Flower aversions
Kate Van Andel Kate Van Andel

Flower aversions

Not everyone loves the same flowers, but some of the same flowers receive a lot of hate. Are flower aversions justified? Where do they come from? And are there ways a floral designer can use a less popular bloom in an arrangement?

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Flower of the Month: Lavender
Kate Van Andel Kate Van Andel

Flower of the Month: Lavender

Each month I highlight a different flower and how it can be used in floral design. This month’s flower is lavender!

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Flower of the month: Dahlias
Kate Van Andel Kate Van Andel

Flower of the month: Dahlias

Each month I highlight a specific flower in season and how it can be used in floral design. This month’s flower is the graceful dahlia.

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Flower of the month: Campanula
Kate Van Andel Kate Van Andel

Flower of the month: Campanula

Each month I highlight a specific flower in season and how it can be used in floral design. This month’s flower is campanula, also known as bell flower.

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Flower of the month: Douglas iris
Kate Van Andel Kate Van Andel

Flower of the month: Douglas iris

Each month I highlight a specific flower in season and how it can be used in floral design. This month is a California native perennial, the Douglas iris.

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