Floristry

Floristry or flower arranging is the creative art of designing and arranging flowers into bouquets and displays.

A florist needs to have an eye for design and colour, and the ability to cut, treat and arrange flowers so that they remain fresh for as long as possible. Knowledge of forming wreaths and complicated arrangements is also essential.

Flowers are a key part of many formal occasions and a florist will provide arrangements for a wide range of important events such as weddings and funerals. Many florists progress to running their own shops and an understanding of managing a business will help them to do this successfully.

Fast Facts

The UK fresh cut flower and indoor plant market is worth £2.2 billion at retail level. To put this in perspective, the UK music industry is worth around £2 billion. This represents an average spend per person per year of £36 (£28 on flowers and £8 on plants).

Source: The Flowers and Plants Association