Come and join us at Coventry University for a revealing session about plastics in floriculture, looking particularly at micro-plastics and floral foam. Navigating sustainable floristry can be tricky, which is why getting past the marketing hype to examine these products firsthand is such a brilliant opportunity. 

Event details:

Date: Wednesday 18th November 2026

Time: tbc, but likely 9.00am-4.00pm

Refreshments and Lunch provided; please let us know when you book if you have any dietary requirements

Cost £123.50 

Developed and led by the Sustainable Flowers Research Project and The Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience based at Coventry University, this day-long learning will be a great opportunity to:

• See the physical differences between different floristry mechanics firsthand under lab microscopes so that you can choose truly sustainable methods and spot greenwashing;

• Equip your business with the facts to confidently talk to clients and peers about sustainable choices;

• Network and collaborate with like-minded business owners. 

What will be covered on the day: 

Session 1: Introduction to Plastics and Environmental Pollution

Session 2: Plastics in Floriculture and Floristry 

Session 3: In-depth Insights into Floral Foam Research

Session 4: Laboratory Activity; gets hands-on. 

Each session includes expert insight, interactive group activity and a Q&A.

More about the tutors: 

The Sustainable Flowers Research Project at Coventry University is a knowledge exchange hub co-hosted with the University of Surrey, researching the environmental, social and economic sustainability of the cut flower industry; led by Professor David Bek at Coventry University.

The Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience conducts research on resilient food and water systems, climate change and environmental pressures. Dr Anna Bogush, a micro-plastics specialist, will share the lab research into plastics in floriculture.

Please note that this is an ‘at cost’ event with no mark-up, plus £3.50 to cover the website transaction fees.