SUSTAINABLE FLORISTRY - COURSE SIX - SUSTAINABLE PRACTICE

Explore a thoughtful, practical approach to creating beautiful floral designs with greater environmental awareness.

Sustainable Floristry considers the choices florists make throughout the complete design process—from sourcing flowers and selecting mechanics to managing water, packaging, transport and waste. The course encourages realistic improvements that can be introduced gradually into both personal and professional floristry.

This course explores:

• What sustainability means within modern floristry

• Seasonal and locally grown flowers and foliage

• Making informed sourcing decisions

• Reducing reliance on single-use materials

• Reusable and lower-impact design mechanics

• Working with wire mesh, pin holders and other alternatives

• Responsible use of water and other resources

• Reducing, sorting, reusing and composting studio waste

• Thoughtful packaging, storage and transportation

• Communicating sustainable choices clearly and honestly

The emphasis is on practical progress rather than perfection. You will be encouraged to examine your current methods, recognise where improvements can be made and develop a more resource-conscious approach without compromising good design.

Suitable for beginners, developing florists, established professionals and flower enthusiasts who want to make more informed environmental choices.

This is a digital, self-directed course supplied as a downloadable PDF. Flowers, tools, mechanics and other physical materials are not included.