Josef Dirr is the new German champion of Floristics 2024

Josef Dirr aus Filderstadt wurde am 17. August 2024 feierlich zum neuen Deutschen Meister der Floristik gekürt. In einem spannenden Wettbewerb in Berlin zeigten talentierte Blumenkünstler ihr Können. Erfahren Sie mehr über die schönsten Kreationen und die Preisverleihung in dieser meisterlichen Floristik-Welt.
Josef Dirr from Filderstadt was ceremoniously named the new German champion of floristry on August 17, 2024. In an exciting competition in Berlin, talented flower artists showed their skills. Find out more about the most beautiful creations and the award ceremony in this masterful floristry world. (Symbolbild/MB)

Josef Dirr is the new German champion of Floristics 2024

The importance of the German floristry championship for the industry and the future of floristics

The German Floristry Championship, which took place on August 17, 2024 in Berlin, not only attracts the best florists in the country, but also plays a decisive role in strengthening flower trade in Germany. The competition, which took place in places such as the Bikini Berlin and the Memorial Church, offered nine talented florists the opportunity to present their skills in front of an enthusiastic audience.

Josef Dirr from Filderstadt was able to secure the title of the German master of Floristics in this exciting competition. He described the experience as enriching and emphasized mutual support among the participants, all of whom share a passion for creative flower arrangements. Dirr's work emerged particularly in the category of free creative work, which illustrates its innovative approach to floral design.

The event attracted numerous spectators who admired the various floral creations designed under the motto "peace". In addition to Dirr, Lena Hartmann from Bargteheide and Jennifer Mühlbauer from Pirna also achieved excellent placements and were recognized for their extraordinary work. Hartmann was even able to convince the jury in two categories, the best table decoration and the best bound workpiece.

Another important aspect of this championship is the promotion of young talents. In parallel to the main competition, the “Young Talenten trainee Cup” took place, in which prospective florists were able to demonstrate their skills in team competitions. The winning of this competition went to the florists Alina Pleis and Michelle Ulfers. This shows that the industry endeavors to win offspring and to promote enthusiasm for the flower trade.

The German floristry championship is not only a competition, but also a platform that emphasizes the relevance and diversity of the flower trade in today's world. It helps modernize the craft and to inspire younger generations for this creative industry. Events like this not only offer a stage for professional florists, but also raise awareness of the art of flourishing and their influence on our habitats.

The placement of the finalists shows the high quality and the competitive spirit within the industry:

  • 1. Josef Dirr from Filderstadt (Flowers Koch)
  • 2. Lena Hartmann from Bargteheide (flowers Jentsch)
  • 3. Jennifer Mühlbauer from Pirna (floral design and design)
  • 4. Markus Krudewig from Hamm (Krudewig Master Florist)
  • 5. Tino Hoogterp from Düsseldorf (Blumenhaus am Hofgarten)
  • 6. Lukas Ernle from Berlin (Zinnober Flowers)
  • 7. Diana Tröger from Halle (Rosenrot Floratrans)
  • 8. Annalena Mundorff from Wiesbaden (Blumhaus Sand)
  • 9. Jessicka Keller from Emsbüren (Flowers Fühner)
In summary, it can be said that the German Floristry Championship in Berlin not only contributes to the award of individual talents, but also to strengthen the entire industry. The competition arouses the interest of young people for the profession of florist and shows how important creative and floral design is in our society.