Tulips Spring in the Fall–Get Some Now!

There’s a myth that tulips are a spring flower only. But, they have sprung forth in plentitude as the autumn season has launched into full swing. People love tulips. These great flowers are perfect for any occasiomn and practically any person. Many centuries ago, the craze for tulips in Holland drove prices sky . . . → Read More: Tulips Spring in the Fall–Get Some Now!

The Story of the Floral Wire Services

Are you mystified by the floral wire service structure? Well, florists are too. A little history…

FTD was the first wire service. It was a cooperative of florists across the country which gave them the opportunity to send orders from one city to another with a central clearinghouse. This way, orders could be sent . . . → Read More: The Story of the Floral Wire Services

Will the Economy and Society Flourish or Decline in 2011?

Life has become different in the U.S. and the world in the past couple of years. The economic stagnation has stymied the limited economic growth we experienced. While the quality of life may have improved in some ways, the average person has to make do with less. The gap between the rich and middle . . . → Read More: Will the Economy and Society Flourish or Decline in 2011?

Is There Hope for the Future of Florists?

As we start 2011, the florist business is in a tizzy. Will this be the end of the retail florist business as we know it? The retail florist has made it through times thick and thin. Will we hold out long enough to survive the shakeout and take advantage of the resurgence of the . . . → Read More: Is There Hope for the Future of Florists?

Is the U.S. Economy Self-Destructing? What Does It Mean for Us?

Usually, December is a busy month for florists–but this year looks like the exception. Business has been off for months, and there is no indication that the economy will recover in time for Christmas.

Small businesses like ours have been suffering and struggling to stay even. There are no big profits for us.

So, . . . → Read More: Is the U.S. Economy Self-Destructing? What Does It Mean for Us?