Florist market

Question 1

1. Foliage plants:
   2.Floristry:
2. Floristic:
   Florist:
3. Cutflowers:
4. Garden centers:
5. Arboriculture: i

Answer 1

1. Foliage plants: are those used for their colorful greenery or leaves
   2.Floristry: is a term that refers to the cultivation of flowers as well as their arrangement, and to the business of selling them.
2. Floristic: is the study of distribution and relationships of plant species over geographic areas
   Florist: is a person or a business dealing with arranging and merchandising flowers and floral products
3. Cutflowers: are parts of plant including the blooms, inflorescences and some attached plant materials , but not including roots and soil
4. Garden centers: are those retail outlets that sell plants grown in nurseries, along with garden supplies
5. Arboriculture: is a segment of the horticulture industry that deals with the care of trees

Question 2

Occasions for purchase flowers

Answer 2

Worship
Birthdays
Funerals
Wedding
Festivals
Marriage
Banquets
Mother’s day/father’s day
Get well soon
Promos
Valentine days
Inaugurations
Important occasion

Question 3

Products and Services offered by Florist

Answer 3

Balloons, silk plants, flowers,
Cut flowers
Garland
New arrangements
Potting containers
Hand-held flowers and arm bouquets
Centerpieces
Gifts
Potted plants
Funeral pieces: wreaths, sprays and other items
Vase arrangements

Question 4

Types of Florist Shop

Answer 4

Wholesale florist

Supplies retailers with potted plants and fresh-cut flowers.
Link between the grower and the retail florist
Wholesale florists may grow their own flowers.
Wholesalers also supply plants, giftware, containers and others.
It requires a several years of knowledge, experience, and a large capital.
Floral business involves a lot of commitment

Retail florists
A full service shop offers regular and special delivery
Purchases materials from wholesale growers, suppliers, and florists and sell directly to customers
Products and services sold include fresh flowers, blooming plants, balloons, novelty giftware, and silk and dried arrangements
It is suitable for entrepreneurs who love flowers and love talking to clients.

The key element is the skills and knowledge in floral design, arrangement, and care.
Retails can be in any type of location such as in hospitals, shopping malls, grocery stores, or street stalls.

Garden Center (Nurseries)
Flower Nursery Shop
Live potted plants
Wholesale or retailed
Flower seeds
Cut flowers
This type of service will require basic knowledge on floriculture

Question 5

Some of the Flower Nursery Shop in Bhutan

Answer 5

Some of the Flower Nursery Shop in Bhutan
Samteyling Agriculrure Nursey
Sourthern Seedling Nursey, Gelephug
Utty Nursey, Thimphu
Green Bhutan Nursery, Gelephug
Gaki Nursery, Paro
Deki Yoenang Nursery, Thimphu
Tara Nursery, Thimphu
Wangyul Flower Nursery, Thimphu
Nisha Nursery, Samtse

Question 6

Procedure for Registration of Nursery Operation

Answer 6

5. department of cottage and small industries, MoEA

Issuance of trade license by DCSI
Issuance of clearance to obtain trade license

4. Office of In-charge, BAFRA
   Submission of feasibility report and recommendation

3.Dzongkhag BAFRA Office (Conduct feasibility study)
Issuance of technical clearance

2. Department of Agriculture
   (Horticulture- Ornamental plants

Submission of proposal to obtain technical clearance

1. Proponent

Question 7

Popular ornamentals plants demand in market

Answer 7

Azalea
Fuchsia
lillies
Magnolia
Bonsai
Alstroemeria
Begonia
Orchid
Marigold
Pansy
Camellia
Geraniums
Hydrangea
New Guinea impatiens
Chrysanthemum
Poinsettia
Anthurium
Hyacinth
Primrose
Cycalamen
Carnation
Petunia
Cactus
Figs/rubberplant
Evergreens

Question 8

Some of the ornamentals as cut flowers

Answer 8

Chrysanthemum
Rose
Bird of Paradise
Carnations
Daffodil
Gladiolus
Heather
Larkspur
Lavender
Lily
Alstroemeria
Gerbera Daisy
Orchid
Anthurium
Hyacinth
Celosia