Cathy Tyler has been the florist at Bloedel Reserve for more than 11 years. She began her relationship with the Reserve first as a visitor and then as volunteer before heading up the floral operations.

She and her team of volunteers create the stunning seasonal arrangements that grace the Residence year-round, all of which are made from flowers grown in the Bloedel Reserve cutting garden and from stock found around the grounds. In this video, Cathy shares some tips for creating a fragrant, long-lasting arrangement of spring lilacs.