A BUDE florist is set to compete at the finals of Interflora's national floristry competition at the RHS show at Tatton Park in July.

Owner of Bleujen Florist Erica Tippett overcame strong comp­etition to win her regional heat, and will be representing the South West at the grand final of the celebrated Interflora Florist of the Year 2013 competition. This year the competition carries particularly high status as Interflora celebrates its 90th anniversary.

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