From intricate event installations to heartfelt floral tributes and boundary-pushing horticultural design, the 2025 Floristry Awards showcase just how vibrant and diverse the floristry industry continues to be. We’re proud to celebrate our Winners and Finalists who have demonstrated creativity, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to their craft, bringing beauty and meaning to every space and occasion they touch.

Our 2025 Floristry Awards Winners

Taking home Florist of the Year, John Paul Florist was recognised for sustained excellence across retail, weddings, and high-profile commissions. With over 30 years of experience, their work is defined by creativity, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional customer care, alongside a strong commitment to mentoring, community engagement, and advancing the floristry profession.

Blending natural artistry with decades of experience, The English Garden Florist impressed our judges in the Best Event Florist category for their ability to transform weddings and events into deeply personal floral experiences. Their thoughtful approach, attention to detail, and enduring passion for flowers have resulted in designs that feel both timeless and expressive, reflecting each client’s story with care and creativity.

Recognised as Best for Horticulture, Ian Drummond Botanical Design stands out for a career defined by leadership, innovation, and advocacy within the houseplant and interior landscaping sector. With four decades of experience, their work has consistently promoted the benefits of plants in built environments, influencing industry standards while inspiring designers, architects, and the wider public through education, research, and high-profile installations.

Winning Best Floral Designer, Lily Grieve Events was celebrated for creating floral designs that balance emotion, movement, and modern elegance. Their work across intimate weddings and large-scale installations demonstrates a refined artistic vision, with each project thoughtfully crafted to transform spaces and connect people through flowers, both in the UK and internationally.

As Best Newcomer Florist, Fleurtations Florist Bristol earned recognition for combining compassion with contemporary floral design. Their work centres on creating meaningful, elegant tributes that support families during life’s most sensitive moments, while building strong community relationships and delivering floristry that is both vibrant and deeply personal.

Awarded Rising Star in Floristry, Lottie Roberts Flowers impressed judges with a distinctive personal approach and outstanding dedication. Managing every aspect of her weddings single-handedly, her reputation for impeccable service, attention to detail, and flair has marked her out as an emerging talent with a refreshingly individual style.

2025 Floristry Awards Finalists

• The English Garden Florist – Florist of the Year
• Lily Grieve Events – Best Event Florist
• Poppies Florist – Rising Star in Floristry
• John Paul Florist – Best Floral Designer

A Flourishing Future for Floristry

The Floristry Awards reflect an industry rooted in tradition yet constantly evolving through innovation, creativity, and care. This year’s Winners and Finalists demonstrate how floristry extends far beyond aesthetics, encompassing community connection, emotional expression, environmental awareness, and professional leadership.

We’re delighted to celebrate these achievements and the individuals and businesses behind them. Their work continues to shape the future of floristry, ensuring the industry remains vibrant, relevant, and deeply valued in the moments that matter most.