The Dahlia Hand Tie Demo (online)

How to Use Dahlias in Floristry: A Live Demo with Georgie Newbery of Common Farm Flowers

Learn how to cut, condition, and arrange dahlias with confidence in this practical online demo led by flower farmer Georgie Newbery.

Dahlias are one of the most spectacular late-summer flowers, but they have particular demands that catch many growers and florists out. Using stems freshly cut from the Somerset field, Georgie walks you through everything you need to know, from cutting and conditioning for maximum vase life, to building a professional hand-tied bouquet using the 'florists' twist' technique, and ideas for packing so it's ready for delivery. Filled with tips on useful varieties to grow and real-world experience, Georgie's demo gives you floristry knowledge you can use immediately.

What you'll learn:

• Why dahlias can be tricky in floristry and how to manage their specific needs
• How to cut and condition dahlias from your garden or field for the best results
• The 'florists' twist' technique for making a professional hand-tied bouquet
• Ideas for wrapping for safe and beautiful delivery
• Tips for working with different dahlia varieties in cut flower arrangements
• How to put dahlias confidently centre stage in any arrangement

With time for questions built in and Georgie's reputation for leaving nothing unanswered, you'll leave the session with practical skills and the confidence to make the most of your dahlias, whatever your level.

Reviews:

Here's what some previous students had to say about this workshop: 

"...found Georgie to be an engaging and authoritative speaker, full of tips for successful growing and floristry. She made the session accessible to all, from people like me who grow dahlias for fun right through to those who are florists and flower farmers. No question was left unanswered. Enthused by what I learned, I have just tied a couple of bunches."

Suitable for: 

Gardeners, flower farmers, dahlia enthusiasts, and florists at any level - from first-time dahlia growers to experienced florists looking to refine their technique.

Format:

• This demo will last around an hour.
• There will be plenty of time for questions (which could mean it lasts up to 90 minutes).
• Includes access to a recording of the demo, so you can watch again in your own time or catch up later if you can’t attend live.

Here's what some recent students had to say about this demo:

"I booked the hour online session on tying dahlia bouquets and found Georgie to be an engaging and authoritative speaker, full of tips for successful growing and floristry. She made the session accessible to all, from people like me who grow dahlias for fun right through to those who are florists and flower farmers. We overran because no question was left unanswered. Enthused by what I learned yesterday I have just tied a couple of bunches! Thank you Georgie."

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