Flowers Available Year Round

by prestigeflowers

Just as every fruit has it’s own season, the same can be said for flowers. Some flowers bloom during the hotter months of summer while others prefer more moderate to cold temperatures. This is the reason why you don’t always find the exact same kind of flowers available at your local or online florist. However, with the help of technology and the import / export trade agreements between various countries, we are able to purchase a number of flowers when they would normally be unavailable.

The first flower that comes to mind is the rose. In the Southern Hemisphere, these flowers bloom from about December to February. This is the summer period down south. However, in the Northern Hemisphere, they are not naturally in bloom. Now think what would happen to all those people in the north when a day like Valentine’s Day comes around and there are no roses! Not only would customers be disappointed but florists would lose a lot of money. So, roses are grown in greenhouses and imported if need be just to meet the demand. Creating an artificial environment is a pricey thing to do and so is importing so, needless to say, prices of roses around Valentine’s Day are at their highest. They can reach double or even triple the usual price. It is understandable that they should be more expensive but, seriously, triple the normal price?  That seems a bit harsh.

That’s probably why so many people choose alternatives such as carnations or chrysanthemums. They are much cheaper options and carnations are known to outlast cut roses too. In fact, it’s interesting to know that although they are one of the cheaper options, carnations are one of the longest lasting cut flowers.  Second only to orchids.

A very important type of flower in any flower shop is the lily. There are so many different kinds available but it is important that a florist keep a few on hand at all times. These elegant blooms are popular as gifts and to be used in centrepieces for various occasions including weddings. That being said, a more simple approach would be the gerbera daisy. Florists try to keep these on hand at all times too. They are available in a wide range of colours and can be used on their own, along with foliage or even as mass flowers in a larger arrangement.

The key to any successful business is the principal of supply and demand. As long as you can offer your clients what they want or need, you are in business. So, although it may be a touch more difficult and expensive to keep out of season flowers in stock or at least make them available upon request, it’s worth it at the end of the day. Every country has a different selection of popular flowers so you must also be aware of this if you ever send an international flower delivery.