A floral design template that is operable to guide a user in the creation of a design using flowers and wherein the design template is operable to further inhibit weeds from growing therethrough. The floral design template includes a body manufactured from a non-porous material having a plurality of apertures journaled therethrough. The body includes on the upper surface thereof a plurality of design areas. The design areas provide indication of the type and/or color of flower to plant therein so as to create the desired floral ornamental arrangement.