Sustainable floristry course in Queensland

Sustainable Floristry — Queensland (H5)

Practical native-flora design, low-waste mechanics and industry pathways. Hybrid format: hands-on workshops in Brisbane + online theory.

Quick facts

  • Location: Brisbane CBD & field trips across SE QLD
  • Duration: 8 weeks (part-time) + capstone
  • Delivery: Hybrid (in-person workshops + online)
  • Outcomes: Certificate pathways & industry contacts

Designed for beginners and experienced florists seeking sustainable practice and native plant design skills relevant to Australian environments.

Course overview

Our H5 Queensland stream emphasises ecology-aware sourcing, seasonal design with Australian natives, and durable, low-waste construction techniques. Students develop portfolios and gain client-ready skills for studio or event floristry focused on sustainability.

  • Local-provenance sourcing & plant ethics
  • Water-wise conditioning & vase-life extension
  • Event briefs with carbon-aware planning
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Native floral arrangement

Modules & learning outcomes

Practical field sessions identifying native species, ethical harvesting guidelines, and building sustainable supplier networks.

Hands-on techniques for binding, framing and sustainable mechanics using biodegradable ties and reusable structures.

Scaling designs for events, transport minimisation, re-use strategies and client communication for sustainable choices.

Studio management, pricing sustainable work, and pathways to further floristry certification in Australia.

Sustainable practice gallery

Reclaimed materials in floristry
Native stems arrangement
Low-waste event installation

All workshop exercises focus on reducing material waste and prioritising seasonal, locally-sourced flora.

Schedule & fees

SessionDatesFormatFee (AUD)
Intro workshopWeek 1 (Sat)In-person (Brisbane)$220
Techniques labsWeeks 2–5 (Evenings)Hybrid$420
Event projectWeek 6–7Field trip + studio$310
Capstone reviewWeek 8 (Final)In-person$150

Concession and payment plans available — contact our enrolments team to discuss.

Student stories

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Anna — Brisbane

"The native-design module changed how I source materials. I now run low-waste tables at events."

Marcus — Gold Coast

"Practical labs and field trips gave me confidence to work with local growers and reduce my studio footprint."

Leah — Sunshine Coast

"I completed the capstone and secured a role on a styling team that values sustainable practice."

FAQ

Suitable for beginners and professional florists who want to adopt sustainable methods and expand into native-flora design.

Basic toolkits required; most materials are provided during workshops. A materials list is shared on enrolment.

Completion provides portfolio evidence and pathways to certificate-level qualifications; ask us about RPL assessments.

Interested in the Queensland H5 stream?

Spaces limited. Reserve your place or request detailed syllabus and dates.