The Carpe Diem rose is truly a joy to work with. It’s surprisingly low-maintenance, making it an ideal choice for florists. Its beauty remains intact, no matter how you arrange it.

And don’t forget: its colour evolves over time, adding extra versatility to a wide range of designs!

When sourcing flowers and materials, I follow a combination of intuition, a strong sense of quality, and a deep love for detail. Seasonal flowers are essential to me: they’re fresher, more sustainable, and reflect the authentic colours of each season.

Just as important to me is the sense of movement within an arrangement. I always look for flowers that seem to dance. Cosmos, sweet peas, clematis, they have those elegant, curved stems that naturally flow into the composition. I love it when flowers don’t simply “stand,” but stretch and twist in all directions. That lightness fascinates me, a natural, almost painterly expression of elegance.

Influenced by fine-art aesthetics, I’m drawn to flowers that radiate a certain softness and poetry. I want my arrangements to feel like painted moments: full of light, air, and motion. Not rigidly composed, but alive, as if nature itself had created them.

My absolute favourite? Definitely Carpe Diem! Its large flower heads, abundance of petals, and breathtaking colour transformation immediately captivated me. At first, it shines in an intense coral tone, which gradually softens and becomes more delicate: almost like a sunset slowly fading away. Simply divine! I will definitely be working much more with this rose in the future.

Before I received this order, I had never worked with these African roses: so I was all the more curious about the experience. And as with flowers: each has its own personality. Some open quickly (Carpe Diem, Snowstorm), others take their time (Deep Purple, Pearl Tacazzi+). Some can be playfully shaped (Hermosa+), while others keep their own character (Espana).

What impressed me most, however, was their longevity. I used them in various arrangements, handled them differently, and tested their versatility, and they did not disappoint. They remained expressive, retained their shape, and showed remarkable durability. These roses proved themselves not only in the vase but also in creative work.

Nosioko: 'This time, I wanted to create something that truly captures the feeling of spring and if you’ve stepped outside lately, you’ve probably caught the unmistakable scent of lilacs in the air. That became the starting point for this bouquet: deep purples, fresh greens and a little seasonal softness. We built the arrangement around the striking deep purple+ African rose, paired with classic spring tulips and airy alchemilla, one of the few greens I actually love, to bring brightness and movement. Clematis adds a delicate, flowing texture that ties everything together. It’s a palette that feels just right for Easter: lush, fresh and full of quiet energy.''

I live and work in sync with nature – it’s my greatest source of inspiration. I’m especially fascinated by the seasons. Spring? It’s my absolute favorite! The first flowers, the fresh green, that boundless energy, it’s as if the world takes a deep breath and says, “Let’s go!” I love soaking in that moment and channeling it into my art.

In my garden, that’s when the high season begins. I sow flowers that not only make my heart beat faster, but also offer a feast to bees and butterflies. Sustainability is close to my heart: I buy flowers according to the season, largely avoid floral foam, and prefer to use Kenzans or chicken wire. This way, I can create without taking away from nature.

And then there’s the great play of the seasons, each has its own rhythm. Summer brings abundance, autumn a burst of color that lingers, and then comes winter. I didn’t use to like it much, but now I see it as a well-earned pause. A time to breathe, to pause – for me too, as an artist. Because just like in nature, not everything can bloom at once. And that’s a good thing.