Emerald Coast Growers Debuts 2010-11 Catalog

July 13, 2010 Emerald Coast Growers

Emerald Coast Growers’ 2010-11 catalog features full-color photos, variety and marketing information on perennials, specialty plants and ornamental grasses.

Floral Design Students Receive Financial Support Through AFE

Four floral design institutions will receive funds totaling more than $16,000 from AFE’s James and Helen Phillip Scholarship Fund.

Canadian CAFA Members Design For AIFD Symposium

Featuring a Panel of CAFA members, including: Patricia Patrick AIFD, Maija Asaris AIFD, Velta Berzins, Marijke Engel AIFD, Donna Gleeson AIFD, Marianne Suess AIFD, and Inta Taurins, individually and combined, these seven Canadian designers have a wealth of experience and knowledge in all aspects of the floral industry: retailing, judging, event planning, displays and educational instruction to name a few.

Floralife Clear Crowning Glory Solutions

July 12, 2010 Floralife

Floralife Clear Crowning Glory solution sprays keep arrangements fresher and customers satisfied. This easy to apply liquid shield holds in moisture which reduces water loss, keeping flowers more vibrant. Often used in delicate traditional wedding flowers, such as gardenias, stephanotis, roses, and lilies, where the arrangements are in no or little water, its the final hydrating step.

William McKinley AIFD Recognized For Contributions To Floral Industry

William Bill McKinley, Associate Dean of Kishwaukee College in Malta, Ill., has been recognized by the American Institute of Floral Designers’ (AIFD) National Board of Directors with the Award of Distinguished Service to the Floral Industry. The announcement was made on July 5 during the Institutes 2010 Awards Ceremonies held in conjunction with its 2010 National Symposium in Boston.