The Word of Mouth programme, which included interviews with F&PA members Paula Pryke and Kosta Foufas of KG Flowers, featured a debate on the past and present meanings of flowers and their place within the English language.

So if you've ever wondered where shrinking violet comes from,this was your chance to find out.

Veronica Richardson, chief executive of the F&PA said: 'It was great to have the opportunity to reach a different audience from the norm with messages about flowers.' She added, 'It was good to talk to so many people and we were thrilled to be asked to contribute.' Anyone who missed the show can catch a repeat on August 18 at 8.30pm.

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