While a summer slowdown might not benefit your bottom line right now, some florists use it as an opportunity to try new things and seek new revenue streams that could benefit their bottom line later. Here are three ways a few florists are making the best of downtime....
A trendy design is nothing without fresh flowers that have been properly cared for so the end customer can enjoy them for up to a week. And many times, that responsibility belongs to the employees in the shop’s back room who receive shipments, process the flowers and...
Looking for some outstanding flowers for weddings? In need of new services for your business? Need some design inspiration? The Society of American Florists has you covered. SAF Phoenix 2023, the Society of American Florists’ 138th annual convention, Sept. 6-9 in...
First, the good news: Compared to 2019, sales, units sold and profitability were up in the first two quarters of 2023 for the majority of floral businesses that responded to the Society of American Florists’ biannual economic outlook survey. But now, the not-so-good...
With its typically slow sales, the summer can be a stressful season— but many florists say it doesn’t have to be. If you plan for the slowdown, it can actually be an ideal time to evaluate your business and make improvements in preparation for busier times. Where to...
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