Cymbidiums are among the most elegant and expressive flowers in floral design. The Cymbidium 2025 Challenge invites florists and flower lovers alike to discover how just one or a few stems can transform an arrangement with striking beauty and refined presence.
This initiative goes beyond showcasing technique. It invites exploration into how cymbidiums bring sophistication and depth to arrangements across all styles, from commercial compositions to curated, artistic work.
Why join the Cymbidium 2025 Challenge?
Participants can get featured on Master Florist and gain global exposure among florists and enthusiasts. Unlock future collaborations by being considered for exclusive features, joint content, or creative projects. Build industry connections through potential grower visit facilitation, providing behind-the-scenes insights and inspiration. You can also win cymbidiums worth up to €250.
Beyond giving florists a chance to showcase their design skills, the challenge also highlights cymbidium's broad appeal. It inspires flower lovers with new ideas while offering industry partners a unique window into how these blooms resonate in the market.
To participate, design a bouquet or arrangement using one or a few cymbidium stems as the highlight, showcasing their versatile charm. Share your creation on social media with the hashtag #CymbidiumLover and tag @cymbidium.info and @MasterFlorist on both Facebook and Instagram. Entries can also be submitted via email to [email protected].
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Uncovering cymbidium excellence
Cymbidium Info, a collective of dedicated growers, plays an active role in promoting the unique qualities of these exceptional orchids. This initiative forms part of their ongoing efforts to elevate and support the use of cut cymbidiums in floral design.
© Mooiwatbloemenden, Nico Alsemgeest
Picture credits: Mooiwatbloemendoen (first and last picture), Nico Alsemgeest (middle picture)
Cymbidium offers florists remarkable versatility, both in form and expression. Its distinctive shape, characterised by defined petals, sepals, and a prominent lip, adds structure and presence to arrangements across a wide range of styles.
Available in an extensive colour variations and various flower sizes, cymbidium lends itself to everything from sculptural, modern compositions to romantic, layered designs.
A single stem can stand alone as a focal point, while a few stems can introduce texture, contrast, or rhythm within a broader palette.
Last year's highlights
Last year's Cymbidium Challenge revealed an inspiring range of floral designs, each showcasing the unique elegance, vibrant colours, and striking form of cymbidiums.
© Andryuschenko Lena, Mar Mar Oo
From refined bouquets to bold, conceptual pieces, the entries captured the flowers' versatility and expressive power. "This year, we look forward to seeing how designers continue to explore cymbidium's potential, using just one or a few stems to create work that is thoughtful, distinctive, and beautifully composed."
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