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Hamilton florist's business has gone from strength to strength - Daily Record

At first we had supply problems. The market had closed down for a couple of weeks and then they were only taking pre-orders which was a bit of a headache. “Now, it’s not back to the normal as we know but it is getting better. “There are a lot of other supplies that are quite hard to get into just now because a lot of stuff comes from China so some of the stuff is very hard to get. “I’ve got a lot of experience so I just try and work out what I can do with that.” And with coronavirus restrictions in place, there has been a change in the kind of clients looking for bouquets. She added: “The weddings have all been cancelled until next year, it’s just been people sending each other cheer up bouquets and I’ve done a few funerals as well. “ I think people are supporting local businesses at this time and shopping local rather than going to the big places.” Michelle is a third generation florist following in mother and grandmother’s footsteps - as well as her aunt and cousin. That history and experience in the industry is one reason why Michelle is hopeful for what the future will bring. “Yes, I am optimistic for the future. I think you’ve got to be. “Flowers are my passion. “This has come from my grandmother who was a florist, my mother, my aunt and my cousin. “It’s right in the family and has come through the generations. I do feel optimistic going forward with it. “I want to give stuff back to the community. “ I’m going to do wee workshops for kids and adults when it’s safe to do so. There is a wee church right next to me so I need to meet the minister there and see if we can do it. “I’ve done a couple of raffles and given a bouquet away to thank customers for liking and sharing the page. “I’ll continue to do that because I appreciate them coming to me when they could go elsewhere.”... https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/hamilton-florists-business-gone-strength-22502590

Small but mighty, a Washington florist battles back in the pandemic - Reuters

George Floyd's death in Minneapolis police custody, in Washington, U.S., June 2, 2020. REUTERS/Erin ScottThe signs reflect a slow return to normalcy as life and business adapt to the coronavirus pandemic and racial justice movement that both erupted in the first half of 2020. The business, run by sisters Stacie Lee Banks and Kristie Lee, stayed open during the months of mandated shutdown in Washington, doing deliveries as its doors stayed shut. Clients have been welcomed back into the store since June 22, although a table bars anyone from stepping in more than 10 feet. For wedding and funeral consultations customers may go further inside, but only after checking their temperatures. “I think that we could have reopened more than we did, but we’re still being cautious about our space and not letting people in, because our employees are concerned,” Banks said. When D.C. businesses reopened, the city government gave small businesses a supply of masks and hand sanitizer upon request. The shop, one of several U.S. small businesses that Reuters is following through the crisis, also bought face shields for employees and a thermometer. The sisters had to modify staff schedules, with people working the same number of hours over fewer days. The third generation owners of the family business also alternate their days in the shop to care for their mother, who was diagnosed with dementia this summer. Staying open during the pandemic means rolling with unexpected punches, like when an employee attended a gathering where someone later tested posit... https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-usa-smallbusiness/small-but-mighty-a-washington-florist-battles-back-in-the-pandemic-idUSKCN2511D6

The Flower Bucket in Yarmouth County nurtures joy with flowers - TheChronicleHerald.ca

TUSKET, N.S. — The cicadas are humming and buzzing on this hot August day as we stand in the middle of one of Lisa Fordham’s cutting gardens at The Flower Bucket in Yarmouth County. The asters, cosmos, sunflowers and chamomile, in addition to many other blooms, are growing well, with a fabric mulch and drip irrigation over their roots.Lupines in every colour glow in this tumbling arrangement.Lisa Fordham Photo - ContributedA tall fence encloses the area to deter deer. It also helps to deter heartache.“I grow all my annuals from seed in the house in March. You tend to them and love them and then to have a deer come in to eat them all, it would break my heart,” says Fordham.It would have broken a lot of other people’s hearts as well.She says this spring there was a huge demand for bouquets.“People just needed them. They were in their homes and they needed sprigs of joy.”Daughters Bella and Lisa help out in the gardens when able.Lisa Fordham Photo - ContributedIn order to keep up with the demand, Fordham had e... https://www.thechronicleherald.ca/business/local-business/the-flower-bucket-in-yarmouth-county-nurtures-joy-with-flowers-482841/

Florist POS System Market 2020 COVID-19 Impact Scenario on Key Players – Advanced Retail Management Systems, Vertical Technologies, Lovingly, Ularas, Lightspeed, EposNow, Floranext, Floral Frog, Teleflora, Intuit QuickBooks - The Daily Chronicle

SystemsVertical TechnologiesLovinglyUlarasLightspeedEposNowFloranextFloral FrogTelefloraIntuit QuickBooksThe Florist POS System report gives isolate extensive examination for United States, Canada, Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Netherlands, Turkey, Switzerland, Sweden, Poland, Belgium, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, India, Taiwan, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa and Rest of World for the main regions in the world. In this division, worldwide competitive scene and supply/request scenario of Florist POS System industry have been given.Global Florist POS System Market Segments 2020This study serves the Florist POS System market segmentation consists of key manufacturers segment, types segment, and applications segment. The data concerning these segments that are blooming in the Florist POS System market is included.Years considered for this report:Historical Years: 2015-2019Base Year: 2019Estimated Year: 2020Forecast Period: 2020-2027Study of Florist POS System industry according to various types:The Florist POS System market type and application are discussed deeply with sales market share and growth rate. Florist POS System market forecast, by regions, type and application, with sales and revenue are integrated with this report.Cloud-BasedOn-PremiseStudy of Florist POS System market according to distinct applications:RetailDecorationConference ServiceInquire before purchasing the report here: https://www.orbisresearch.com/contacts/enquiry-before-buying/4648706Geographically, the Florist POS System market report break down the noteworthy countries, featuring on the profitability (Mn/Bn USD), share (%), circumstance, Florist POS System size and opportunity in that particular districts. Underneath region are shrouded in the report alongside their ability.Global Florist POS System Industry Segment by Regions, regional analysis covers:– Florist POS System Market in North America (USA, Canada and Mexico).– Europe Florist POS System Market (Germany, France, UK, Russia and Italy).– Florist POS System Market in Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India and South-east Asia).– Latin America Florist POS System Market, Middle and Af... https://thedailychronicle.in/news/359407/florist-pos-system-market-2020-covid-19-impact-scenario-on-key-players-advanced-retail-management-systems-vertical-technologies-lovingly-ularas-lightspeed-eposnow-floranext-floral-frog-telef/

Tough Times for Hawai'i's Lei - Hawaii Business Magazine

Hawai‘i’s most beloved traditions: the giving of lei and the embrace that follows.Local companies are also adapting to the new reality with services like shop from home, contactless delivery and curbside pickup, and owners remain hopeful that flowers and the joy they bring will remain an important part of people’s lives.“I was here for the beginning to where it is right now,” says Karen Lee, who runs Cindy’s Lei and Flower Shoppe in Chinatown. She fears the lei tradition will fade as a result of this latest business downturn. “We’ve had to reevaluate our position not only as a small business but what we contribute to the community for this lei that we create and sell. The lei is such a big part of people’s milestones.”Photo courtesy of Aloha Island LeiLee acknowledges that her business, which has been around for four generations, is on precarious ground. “Before, we were able to make a lot of random decisions and we were able to recover,” she says. “That’s not the case now: Every decision is important.”The annual statistical summary of Hawai‘i’s horticulture and nursery products from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture has shown a slow decline since 2014 in the lei and cut flowers category, while other areas of the nursery industry have grown, such as garden and potted flowering plants.For instance, while the department’ 2018 estimates showed a 9% increase to $84.3 million in revenue overall, two categories indicated major declines:27% decrease in lei, from $2.42 mil... https://www.hawaiibusiness.com/tough-times-for-hawaiis-lei/

Plymouth flower shop closes after four decades as owner retires - Hometown Life

Museum, the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce and volunteering with Angela Hospice with flowers."We're always trying to do for others," she said.Then earlier this year, the coronavirus pandemic hit Michigan, forcing her to close her doors temporarily. During that time, she looked ahead to what doing business in a world occupied by COVID-19 looked like. She said she did not want to operate like that and risk her health. So she's decided to retire."While we were closed, every day in the news was something different," she said. "I just said, 'I think that it's time.'"'I'm going to miss the customers'Ribar, who still lives down the street from the floral shop, said she was sad to hear the shop still bearing her name would close, but understood why Morrison would decide to do it.She said meeting Morrison decades ago was an important point in her professional life."It would've been a monumental task (to stay open). She's a hard worker, always has been," Ribar said of Morrison. "She does anything you need to do and happy to do it. We did a good thing when we met Lori."Morrison planned to be out of the space by the end of the month. While Morrison said she's looking forward to spending time with family and friends or traveling near Christmas instead of working, she said she will miss the loyal customers that came in all the time looking for that personal touch in flowers. She said she hasn't ruled out helping out in other flower shops in the future; she said she's already had some people inquire if she wants to help during a busier season in the future."I'm going to miss the customers," she said. "I'm certainly not going to miss the long hours or smelling like sap. "I am going to miss the people I see every Christmas."... https://www.hometownlife.com/story/news/local/plymouth/2020/06/25/plymouth-floral-shop-closes/5306585002/

10 Northern Michigan Florists - MyNorth.com

February and whether yours is a newly budding relationship or a blossoming one, let your significant other know they’re special to you with a Valentine’s Day bouquet from a Northern Michigan florist.These 10 Northern Michigan florists (from Traverse City to Ludington!) are great to keep in mind for Valentine’s Day, but they also create arrangements year-round for weddings, funerals, anniversaries, parties and more!Beads and Blooms Florist78 N. Jebavy Dr. Ludington, MI 49431, 231.845.6537 or 231.425.4133A local florist that delivers on a personal level, “all flower arrangements are artistically arranged in a vase and hand-delivered to the recipient.” Flower’s From Sky’s the Limit413 Michigan St. Petoskey, MI 49770, 231.347.7770Pick out the perfect pair of posies (or whatever suits your fancy) online and choose from a wide variety of arrangements that can be delivered in Petoskey or nationwide. Flower Station341 W. Front St., Traverse City, MI 49684, 231.946.1742, toll free:Located a short walk from the heart of downtown Traverse City, the Flower Station is a family owned store that offers a selection of imported and locally grown fresh flowers.Hagstrom’s Flowers... https://mynorth.com/2015/01/10-northern-michigan-florists/

Welcome Mat: Ferndale florist hits the road with mobile flower cart - The Detroit News

One way to help butterflies is to plant native plants, such as milkweed for monarch butterflies. Ten milkweed species are native to Michigan – the most widespread of which are common milkweed, butterfly milkweed and swamp milkweed. If you'd like to plant milkweed in your own yard, Barson's Greenhouse, 6414 Merrimen in Westland, carries milkweed. To learn more about pollinators, click here. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/life/2020/07/02/mobile-flower-cart-ferndale/5351054002/

Flower growers see sales wither as planting season launches - CBC.ca

Canadian production stems from Ontario. Neighbouring New York and Ohio have also forced garden centres to lock their doors, while Michigan and Vermont have banned retailers from selling non-essential products, including home gardening items. "If they don't open, the damage is going to be astronomical," said trade group head Andi Kuyvenhoven, noting garden centres' crucial role for bedding plants in particular. British Columbia — the second-biggest flower and plant producer — Alberta and Manitoba and have allowed garden centres to keep running, while Quebec deemed them essential along with nurseries as of April 15, though not in time for Easter. Kuyvenhoven, who with his wife co-owns a $2.5-million business selling potted Chrysanthemums and indoor calla lilies — largely to U.S. distributors — on a pair of farms west of Toronto, says clogged supply chains south of the border remain a problem. 'I haven't slept in five weeks' "U.S. customers for a time closed their distribution systems to floral and so the main grocery chains were not purchasing plants," he said, which was hard on growers of cut flowers such as roses and tulips. "If a truck can take 24 skids and four skids were flowers, the flowers came off the trucks and they put more food on the truck — which we completely understand. The only challenge is, when you're growing flowers as we do, they also have a shelf life," said Kuyvenhoven, who bought his business from his parents in 1990. "Now we're now facing liquidity issues...I haven't slept in five weeks." Flowers Canada Growers says exports to the U.S. make up about one-third of greenhouse flower and plant sales, which hit $1.6 billion in 2018, according to Statistics Canada. Nursery sales topped $500 million. While garden centres can continue to operate across much of the continent, growers wonder whether bouquets and flower pots will remain on the shopping list of consumers struggling to make rent amid soaring unemployment numbers and a looming recession. Kuyvenhoven is hoping that families confined to their homes for most of the day will choose to spend what they've saved from unpurchased vacations and lattes on plants for their vases and flower beds. "That's part of what's carried us through downturns in the past," he said. Growers associations are in talks with federal and provincial governments over potential financial relief, with Flowers Canada Growers asking for a "cash injection" as well as extended debt repayment plans secured in part by Ottawa, Kuyvenhoven said. So far, the federal government has extended a stay of default for eligible farmers until Oct. 31, giving flower and potted plant producers an extra six months to pay off federal loans that would have been due at the end of April. Ottawa has also granted exemptions on air travel restrictions to temporary foreign workers and invested $50 million to help farmers fly in labourers on charter trips. "New flights are being booked ever day," the agriculture department sai... https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/flower-growers-hamilton-1.5546023