Calvert Crary

Calvert Crary is the Executive Director of both FlowerSchool New York and FlowerSchool Los Angeles.

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An internationally recognized instructor and mentor, Calvert has taught programs across the United States, Holland, Mexico and Australia. He hasbeen invited to design tables at the prestigious Orchid Dinner at The Plaza Hotel, spoken to Garden Clubs across America, and served as a judge at the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show.

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Calvert has trained and coached thousands of students on how to work in the floral industry with top designers, start new businesses, or reorganize existing floral businesses into thriving careers.

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In addition to his teaching and leadership roles, he is the author of influential books on floral design, including Flower School: A Practical Guide to the Art of Flower Arranging, and has co-authored other educational titles such as The Encyclopedia of Cut Flowers: What Flowers to Buy, Where to Buy Them, and How to Keep Them Alive Longer. He was featured in The New York Times “Sunday Routine” section this past July, 2025.