The Journal - Our Floral Design Blog

South Africa’s floral kingdom is unlike anywhere else on Earth — a landscape where rugged mountains meet coastal fynbos and color thrives year-round. Explore Cape Lily’s curated guide to wildflower safaris, foraging workshops, flower farms, and design studios that celebrate indigenous blooms and botanical beauty.

If you’re serious about floral design, whether as a hobby or a career, there’s no substitute for hands-on learning with great teachers. From sculptural wearables to wedding centerpieces, sustainable mechanics to large-scale installations, the best floral design workshops in 2025 and beyond offer a chance to refine your technique, expand your creative voice, and connect with the global floral community. Here’s a curated list of courses and retreats worth the investment.

If you're in interior design, you already know that details make or break a space. But beyond furniture, lighting, and art, one often-overlooked design element that can breathe life and sophistication into any living space is flowers. In this guide we share our top tips for styling interiors with flowers.