Holker Show 2010
June 6, 2010
Floral arrangements at this Year’s Holker Garden Festival, took us on a journey around the world.
Reds, oranges and yellows featured in some very creative designs.
Floral demonstrations were hosted by Ken Hough and Noreen Fishburn who will both be on the Chelsea Flower Show team for 2011 representing NAFAS.
Best in show was won by Mrs S Wareing, with her simple but stunning design “England’s Green and Pleasant Land” made from native plants that could easily be sourced from any garden.
The wonderful miniature arrangements in the “Luck of the Irish” category were truly captivating.
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Christmas flowers
November 21, 2009
Christmas is a great time to use flowers in floral dispalys, table centres and candle arrangements.
Using floral arrangements instead of or as well as the Christmas tree will add that touch of individuality and does not have to be expensive.
A simple handful of flowers can be transformed into a stunning arrangement by using plenty of different textured greenery which many will have available in their gardens.
One of Chrissies' wonderful designs
Even pieces of old Christmas decoration and ribbon can be very effective for dressing up a plant pot or display.
If you need some inspiration for your designs, we recommend a visit to this rather special website by Chrissi Harten.
There are many pictures of classical and modern flower arrangements with full details of the plant materials and techniques used.
For those who enjoy flower arranging or want to learn to do their own arrangements, the Floral Design Magazine provides a wealth of ideas, tips and information.
