“100 Days of May” and “Maycember” are now a part of pop culture and even psychology to refer to the packed social and academic calendars in the month of May. With so much to do, juggling the joy of milestone moments with a large workload can be difficult.The month of May is no exception for ...

Prom season can cast a stressful cloud over the month of May. So many intricate pieces, so many judgmental customers. It is no wonder many florists cap the number of corsages and boutonniere orders they will accept in May. It can easily be a losing battle for profit.  But did you know about the ...

This prom season, you might not hear the word “trend” with teen customers but “core.”  Adding the suffix “core” refers to any trend or subculture focused on a specific interest or identity. In laymen’s terms, you can replace the word “style” with “core.” When it comes to ...

The Hands-On MarketYou may have noticed “sip and paint” studios opening in your town – where guests can drink wine, chat with friends and get to know other community members, all while creating art that they can take home. While they may be growing in popularity, IBISWorld reports COVID ...

Even teens who have never purchased flowers before understand one thing about prom: the corsage needs to go with the dress.To some clients, that means perfectly matching colors and textures. To others, that means accenting the dress with a complementary color. While still another group want the ...

The word “mauve” doesn’t often roll off the tongues of Americans to describe a shade of pinkish purple. Some may even feel it synonymous with color palettes of the 1980s. But florists know mauve has always been a popular shade of flowers, even if it’s not referred to as such.Rose growers ...

As all businesses seek to draw traffic, becoming a destination through a “pop-up” concept is a winning formula for bars, restaurants and any available spaces. By enticing consumers to hang out in a uniquely decorated space, designers create a complete vibe, and a businesses’ investment in a ...

Prom is an opportunity to show customers how flowers express emotion and style. They go beyond the tradition of a date arriving with a corsage or pinning a boutonniere on a jacket. Body flowers are truly custom-made accessories to complete their look.When teens visit your shop, website or social ...

One of the top reasons consumers visit a flower shop or floral website is to express condolences.Funerals and celebrations of life have evolved in recent years. To continue our mission of serving floral professionals, there are a few key trends worth understanding. Let’s keep your floral business ...

Customers are ready to turn the pages of the calendar to spring and make their homes feel fresher and brighter. Appeal to these shopping habits by showing spring wreaths. It’s a tempting purchase that makes a statement without breaking one’s budget.Flowers and greenery naturally bring the ...