Tag Archives: Chelsea Flower Show

Wendy Andrade returns from Alden Biesen

Posted on October 10, 2012 by ect_admin

Internationally renowned florist, Wendy Andrade travelled with ECT to The Flower Event at the National Commandery, Alden Biesen, Belgium in September. Her career is going from strength to strength with her new book coming out next year. ECT talked to … Continue reading →

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The genius of Jonathan Moseley

Posted on May 18, 2012 by ect_admin

An interview with the floristry legend and NAFAS national demonstrator, Jonathan Moseley. Jonathan is responsible for the NAFAS exhibit at the Chelsea Flower Show this year, which ECT Travel have sponsored. By Richard Forsyth ECT Travel: How did you get … Continue reading →

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My year with Monet

Posted on May 10, 2012 by ect_admin

The Englishman, James Priest, details his first changes to Monet’s Garden.  James will appear at Chelsea Flower Show May 20 – 21. His visit is being sponsored by ECT Travel. James Priest, the horticulturalist from Lancashire who was appointed head … Continue reading →

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Flowers by the Sea

Posted on February 10, 2012 by ect_admin

We talk to Margaret Marriott, the NAFAS (National Association of Flower Arrangment Societies) national publicity officer, about what to expect at the NAFAS National Show 2012, held in Southport between 12-14th July. Interview by Richard Forsyth ECT: Why was Southport … Continue reading →

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Victoria Richards – The one to watch in UK floristry

Posted on November 11, 2011 by ect_admin

ECT Travel talks to Victoria Richards, a bright new star in the floristry trade, flying the flag for the UK by winning a Medallion of Excellence in the WorldSkills competition 2011. For a girl who originally wanted to be a … Continue reading →

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