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Does anyone of you know how often a typical florist buy flowers from wholesalers to sell in their own shops? Because Im not sure if they do it everyday or weekly or every after 3 days...whatever..because they do something to preserve them right?or to make them stay longer?i just dont know how....(if there are)...

Please...need help its for my Business studies coursework..
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Answer 1

I believe they do go every day, very early in the morning when the floral markets open so that they can get the freshest and most desirable flowers. Often they need specific flowers for contracted arrangements, like weddings, funerals, proms, etc., and daily trips are required because fresh flowers don't stay fresh very long.

Here's some more information on Florists that might come in handy, from the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook section on florists: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos292.htm

Significant Points

Job opportunities should be good because of relatively high replacement needs stemming from low starting pay and limited advancement opportunities
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Floral design is the only design specialty that does not require formal postsecondary training.

Many floral designers work long hours on weekends and holidays, filling orders and setting up decorations for weddings and other events.

About 1 out of 3 is self-employed.


Nature of the Work

Floral designers, or florists, cut live, dried, or silk flowers and other greenery and arrange them into displays of various sizes and shapes. They design these displays by selecting flowers, containers, and ribbons and arranging them into bouquets, corsages, centerpieces of tables, wreaths, and the like for weddings, funerals, holidays, and other special occasions. Some floral designers also utilize accessories such as balloons, candles, toys, candy, and gift baskets as part of their displays.

Job duties can vary by type of employment setting. Most floral designers work in small independent floral shops that specialize in custom orders and also handle large orders for weddings, caterers, or interior designers. Floral designers may meet with customers to discuss the arrangement or work from a written order. They note the occasion, the customer’s preferences, the price of the order, the time the floral display or plant is to be ready, and the place to which it is to be delivered. For special occasions, floral designers usually will help set up floral decorations. Floral designers also will prearrange a few displays to have available for walk-in customers or last-minute orders. Some floral designers also assist interior designers in creating live or silk displays for hotels, restaurants, and private residences.

Some florists work in the floral departments of grocery stores or for Internet florists, which specialize in creating prearranged floral decorations and bouquets. These floral retailers also may fill small custom orders for special occasions and funerals, but some grocery store florists do not deliver to clients or handle large custom orders. Florists who work for wholesale flower distributors assist in the selection of different types of flowers and greenery to purchase and sell to retail florists. Wholesale floral designers also select flowers for displays that they use as examples for retail florists.

Self-employed floral designers must handle the various aspects of running their own businesses, such as selecting and purchasing flowers, hiring and supervising staff, and maintaining financial records. Self-employed designers also may run gift shops or wedding consultation businesses in addition to providing floral design services. Some conduct design workshops for amateur gardeners or others with an interest in floral design.



Working Conditions

Most floral designers work in comfortable, well-lit spaces in retail outlets or at home, although working outdoors is sometimes required. Designers also may frequently make short trips delivering flowers, setting up arrangements for special events, and procuring flowers and other supplies.

Floral designers have frequent contact with customers and must work to satisfy their demands, including last-minute holiday and funeral orders. Because many flowers are perishable, most orders cannot be completed too far in advance. As a result, some designers often work long hours before and during holidays. Some also work nights and weekends to complete large orders for weddings and other special events.

Floral designers may suffer muscle strain from long periods of standing and from repeated finger and arm movements required to make floral arrangements. They are susceptible to back strain from lifting and carrying heavy flower arrangements. Designers also may suffer allergic reactions to certain types of pollen when working with flowers. In addition, they frequently use sharp objects—scissors, knives, and metal wire—that can cause injuries if handled improperly.

Answer 2

I don't know how often florist buy flowers I would think this would depend on the individual business. But I do know that most of their flowers go into a frige like cooler that set at like 55 degrees which keeps the flowers from drying out and dying.
Hope this helps.

Answer 3

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