Floristry is nothing short of an art. It takes hard work and dedication to add the small details that will make the arrangements shine and add a little cheer to the recipient. Arrangements are also created to keep on display in the business. There are often coolers in the business so that the flowers can stay fresh until they are purchased. Some holidays are busier than others for florists, so it's important to have extra arrangements on hand. Valentine's Day and Mother's Day are two of the holidays when people order flowers to have delivered.

Many florists offer some type of delivery service whether it's a car or a large truck. Customers can call the shop to place an order or place an order online if the business has a website. The customer will pay for the arrangement or gift basket, and it will be delivered as soon as possible or on a specific date. This is a service that is common during the Valentine's Day and Mother's Day seasons as people like to send gifts to their spouses or their significant other.

It's not necessary for a florist to attend college in order to work in the field. However, there are classes that one can take that relate to crafts and floral design. Most florists order their flowers from a large company. They will receive a wholesale order of flowers so that there are plenty to choose from. These are kept in a refrigerator in the back of the shop. Each kind of flower is usually kept in its own container to make it easier for the florist to get the right flower for the arrangement. Some florists will separate the types of flowers into different colors. This is often done with carnations and roses.

If the customer has an idea of a flower arrangement in mind, then the florist can create the image as best as possible. There are usually pictures of arrangements in a book to choose from. Many people simply call the florist and let the shop know what occasion the flowers are for, and the florist will create something with the flowers in mind. Dried flowers are becoming popular in orders as they will usually last longer than fresh flowers. They can be pressed into a book or kept in a box so that the person has them for a long period of time. The florist will add ribbons, foliage and other plant materials to the arrangement to give that special touch for the recipient. Most florists will know about the symbolism of some flowers and the colors of those flowers such as red for love and yellow for friendship. This is something important to keep in mind for special occasions like weddings.