Inviting us into a vibrant and wondrous world, FULL BLOOM finds ten talented and innovative up-and-coming florists bringing their spectacular creative visions to a grueling but gorgeous competition series. In each episode, the budding botanical artists are put to the test in both individual and team challenges that determine whose stems get cut – and who remains in the running for the career-changing $100,000 grand prize to kickstart their business. Floral masterminds Simon Lycett, Elizabeth Cronin and Maurice Harris host and judge, bringing their invaluable experience, discerning eyes, and hot takes to the flower shop to determine who will be the FULL BLOOM champion.

Maurice Harris is The Artist. He’s considered a creator and visionary in the floristry world and is the owner of Bloom and Plume in Los Angeles. He’s a California native who began his career as a fashion designer, but quickly turned his talents to floral design. Maurice’s clients are a who’s who of A-List celebrities (including Beyoncé) and his work is so highly regarded that 22 of his floral arrangements were recently displayed as sculptures at LA’s Museum of Contemporary Art.

Elizabeth Cronin is our very own Rebel Florist. Elizabeth opened Asrai Garden in Chicago’s Wicker Park in 1999 and since the very start, has run her business and vision in her own way, while also mentoring dozens of budding florists. With clients including Elton John, Solange, Lady Gaga and the Obama’s, she’s an innovator and boundary pusher and expects nothing but the best from herself and her staff.

Simon Lycett is known in the U.K. as The Royal Florist. In business since 1993, he’s pulled off remarkable works of floral fabulousness for the likes of Queen Sonya of Norway, the late Princess Dianna, The Duke of York, The Prince of Wales, The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall, and Princess Eugenie. Simon describes himself as an English gentleman with a cheeky twist.

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