How to Become a More Sustainable Retailer
The retail industry is crucial to the UK economy. It accounts for 5% of the economy, pays £17bn in business taxes, and consists of more...
British Business Bank
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How to Protect your Business during Divorce
Protecting your business while navigating divorce can be complicated but with the right approach, your business doesn’t have to be a...
Small Business
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Mother's Day: Planning for Success
While we all hope for a trouble-free Mother’s Day weekend, it can’t be guaranteed, so here's how to plan ahead for a successful day.
Jackie Whittaker
Mar 33 min read
Cyclamen: More Than Just a Houseplant? featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Cyclamen make great houseplants at this time of year, but did you know they can also be used as a cut flower and a foliage plant?
Su Whale
Dec 13, 20242 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...
Federation of Small Businesses
Aug 12, 20243 min read
The Importance of Solid Admin Processes
Viv Bradford explains why solid admin processes are a necessity in your florist business.
Viv Bradford
Jun 24, 20243 min read
All About Birth Flowers
Learn all about Birth Flowers from January through to December, and everything in between
Jackie Whittaker
Feb 29, 20246 min read
Employment Allowance for Small Businesses
In 2014, the government introduced the Employment Allowance to give small businesses some relief on staffing costs.
Small Business
Sep 18, 20235 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 14, 20237 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
Aug 1, 20234 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.
Lauren Hackett
Jul 28, 20233 min read
Umbellifers: a Bridal Favourite
Su Whale looks at popular umbels enjoying a fashionable moment in floristry.
Su Whale
Jul 27, 20232 min read
Summer Colour Trends
Su Whale embraces bright summer colours with the help of the Pantone Color Institute.
Su Whale
Jul 20, 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.
Su Whale
Jul 19, 20232 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.
Karen Barnes
Jun 27, 20234 min read
