The Surprising Power of Fragrance
Fragrance might not be the first thing on your mind when you’re comparing pictures of roses on a website or on social media. But when you...
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Jul 1, 20191 min read
'Floral Handbag Fusion' with Arthur Williams / Florists' Review
This “wedding bouquet” concept by designer Arthur Williams AIFD, EMC, CPF provides “something new” for your bridal fashionistas. Darcey...
Jun 12, 20191 min read
A Visit to Alexandra Farms & Creating a Garden Rose Centerpiece with J Schwanke
Learn from J Schwanke about our farm and how to create a centerpiece using a design tray and our White O'Hara, Juliet (Ausjameson) and...
Jun 10, 20191 min read
Introducing a New Rose Called Leonora
Alexandra Farms and David Austin Roses are delighted to introduce a new ivory wedding rose called Leonora (Auswagsy) in honor of Lady...
May 29, 20194 min read
Processing Garden Roses: Sometimes Less Is More
While removing some parts of the garden rose before designing may be necessary, there’s a right and a wrong way to do it, and less is more.
Apr 30, 20191 min read
Celebrated Designer Simon Lycett Presents at Longwood Gardens
When highly-regarded and British royal family favorite floral designer Simon Lycett visited Longwood Gardens in April 2019, we were...
Apr 18, 20194 min read
Alexandra Farms Hosts Educational Partner EMC at Garden Rose Farm
Alexandra Farms hosted its international educational partner European Master Certification (EMC) for a week-long session in Bogotá,...
Apr 8, 20191 min read
'Centerpiece Innovation' with Arthur Williams / Florists' Review
With its lightweight and reusable components, this texturally complex composition by designer Arthur Williams AIFD, EMC, CPF introduces a...
Mar 23, 20191 min read
How to Pronounce Our Garden Rose Variety Names
Ever wondered if you're pronouncing a flower's name correctly? We know that some variety names can be tricky to pronounce. For example,...
Mar 18, 20192 min read
Alexandra Farms Announces Eight New Varieties of Fresh Cut Garden Roses
Alexandra Farms, the world’s largest grower of fresh cut garden roses, proudly announces the latest additions to our collections. These...
Mar 14, 20191 min read
See and Smell Our New Varieties at the 2019 World Floral Expo!
We'd love to see you at the World Floral Expo next week. Experience the wide range of colors and fragrances available in our four...
Mar 12, 20191 min read
Hand-tied Wedding Bouquets with Stacey Bal AIFD EMC
As wedding season approaches, are you looking for a fresh take on the traditional bouquet? In this video, designer Stacey Bal AIFD EMC...
Feb 26, 20193 min read
For Color Trends, Look to Garden Roses
Take a look at any color-trends palette for 2019, and you’ll find that forecasters are embracing everything in-between—blended hues that...
Feb 20, 20191 min read
Love Garden Roses? This Contest Is for You! Second Annual Garden Rose Design Contest Now Open
Alexandra Farms, the world’s largest grower of fresh cut garden roses, is excited to announce our second annual Garden Rose Design...
Feb 12, 20191 min read
Tropical Arrangements with Stacey Bal AIFD EMC
In these tropical-themed arrangements, discover how to make an impact by pairing yellow with grey and silver. Designer Stacey Bal AIFD...
Feb 3, 20191 min read
Floral Designers from US, Canada Visit Alexandra Farms
Last week we had the absolute pleasure of welcoming floral designers Rachel Stevenson, Brenna Quan and Sarah Campbell to our farm in...
Jan 8, 20191 min read
Modern Compote with Stacey Bal AIFD EMC
Designer Stacey Bal AIFD EMC updates the traditional compote design by using a unique color palette. Her arrangement uses Precious...
Dec 19, 20187 min read
A Lifetime of Dedication: Remembering David C.H. Austin (1926-2018)
David C. H. Austin, the rosarian and founder of David Austin Roses Ltd. whose English roses captured the imagination of gardeners and...
Dec 11, 20181 min read
Create a Floral Garland with Stacey Bal AIFD EMC
When designer Stacey Bal AIFD EMC and her team came across a vintage bicycle, they couldn’t resist creating a piece to decorate it....
Nov 21, 20181 min read
Alexandra Farms Proud to Be Part of Flowerstock 2018
Flowerstock 2018, held by Holly Heider Chapple at Hope Flower Farm in Virginia, was a floral designer's dream come true, and Alexandra...
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