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85% of floristry businesses are organised through flower relay organisations

Floristry is a successful industry with around 6,700 UK floristry businesses

Each person spends an average of £26 per year on cut flowers and indoor plants


 

Floristry

Is floristry right for you?

It could be right for you if:

  • You love flowers and plants, and would like to work with them
  • You have a flair for design and creativity
  • You enjoy working with and helping people
  • You want to develop a variety of skills, including customer service and business skills
  • You like the idea of being your own boss

Top five useful skills to develop to work in floristry:

  • Knowledge of plant care and maintenance
  • An ability to manage your time effectively and work to deadlines
  • Knowledge of the latest fashion trends in floral design
  • Customer service skills, such as a good telephone manner
  • Business management skills including sales, marketing and accounts

Click here to find out which qualifications could help you get these skills


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Lorna Davies, Floristry shop owner, Perth
"I have the freedom and responsibility of having my own business"
Lorna Davies

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