You probably have some questions you need answered before you start your flower-growing business. If you want to succeed as a flower grower, and profit from your flower garden, you want the information that will put you ahead. Here are the top 10 FAQ and their answers:
1. What should I grow?
When you start out, start small. Only grow a few flowers, and see what works best. It's also a good idea to listen to your customers. What flowers do they want or need? Try to grow those, and that will maximize your potential for big profits.
2. Can I use chemical fertilizers?
You can, but it's strongly advised you only use organic fertilizers and other organic materials. This will help your flowers grow at a natural rate that avoids plant stress. Your plants will be healthier if you use organic materials.
3. What are the best perennials to grow?
Achillea, Allium, Chrysanthemum Leucanthemum, Lavandula and Veronica Longifolia are some of the most highly-recommended perennials.
4. What are the best annuals to grow?
Some of the best annuals to grow include Antirrhinum, Celosia, Consolida Ambigua, Helianthus Annuus, Godetia and Salvia.
5. What are the best places to sell my flowers?
There are several great places to sell your flowers. Farmers' markets continue to draw large crowds eager to buy from local growers. If you're willing to donate some of your profits to charity or a good cause, then fundraisers can be profitable. Or how about a roadside stand? Hotels and restaurants often decorate their tables and entryways with flowers, so you should consider talking to as many hotels and restaurants as you can. Plus, they'll want to keep their tables and entryways looking nice, so there is a potential for a high number of repeat sales.
6. Is a full-time commitment necessary?
No. While your flowers do need care and maintenance, you don't need to quit your job or your other commitments to be a successful flower grower. If you have a few hours a week to spare, you have enough to make money from flowers.
7. What are some woody ornamentals I should consider?
Bluebeard, bittersweet, flowerthorn, forsythia, lilac and heavenly bamboo are some you should consider. These shrubs and trees require little work and can be very profitable.
8. Why is growing bulbs a good idea?
Bulbs are fairly easy to grow, continue to be popular and most will multiply with the proper amount of care. Plus, bulbs that are forced to flower outside of their normal season can be very profitable. Some of these include: "Olaf" tulip for Valentine's Day, "Peerless Pink" for Mother's Day and "Paperwhite" daffodil for Christmas.
9. Is selling through the mail profitable?
It can be. Mail-order sales are a great way to make good money, if you have hard-to-find flower varieties. Place an inexpensive classified ad and run it repeatedly in national and regional gardening magazines. Repetition is the secret to success with classified ads.
10. How can I keep customers coming back?
In addition to growing great flowers, keep in touch with your customers by starting a mailing list. Just make a sign-up sheet and put it near your flowers whenever you sell them. Thanks to email, mailing lists are easy, quick and fun to do. Let your customers know when and where you'll be selling your flowers next, or news of a special sale and you'll see those faces returning over and over again.
Growing flowers for profit is a fun and enjoyable way to make money. Your backyard nursery can be turned into the profit center of your dream in no time. Just follow these suggestions and you'll be there before you know it. To learn more, read Growing Flowers for Profit, available at: rel=nofollow
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