HOW TO BECOME A FLORIST: 10 Tips You Must Know!

[@ChelseaFuss]

Let me know what questions you have about being a florist!

[@mimismegalife4976]

I thought I would love working in a florist shop but after only 5 hours I saw quite quickly that pace was not my cup of tea. The florist is the highest rated in our city and the phone never stops ringing CONSTANTLY. I stood for 90 minutes processing the morning delivery and sniping each stem to put them immediately into plant food and water. I know the owner makes excellent profit but I would never be happy running a flower 🌺 shop at the speed she does.

[@jenniferdavis5607]

Started sweeping the floors at Sango Village Florist on December 13th, today I got to do my first Arrangement.❤️

[@sadikafrancis2667]

Wow! Beauty flower

[@alexadoddy3990]

Hi! I am 15 and interested in beginning a career in floral design. I was just wondering for my future references, if you had any recommendations for college classes that would be helpful in this career. I know most can begin with just a high school diploma, but I really want to enhance my education and experience in the flower world. I love your videos btw, they are so informative and helpful 💜

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hello Alexa! Thank you so much for your comment! It is so great to hear that you are already thinking about a career in floral design! I recommend taking art, horticulture, business, floriculture, or floral design if your university offers it. All these classes can prepare you for a career in floristry! I would also recommend supplementing your education at a flower school or by taking classes with a florist you admire! I hope that helps! Best of luck and let me know if you have any other questions. Thank you for watching!

[@alexadoddy3990]

@@ChelseaFuss Thank you so much for responding to my comment! I’m so glad that you did because your response is so helpful to me!

[@esztergal3141]

Hii! I'm 16 and you're probably 16 as well by now, and yes thank you Chelsea for this video it is still helpful, especially for us teens. I'd like to work with flowers and plants, just don't know what specific kind of path I want to take. 🥰

[@everests]

Thanks for sharing this! I love doing floral arrangements at home though I haven’t been very experimental on the choices of flowers as I always use one or two types of flowers one

[@ChelseaFuss]

I am glad you enjoyed it! That is actually a great way to start out making floral arrangements! I love monotype arrangements! You can always add herbs and greens for texture too! I loved your plant video!:)

[@livingawesome9856]

Such an informative video. Thank you so much. I have your book too. It’s one of my favorites.

[@GardeningSpirit]

great video! i just started a job as a delivery person for a local flower shop & i had no idea about so many of these things (like how expensive flowers are, how fragile, etc).. i have a Q since i have been asked to help at the shop when deliveries aren't happening... how does one handle an arrangement?... low at the base, more at the middle? also how do you wrap flowers correctly so customers can take them home?-- thanks!

[@ChelseaFuss]

Thanks for your comment and questions:) Yes, you can carry it at the base and holding the vase securely. Usually it's typical to put the vase of flowers in a square florist box with some tissue. That keeps it very secure in transit. There are a lot of different ways to wrap! For instance the aqua wrap is a nice one because then the flowers are hydrated on their trip home. I hope that helps!

[@GardeningSpirit]

@@ChelseaFuss Thank you for taking the time to respond back! I look fwd to seeing more on ur channel. 😀

[@Nekronomikn]

Hi Chelsea, thank you for your informative video! I have only recently struck and interest in doing flower arranging as a career. I am doing a 1 week Flower Arranging Course at the Judith blacklock flower school in February to get in depth knowledge and hands on experience. After I have done the course I will stil be forever learning. Is it a good idea to build a portfolio of my work and set up a media page and over time go from there in making it into a business?

[@ChelseaFuss]

Ah Judith's school is wonderful! Yes, For your portfolio, I would start with an Instagram page! Keep me posted on your journey!

[@shin1979flower]

Wonderful 👏 From a friend in Japan

[@ArtsyZoneDesign]

Hello! Love your video! I have a question. Aside from changing the water, cutting the stems and cleaning out the dead leaves, what more could I do to make my flowers last longer once they are in a vase? Is there a specific mixture or vitamins that could help them last even longer? Thank you in advance!

[@ChelseaFuss]

You can use a flower food, purchased from a floral supplier or florist. But you can also just make sure you are using a clean vase, clean water, and clean tools. Flower food is not necessary. Additionally, keeping flowers away from heaters and bright sun will prolong their life. I hope that helps!

[@ArtsyZoneDesign]

@@ChelseaFuss Thank you so much!

[@SeaOracle]

This advice was great! Thank you 🌸🌺

[@ChelseaFuss]

I am so happy you found it helpful!

[@hshtrnaut]

Hi what are best newbie tips for an at home career before creating a business and opening either an in-store or online shop?

[@ChelseaFuss]

Take classes! Start making one arrangement a week, taking photos of it, and posting them on Instagram Start doing events for friends and getting pictures! Set up a flower workspace in your house! I hope that helps:)

[@luz8695]

Hello Chelsea, how do you find wholesaler and what's the minimal spent? How do we store flowers in the car so they don't break? Thank you!

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hello! Google Floral Wholesaler and your city to find one near you. The minimal spent will vary with each particular wholesaler. Each florist has their own packing techniques and it will depend on the car. I typically try to keep my flowers on the floor of the card, in a box stuffed with paper around the corners. For large events I use, long florist boxes, again with paper, and for large events use a van. Best of luck!! Thanks for watching!

[@fatemahameen99]

Hi! I have a question that I’ve been looking for an answer for like ever and I would really be grateful if you can help me. So I’ve been learning arranging and I’m doing pretty good. But I still don’t understand how to arrange the back of the arrangement. After finishing the front, how can I arrange the back of it? I tried to do it the same as the front but it turned out a little messy and buffy

[@fatemahameen99]

Puffy *

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hello Fatemah! Thank you for your question! You want to turn the arrangement as you make it. I would not necessarily arrange one side at a time. I would turn the vase each time I add a few stems. The arrangement should be balanced on all sides (that does not mean it needs to be matching). I hope that makes sense! Let me know if you have more questions!

[@joysfitnessjourney3152]

Thank you so much for the video! So helpful! I live in Florida. How would you go about finding what flowers or plants should I be looking for to buy wholesale or grow with being in a hot climate? I so appreciate the help! Thank you

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hello Joy! Thanks so much for your question! I am not super familiar with the plants that grow indigenously in Florida but I imagine that tropical stems like dendrobium orchid or anthurium would work well in that climate. I would look around at your local flower shops and take a look at what flower farms in your area are growing.

[@joysfitnessjourney3152]

@@ChelseaFuss I sure will! Thank you

[@SleepingLotusLife]

This is very useful for me. Thank you !!!

[@ChelseaFuss]

You are welcome!

[@sommergoodman1984]

Thanks for this video. Do you have a recommendation for a book to begin flower identification?

[@ChelseaFuss]

If you are looking for identification for cut flowers, I would start by perusing the wholesaler online catalogs. I also love the plant net app ( I always double check it with a Google search.). I have a post about plant ID here: www.chelseafuss.com/blog/how-to-id-cut-flowers Let me know if you need something else!:)

[@laylalayla7663]

Hi. What about arranging 50 roses wrapped up but having the stems exposed out ( no wet paper towel or no water vase ) for a customer. What spray would be better to apply? To last longer until they get home and place it in water. Thank you

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hello! Thank you for your question. I don't use sprays for fresh flowers. I use temperature control and conditioning practices. I also source locally so that the flowers are as fresh as possible! I don't recommend using sprays. Keep the flowers cool before hand and make sure they are hydrated and fresh. Thanks!

[@bettymatjila6697]

Hòw to prepare and condition flowers

[@user-du1qw3cq5h]

so good❤❤❤

[@AmyOsborne-fk2yq]

Very helpful , thank you

[@ChelseaFuss]

I am so glad it was helpful!

[@abigalerichard3679]

What book or where can I learn about the names of flowers & types of leafes

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hello Abigale, Thank you for your question. This blog post I wrote will tell you everything you need to know to get started with identifying flowers. www.chelseafuss.com/blog/how-to-id-cut-flowers Best of luck! -Chelsea

[@dawnjones2351]

Hi Chelsea, I'm interested in working at Flea Market, Outdoor Market and street vending. My friend blows glass and etches the vases. How do I get a license for this? My town is small?

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hi Dawn, If you are interested in selling flowers at your town's market, you will need to contact the market for an application, I assume. Sounds like a great endeavor! Good luck!

[@RaulHernandez-py4xh]

How do You condition an prep roses to last longer?

[@ChelseaFuss]

You need to cut at an angle with the proper flower shears and let them sit in water for a few hours before working with them!

[@haileyalonso6194]

•Cut at a 45 degree angle •Don’t put leaves on the stem in water because that makes bacteria; that can lead to mold which makes your flowers mold and wilt faster •Always use floral preservative •And finally of course always handle flowers with lots of care because they’re very fragile

[@gabbymendez6949]

Hi I'm 17 years old and barely started working at a floral shop. I have to work 16 hours with no pay for "training" & then after the 16 hours I will get payed & I already did 15 hours in 3 days & I don't know if it's fair or not or if that's how the training is supposed to be in floral shops.

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hello there, Gabby! Thank you for your comment. Training without pay is definitley not the norm and it certainly does not sound right. I have never experienced that as an employee or as a boss. Best of luck to you.

[@gabbymendez6949]

@@ChelseaFuss Thank you for responding to my question!

[@FrankBlanchardAIFD]

Hi Gabby, I just saw your comment and thought I would add some words of wisdom from a seasoned Pro. First in 16 hours of "Unpaid Training" you're not going to learn a whole lot. Secondly what you described is not only not normal, it's also illegal. From what you described really the only way it can kinda work is if it's an official unpaid "internship". If that's the case there still needs to be formal documentation done so that both parties can benefit and also not get in trouble when it comes to doing taxes etc etc etc. Now I will say this, there are a lot of great places to get great information and fantastic professional training that will help you on your journey with flowers a lot. There are a lot of great places to get a lot of education totally Free, and there are also some fantastic paid programs you can also gain valuable technical knowledge from. You can find a lot of great professional resources from AIFD which is the American Institute of Floral Designers. I would also check out Florists Review Magazine, Fleur Creatif, and Florint. Also, Floral Design Institute has fantastic information, Floriology Institute and there are others. There is a lot of fantastic information out there it just helps to know where to look. Hope that helps.

[@gabbymendez6949]

@@FrankBlanchardAIFDThank you for all the information. I appreciate it a lot! Sadly I had to quit the job because the owner of the shop was disorganized and never gave me a clear schedule and even at times lost my calender where I would write down my hours. I loved the job but I just couldn't go on because of how it was all disorganized with the owner. But I will definitely be looking into more floral shops to work at because I really did enjoy what I learned and the work.

[@FrankBlanchardAIFD]

@@gabbymendez6949 That's great that you are keeping your passion for flowers alive. Sad you had that experience... it's a scenario I've actually heard a lot, unfortunately. Just remember you still learned a lot, you know you love flowers, you just have to find the right situation. A lot of shops are having a really hard time finding great employees who want to work. The industry and the business of flowers is growing really fast. If you are interested let me know where you are. I can very likely point you in the direction of a shop in your area that is needing help. I know a lot of shop owners all over the country, and I have people contact me every day wondering if I know anyone that might be interested. Ya never know, the right situation might be just around the corner.

[@jamiepetrovski9987]

Hi, im a 22 yr old male. Is it hard to get into the industry being male, or is it anything goes?

[@ChelseaFuss]

Floristry is for anyone interested in flowers! Best of luck!!

[@nishatsherwani7087]

I want to start a home shop one of my room. This shop will have small portions of many things. Like poted plants Cut flowers Book, hobby ones for gifts Candles Infuser Bakery Fresh fruits Vegetables nit all something I m based in Delhi, India. Verity is not much. Limited flowers. Flowers are expensive. My question is how to keep themin all sessions. Winters, summer, humidity Pls suggests me hoe to starts. I really like your video.

[@ChelseaFuss]

Thank you for your comment! Start by buying product locally that is grown where you live. That way it will be in season. Good luck on your business!

[@TishaMarieMarie]

Is it hard to make six figures as the owner of a floral boutique?

[@ChelseaFuss]

It really depends on your business model. It certainly happens but it is not common.

[@TishaMarieMarie]

@@ChelseaFuss thank you

[@jallowjerry9452]

@@TishaMarieMarie Hello beautiful Sweet Texas Belle... Can we talk in private please?

[@Innocentkaihepa]

I m in namibia my name is Diana i also want to open my own flower shop i was working in the flower shop before im a florist but i dont have money to start my own please help or any advice please thank you

[@ChelseaFuss]

Hello! Thank you for your comment! I would start with the checklist. You can download it here: tinyurl.com/y9s9x7y2

[@CharlotteBrown-cb8ym]

Maravilhoso

[@baronvillanueva2802]

Hi mam im enterested to work

[@ChelseaFuss]

Ok start working on your flower portfolio! Make a list of local shops where you would like to work:)

[@billtaylor9679]

In my 50+ years in the floral industry, I have known zero professional designers to use pruning shears to cut stems while designing! ZERO!

[@billtaylor9679]

A professional floral designer cuts the stems of the flowers with a knife, not a pair of pruning shears!

[@ChelseaFuss]

Different florists use different tools. Yes, many prefer a knife. Some of us prefer clippers or snips.