Federation of Small Businesses
Aug 123 min read
Step-by-step: Hiring an Apprentice
We’ve put together a simple checklist that you’ll need to follow to hire an apprentice, from choosing the apprenticeship to signing the...
Viv Bradford
Jun 243 min read
The Importance of Solid Admin Processes
Viv Bradford explains why solid admin processes are a necessity in your florist business.
Jackie Whittaker
Feb 296 min read
All About Birth Flowers
Learn all about Birth Flowers from January through to December, and everything in between
Small Business
Sep 18, 20235 min read
Employment Allowance for Small Businesses
In 2014, the government introduced the Employment Allowance to give small businesses some relief on staffing costs.
Lauren Hackett
Aug 14, 20237 min read
How to Use AI in Your Floristry Business
Learn about the massive potential of AI to help make running your business easier.
Lauren Hackett
Aug 1, 20234 min read
How to Ask for Google Reviews for your Floristry Business
Having positive reviews is essential for attracting new business but how do you encourage customers to leave them?
Lauren Hackett
Jul 28, 20233 min read
Why are Reviews on Google so Important?
Google Business reviews are an essential aspect of building and growing the profile of your bricks and mortar business online.
Su Whale
Jul 27, 20232 min read
Umbellifers: a Bridal Favourite
Su Whale looks at popular umbels enjoying a fashionable moment in floristry.
Su Whale
Jul 20, 20232 min read
Summer Colour Trends
Su Whale embraces bright summer colours with the help of the Pantone Color Institute.
Su Whale
Jul 19, 20232 min read
British Grown: Summer
High summer means flower growers across the UK are in full production. Su Whale guides you through the best UK-grown flowers available now.
Karen Barnes
Jun 27, 20234 min read
Preparing for Your First Job in Floristry
Karen Barnes offers advice on how to look for your first job in floristry after you've completed your college training.
Viv Bradford
Jun 26, 20233 min read
Ethylene Gas: the Silent Flower Killer.
Viv Bradford explains the threat of ethylene gas and how to protect your fresh flower stock from its effects.
Croner
Jun 12, 20234 min read
Benefits of diversity in the workplace
A more employers prioritise diversity, inclusivity and equality in their workforce, learn what the benefits could be for your business.
Su Whale
Jun 9, 20232 min read
UK-Grown at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Su Whale explores the range of UK-grown flowers on show at RHS Chelsea 2023.
Lauren Hackett
Apr 26, 20236 min read
How to Create a Google Business Account
Google Business is a great way to promote your floristry business. Learn how to make the most of it here.
