martedì 23 dicembre 2025

During the World Cup Floral Art in The Hague, floral designer Hanneke Frankema moved the audience with one powerful message: Dare to dream. She shared her passion for floral design and how her dreams became reality. Discover her final show GROWTH! online now.

mercoledì 10 dicembre 2025

In 2026, it’s all about calm, simplicity, and clarity, and this is reflected in the new Pantone color ‘Cloud Dancer’. Read here how to easily apply this color, which combinations can be made, and how to specifically purchase it in our webshop.

mercoledì 03 dicembre 2025

In 2025, you played a key role in shaping which styles took the spotlight. From wedding trends to seasonal favourites, your enthusiasm and feedback formed the common thread throughout the year and strengthened our community.

mercoledì 03 dicembre 2025

“I am a flower. Born on fertile soil high in the Andes. Every day I felt the sun, drank fresh water, and sensed the caring hands of the people who raised me with attention. My leaves were inspected, my shoots carefully trimmed. All to ensure I would be strong enough to make a long journey. So tha...

martedì 25 novembre 2025

Many consumers and florists take a critical look at imported flowers. In part 1, we explored how public perception is often shaped by incidents widely covered in the media. “Local” is assumed to be better by definition. The reality? It’s much more nuanced.

lunedì 17 novembre 2025

She was genuinely excited about it: a promising collaboration with her flower supplier. She planned to create an artistic floral design for her popular social media channel. Tens of thousands of followers on Instagram… what could go wrong?

giovedì 13 novembre 2025

Last week, everything at FM Group revolved around our in-house fair: Bloomshare 2025! This third edition proved to be an incredibly valuable experience. For florists and wholesalers: here are the key insights from Bloomshare, from trends to new services.

mercoledì 29 ottobre 2025

Winter is coming, and there’s so much to look forward to! For florists looking for winter inspiration: this blog covers everything about seasonal flowers, weddings, and holidays.

lunedì 27 ottobre 2025

In hospitality, every day counts. That’s why FleuraMetz combines a wide international range with local accessibility. Whether you need something quickly for a hotel room or want to make a statement in the lobby, with our team and assortment, you’re always assured of quality and convenience. Durin...

mercoledì 15 ottobre 2025

With less than 100 days to go until Christmas, now is the perfect time to prepare and stock up on the right products. Classic must-haves in festive shades are essential, but you can also enrich your arrangements with other atmospheric elements.

mercoledì 01 ottobre 2025

Porta Nova makes its footprint visible through their Red Naomi, while FM Group looks at the bigger picture. The goal remains the same: to understand the real impact of flowers and plants. From greenhouse to cold storage, from truck to office. Why? Because you can only improve if you know where you stand.

martedì 30 settembre 2025

More and more young florists are seizing unique opportunities to showcase their talent in floral design. And because floral designer Hanneke Frankema, just like FM Group, believes in the new generation and the value of education and craftsmanship, she gave this chance to seven young talents.

giovedì 25 settembre 2025

The scent of fresh roses hangs heavily in the air. In the greenhouses of Porta Nova in Waddinxveen, everything looks sleek and modern, yet at the same time it breathes craftsmanship and tradition.

giovedì 21 agosto 2025

At Gerbera United, the journey has already begun. The fight against pests is no longer waged with chemicals, but with life. Tiny predatory mites, bugs, and beetles keep the crop in balance. Not because it has to be that way, but because it can be - and because it’s better. For the environment, for the people working with it, and for the future.

martedì 19 agosto 2025

At the Marginpar farms in Kenya and Ethiopia, they have built innovative systems to sustainably manage water: constructed wetlands. These engineered systems allow us to treat waste water from our facilities and reuse it to irrigate our flower fields. Not only does this process help us conserve water, but it also protects local ecosystems and reduces our environmental impact. In this article they explain how it works.

venerdì 15 agosto 2025

We all say it: we want flowers and plants we can feel good about. Grown without chemicals, with respect for people, animals, and the planet. But the moment a flower isn’t completely “perfect” – when there’s a bug visible or a spot on a leaf – we turn up our noses. We want the results of sustainab...

giovedì 14 agosto 2025

It takes patience, creativity, perseverance and the ability to perform under stress. But it also comes with many rewards – not only personal, but also in the form of collaborations with floral companies.