Join host Yvonne Ashton for a special Holland edition of Mornings with Mayesh! In this episode, we sit down with Natasha Barnhill, Charlotte Branch Manager, and Jenna Duncan, Raleigh Buyer, who recently returned from an unforgettable trip to the Netherlands.

Natasha and Jenna take us behind the scenes of their floral adventure, from gliding through canals on a boat to visit stunning lilac farms, to touring world-class rose breeders, hydrangea growers, and lisianthus farms. They share their experience witnessing the organized chaos of the Dutch flower auction, exploring the trade show floor filled with incredible African-grown blooms, and visiting EZ and Holex to see their day-to-day operations.

Whether you're a florist looking for inspiration, a grower curious about international trends, or simply a flower lover who wants to explore the flower capital of the world, this episode is packed with insights, beauty, and floral passion.

This is our final episode of 2025 — thank you for an amazing year of Mornings with Mayesh. Happy holidays, and we'll see you in 2026!

What does it take to build a floral business rooted in whimsy, authenticity, and community? In this episode of Mornings with Mayesh, we sit down with Camille Craig, owner of New Leaf Floral Design in Seattle, Washington, to find out.

Camille's journey into floral design started in her mother's garden, where she'd gather fistfuls of blooms and present them with pure childhood excitement. Twenty years later, that same joy still fuels her work—and you can see it in every textural, colorful, whimsical arrangement she creates.

From leaving a corporate desk job she hated to launching her own business in 2020, Camille shares how she discovered her design identity, built a thriving community of florists and clients, and learned to trust her creative instincts. She also talks about her experience with our Wicked Design Challenge, where she brought her signature style to the emerald greens and sparkling pinks of the Land of Oz.

Whether you're an established florist or still discovering your creative voice, this conversation is full of honest insights, practical advice, and a reminder that it's never too late to follow your passion.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How childhood wonder can help shape your design identity
• Why community is essential to business success
• Balancing client visions with your signature style
• Building trust through practice and portfolio work
• The importance of staying true to yourself as an artist

Show notes, photos, and video replay:

https://www.mayesh.com/blog

Join Yvonne Ashton and David Dahlson for an exciting episode of Mornings with Mayesh as they unveil two game-changing updates for the floral industry.

First, David introduces Mayesh's newest farm partner, Designer Cut Flowers from Guatemala, and their stunning collection of cymbidium orchids. These blooms fill the seasonal gap between New Zealand and Holland's availability, offering florists gorgeous fall colors including burgundies, golds, yellows, and two-tones—perfect for autumn weddings and events. With 8-11 blooms per stem and professional Dutch-style packaging, these orchids are a must-have for your designs.

Then, David shares his hands-on review of OASIS® Renewal™ Floral Foam—the plant-based innovation the floral community has been waiting for. Made entirely from renewable resources with a 56% lower carbon footprint than traditional petroleum-based foam, this sustainable alternative hydrates faster, holds stems securely, and works with all stem types. David discusses its performance, compostability, and why this is an important step toward more sustainable floral design.

Whether you're looking for beautiful new blooms or eco-conscious design solutions, this episode delivers practical insights and exciting new options for your floral business.

Featured in this episode:

• Designer Cut Flowers Guatemala cymbidium orchids
• OASIS® Renewal™ plant-based floral foam review
• Fall color palette and varieties
• Sustainable floral design tips
• Product availability at Mayesh locations and on mayesh.com

Show notes, photos, and video replay:
https://www.mayesh.com/blog/cymbidium-farm-sustainable-floral-foam