MSU Extension Coastal Floral

MSU Extension Coastal Floral Coastal Floral is Mississippi State University Extension’s program for floral enthusiasts. Extension.

MSU Coastal Floral is part of the Mississippi State University Extension Service. We offer floral design demonstrations and workshops for amateur and professional florists. Beautiful Things From Mississippi brings to light our state's flowers, foliage and products used in floral design. Master Floral Designer: A terrific, certificate program of floral design theory and practice, this program is o

ne-of-a-kind in U.S. Created for floral consumers, we believe that floral design is best learned in a structured learning environment. MFD is available as a hybrid online program and face-to-face. Floral Enthusiast: These programs are for anyone, no matter what level of ability or practice. We assume the participant has very little experience with the topic. They are open (and great) to those who love flowers, whether for their own home or to give to others, or for those involved in floral design for profit. Professional: These programs are taught for those who are interested in designing flowers for profit. If you are interested in creating floral designs for sale, starting a floral business, or work in/own an established business, these classes will help you to excel in floral design skills and knowledge. Grower: Mississippi has an abundance of plant materials that can be used to make attractive floral designs. Not all of the materials we know and love are available on the cut flower market in other parts of the country. Learn about wild and cultivated, Mississippi-grown, greenery, branches, vines, and so much more, and how they can be used in designs throughout the year. This program is open to anyone who likes naturalistic floral design, made from materials in the landscape.

06/19/2026

MSU-led horticulture mechanization study to streamline inventory for growers Patricia Knight, director of coastal horticulture research at Mississippi State's Coastal Research and Extension Center and scientist in the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station, observes a drone the tea...

06/19/2026
Marshall County, learn bow-making!
06/17/2026

Marshall County, learn bow-making!

It's Christmas in July! Mrs. Irene Strickland will be showing us how to make a bow for your Christmas tree, wreath, or a gift.

📆Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026
🕛Time: 6:00 pm
📍Location: Marshall Co. Extension Office
💲Cost: $20

📱Call 662-252-3541 to sign up, spots are limited!

06/12/2026

Avoid harvesting juvenile growth for floral design use. This young smilax vine exhibited wilt 30 minutes after harvest in 85F heat, full sun. Mature smilax foliage, with a thicker cuticle, can take such conditions. This is the reason why smilax sales halt in the spring and producers steer sales toward other foliage, such as Elaeagnus.

Wild blackberries, just before gaining their darker coloring. Would you use this in a floral design?
06/12/2026

Wild blackberries, just before gaining their darker coloring. Would you use this in a floral design?

06/10/2026

A dried, French-braided fan palm leaf created by Sandra Deery at the Creative Floral Arrangers of the Americas conference, May 29, 2026. Created with a fresh leaf, the blade dries over a few days, adding negative space and transparency. Imagine the possibilities of using this leaf manipulation as a fresh, dried, or painted element in floral design.

Floral design workshop in New Augusta, MS!
06/09/2026

Floral design workshop in New Augusta, MS!

This free workshop is for all ages! Call to get your name on the list to attend! 601-964-3668

Address

1815 Popps Ferry Road
Biloxi, MS
39532

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12285461011

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