we buy new items for our business, then can’t work out why they didn’t sell. So, how do we make the right buying decision for new products?

Small business is big business in Australia. The facts:

Smithers-Oasis the manufacturer of Oasis floral foam have developed the world’s first Biodegradable Foam called OASIS® Bio Floral Foam Maxlife.

Many retail florists embrace that they are part of the ‘gift giving’ industry and sell a wide variety of gifts to complement their fresh flower sales. Amongst the flowers and gifts, potted plants have been sold side-by-side as a distinct part of the retail offering. But now, potted plants have started to appear in the local retail florist as a new department and a popular gift-giving idea of their own.

When making a wreath, wreath wrap provides a cheap and easy way to help protect the integrity of your wreath base. Additionally, when working with fresh flowers, a wrapped wreath base will keep water in. This in turn helps to keep your flowers hydrated. Read on for an introduction to wreath wrap and why it makes a valuable addition to any florist’s or hobbyist’s toolkit.

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• What do I need to consider when choosing containers for hand-poured candle making? 
• Material: Select a container made of heat-resistant materials such as glass or coated ceramic.
• Size: Choose a container that is wide enough to accommodate a safe perimeter of wax around your wick.
• Shape: Containers with a uniform diameter or width are ideal, as this facilitates an even burn. An even burn maximises your candle’s lifespan and helps to prevent smoky burning. 
• Aesthetic: Match the container style with your candle’s intended purpose and/or branding.

Choosing containers for hand-poured candle making offers a multitude of options. With a range of materials, sizes, and shapes to choose from, read on for a 101 breakdown that can help you make the right selection for your candle making.