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How To Start Your Floral Business From Home

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January 29, 2021 by Home Jobs By Mom
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How To Start Your Floral Business From Home

It's great to hear that you're interested in starting a home-based floral business. Obviously, it means you love gardening and flowers. This is an excellent decision, as a florist is one of the few home businesses that run successfully.

If you are confused regarding how to start your business, then you can consider seeking the help of many online entities that can get the legal work done for your business.

In this business, most of your business will be done either on the phone or via your website so that you won't need a storefront. All you will need is a great monitor for your eyes, so you don't get tired while working on your new business!

You might come across some customers who want to see your work or pick up arrangements from your home, so keep some space dedicated to your business, preferably away from your home.

If you have no clue how to set up your floral business, here's the lowdown:

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1. Define an area in your home for your floral business

It should have an independent entrance and easy access to water. It should accommodate a worktable, a cooler, and some walking room.

You should also have enough room to display some arrangements and an album of your work done for weddings or other events.

2. Draw up a plan for your floral business

Now that your space is defined make a plan of everything you're going to fit in there. You'll need a refrigerator to keep your flowers fresh. You'll also need a couple of worktables.

Have an idea of the costs involved in getting flowers and hiring a couple of employees and delivery boys. It's always important to be aware of your expenses, so write it down.

3. Buy florist's tools and inventory

Go to an office supply store and buy a pair of scissors and business cards. Also, stop by a craft store and get styrofoam, florist wire, colored ribbon, and floral tape. Don't forget to buy knives somewhere too!

Your store also needs vases, baskets, and add-on gifts like chocolates, stuffed animals, and balloons.

4. Let people know what floral skills you have

Don't restrict yourself to bouquets. Go beyond that to include centerpieces, wedding flower arrangements, gardening contracts, and much more.

Think of all the possibilities where flowers would be needed, and then reach out to the world with your offerings.

5. Complete all your paperwork before you begin marketing your florist business

Fill out the necessary forms, start an IRS business account and state sales tax account. Also, file a city or county business license.

Remember to let your lawyer know whether you want to start a sole proprietorship and ask him how you should submit your documents. Better yet, use a service like ZenBusiness. They can help you start your small business and keep you on track as your business grows.

Have a dedicated phone line for your business. Speak to a content developer to build your business website for online orders. Remember, you'll need a hosting company such as SiteGround or WP Engine to get started.

6. Make your presence felt with free floral arrangements

It could take ages before you get the recognition you truly deserve. So, instead of waiting for that to happen, begin by providing free arrangements for small functions where your visibility will be high.

Attend bridal shows and let funeral homes know of your business. When you make offers in person, take some appropriate work samples along. Speak to posh restaurants nearby for table arrangements in return for some recognition.

7. Speak to other florists for guidance

If you don't know the ins and outs of this business, don't worry. There are lots of veterans in this field who'll be only too happy to help.

If there are florists in your neighborhood, speak to them, and ask where they source their flowers.

Check online for wholesalers who can drop off flowers at your store. If you need cash upfront to stock your business, consider applying for online title loans!

8. Work hard on your feedback

In this day and age of electronic media, bad news travels faster than good. So, if you do receive a bad review from a customer, make amends immediately. If you've messed up, apologize. This is one way of building trust in your business, which only time will bear out.

As in any business, a florist business requires you to be attentive to fine details, amiable, and be able to deliver on your promise. As you go further in your business, you'll learn many more tips to succeed in the flower business.

Can you share any florist business ideas with us?

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  1. Dena Akbar

    October 10, 2021 at 8:06 pm

    Cool, definitely a lot easier now than the past ..with technology.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      October 15, 2021 at 7:48 am

      Very true – technology does make starting a floral business from home so much easier!

      Reply
  2. Tomalika K.

    May 25, 2021 at 4:35 am

    I’ve always wanted to run a floral business. The tips are going help a great deal! Thank you. And, if it’s alright, I would like to ask people to check out e-commerce solution. Why not to start a flower business online?

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 27, 2021 at 8:13 am

      You could def start a floral business online as well! I think it would be best to have both a physical store and a website since people often like to see flowers in person depending on the occasion.

      Reply
  3. megan allen

    January 31, 2021 at 9:12 am

    This is something that I would love to try! When I was little my mom had a greenhouse and I loved working in it and helping her with her business! Thank you for the tips!

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      February 7, 2021 at 4:07 pm

      That’s neat your mom had a greenhouse business. Was it one of those big greenhouses?

      Reply
  4. Dena Akbar

    April 15, 2020 at 6:14 pm

    These sound like good ideas. I’ve never seriously thought about having my own small business.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 13, 2020 at 10:20 am

      Starting a small business isn’t for everyone

      Reply
  5. Lauryn R

    May 18, 2019 at 9:36 pm

    This is very useful info, thank you so much for sharing! I have never thought about starting my own business before.

    Reply
  6. Kristi

    May 16, 2019 at 11:48 pm

    I honestly never would have thought of doing a floral home business, but now that I think about it, what a great idea! These are great tips for success.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 29, 2019 at 2:05 pm

      It’s perfect especially if you love flowers!

      Reply
  7. Kara Marks

    May 16, 2019 at 4:11 pm

    I haven’t seriously thought about owning my own business. If I ever did, it would be something like being a virtual asst.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 29, 2019 at 11:09 am

      A lot of people do the VA thing. I think I would like that too if you could make a decent amount.

      Reply
  8. Sarah L

    May 16, 2019 at 2:50 pm

    I have no personal interest in starting a small business. I’m retired now and enjoying it.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 29, 2019 at 7:49 am

      Living the good life, huh?

      Reply
  9. Jamie Martin

    May 16, 2019 at 2:33 pm

    Yes, I have been working on it. I sell on Ebay/etc.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 17, 2019 at 2:53 pm

      What do you sell?

      Reply
  10. Sandy Klocinski

    May 16, 2019 at 6:50 am

    I realize that you have to have some start up money and take risks, but I would not know what to do for a successful business. As a business owner, you don’t get paid a salary; just a percentage of the profits. (No profits, no income). You can go the “traditional” route and get financing to start a franchise or sole proprietorship etc. at which point you better know what you are doing otherwise your business can tank leaving you with endless debt. I’ve never been that much of a risk taker.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 28, 2019 at 3:54 pm

      Having no income would suck! I guess you have to make sure you have a nice nest egg first or start a business where you also actually do the job.

      Reply
  11. Brandon Sparks

    May 15, 2019 at 5:48 pm

    Yes I think about it all the time. I think it would be great to have one..

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 28, 2019 at 2:01 pm

      What kind of business would you start?

      Reply
  12. lixxey

    May 15, 2019 at 5:06 pm

    I have thought of and already have started an online business for web design and marketing. I have just completed my first website for a client in Kenya.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 28, 2019 at 12:17 pm

      That’s awesome! I’m glad you’ve found something you enjoy to do.

      Reply
  13. Devon Pickford

    May 15, 2019 at 8:20 am

    I tried to start a business at about 12? Designing outfits for my friends hamsters lol!

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 28, 2019 at 9:37 am

      That’s too funny! Our hamsters just had babies 🙂

      Reply
  14. kathy pease

    May 14, 2019 at 2:13 pm

    I have not thought about starting my own business. I get stressed easily and have anxiety just the thought of it scares me.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 17, 2019 at 2:52 pm

      I get stressed easily too, but the thought of starting a business doesn’t scare me. I get more anxiety following other peoples rules and demands. I get a feeling that I won’t live up to their expectations.

      Reply
  15. Nancy Burgess

    May 14, 2019 at 8:48 am

    Starting would be great these are good ideas.

    Reply
  16. Ronald Gagnon

    May 13, 2019 at 2:54 pm

    The best thing I can say is…..Just persevere..until the great days overcome the obstacles you will face for the time it takes to become successful..no matter how you define the word

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 17, 2019 at 2:48 pm

      You are so right. Perseverance is key if you want to start a business since so many fail.

      Reply
  17. Ronald Gagnon

    May 4, 2019 at 6:13 pm

    I have owned 2 restaurants, a bingo hall and 8 taxis. All because I owned my own consulting firm for over 30 years and took advantage of profitable opportunities

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 13, 2019 at 1:49 pm

      Wow, sounds like you are well aware of how to start a business. What is your best tip?

      Reply
  18. Cindy S.

    May 3, 2019 at 6:30 am

    I have thought of starting my own business. I haven’t yet…but I might!

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 10, 2019 at 4:15 pm

      What business would you start?

      Reply
  19. Veronica Lee

    April 30, 2019 at 5:56 am

    Great ideas. I’m too lazy to start my own small business. Perhaps one day I shall. Bookmarking this for that ‘one day’!!!

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 10, 2019 at 2:19 pm

      If you did start a business, what would it be?

      Reply
      • Veronica Lee

        May 10, 2019 at 10:10 pm

        Probably something to do cookies. But I’ve lost interest in baking for some time.

        Reply
        • Home Jobs By Mom

          May 16, 2019 at 4:07 pm

          Maybe you will find something new that piques your interest.

          Reply
  20. Heather K

    April 27, 2019 at 10:27 pm

    I started my own sewing business about five years ago but I found it far too stressful. After just a few months I threw in the towel and went back to sewing for just for fun.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 10, 2019 at 2:10 pm

      If it didn’t make you happy, doing it for fun was the right decision!

      Reply
  21. Jaff

    April 27, 2019 at 9:36 pm

    I did start my own business earlier this year. I just turned 40 and decided it was time to leave the 9-5 grind and become my own boss. So I joined this worldwide community of business owners where I met like-minded people that achieved the results that I was looking for. What’s great about our online business is you’re assigned a mentor who’ll guide you every step of the way and the training videos are up-to-date and detailed so no experience necessary. They also hold you accountable for the success of your online business to ensure that you’re head is always in the game. It’s just perfect for me because I was able to fire my boss, and I now work from home where I get to spend more time with my loved ones. Check it out – jaffhusin.com.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 10, 2019 at 1:42 pm

      What community did you join? I’d love to hear more about it.

      Reply
  22. Dana Rodriguez

    April 25, 2019 at 11:45 am

    My fiance’ has a small business. He does high end residential painting. He loves to cook and I like to prep when he does so we have thought about getting a food truck or small takeout business someday.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 10, 2019 at 11:39 am

      That would be fun to do as a couple! You should try to start that business someday. Never know where it could go.

      Reply
  23. Dawn D.

    April 22, 2019 at 6:51 am

    Owning your own business can be very rewarding. But, know this, you won’t get rich overnight – if at all. The first 5 years are the toughest (if your business survives that long). If you can’t commit – don’t do it.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      May 10, 2019 at 11:17 am

      Sounds like you are speaking from experience. Did you run a business?

      Reply
  24. Paula Pennachio

    April 21, 2019 at 7:26 pm

    When I was married my husband and I had our own construction business for a couple years but the taxes and insurances got too be too expensive. I sometimes want to start my own craft store

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      April 27, 2019 at 10:26 am

      I’m sorry the construction business didn’t work out. A craft store sounds super fun, though!

      Reply
  25. Dawn D.

    April 19, 2019 at 6:52 pm

    I come from a huge family history of entrepreneurs:
    Appliance repairmen
    Florist
    Massage Therapist
    Heating/Air cond. repair
    Construction
    Automotive Machinist
    Interior Decorators
    Jewelers
    Grocery stores
    And so much more. It takes a lot of hard work (& VERY LITTLE VACATION TIME) and a great mind for business, and several other traits, but it is rewarding.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      April 27, 2019 at 9:59 am

      Wow, you do know a lot of entrepreneurs. Are you one too?

      Reply
  26. Denise Low

    April 18, 2019 at 2:34 pm

    I have not really thought about owning my own business. It would be exciting to have a business of my own. It would also be very scary to me.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      April 27, 2019 at 9:37 am

      I think it would be fun to own a business too. It would just take some time to figure out how everything works, though.

      Reply
  27. Darlene Carbajal

    April 17, 2019 at 2:11 pm

    Great tips. I’ve always wanted to start my own business, but never knew where to look or how to start.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      April 17, 2019 at 2:42 pm

      What kind of business would you start if you could?

      Reply
  28. Amy D

    April 16, 2019 at 2:53 pm

    I planted 3 hibiscus bushes in my garden recently. I think that is the most I will do with working with flowers. I have a friend who is a florist, and it is certainly an art and a labor of love.

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      April 17, 2019 at 2:32 pm

      Haha, I need to plant some new flowers here soon too. I know what you mean, though, it really has to be a labor of love. Maybe if I had a green thumb lol.

      Reply
  29. Nancy

    April 15, 2019 at 9:05 pm

    I have been self-employed since 2003 but working on a blog. I am ready for a career change that better suits my needs.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      April 17, 2019 at 2:27 pm

      What kind of work are you in? I’m always looking for more ways to make money at home.

      Reply
  30. Kara Marks

    April 6, 2019 at 7:50 pm

    These sound like good ideas. I’ve never seriously thought about having my own small business.

    Reply
  31. Kristine Shelton

    April 6, 2019 at 7:14 am

    My bff & I have talked about a food truck or some sort of bakery. Her & my daughter love to cook & bake, and I can’t at all, but I am very business minded in comparison to them.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      April 9, 2019 at 12:49 pm

      That’s neat! I want to start a business one day too. Maybe something with animals 🙂

      Reply
      • Deepali Singh

        May 15, 2019 at 12:57 pm

        I’ve always been scared to start a new business because of the risk factor involved. I’m taking a business course these days and maybe one day in the future I can have my own business!

        Reply
        • Home Jobs By Mom

          May 28, 2019 at 10:40 am

          What kind of business would you start?

          Reply
  32. Calvin

    April 3, 2019 at 10:06 am

    Cool, definitely a lot easier now than the past ..with technology.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      April 9, 2019 at 12:40 pm

      Technology has helped a lot of new businesses get started these days.

      Reply

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