Tisdale Florists is one flower business that has seen production increase during the summer months. (Aaron Schulze/northeastNOW Staff)

By Aaron Schulze

Flower Season

Flower business blossoms during summertime

Jul 31, 2019 | 6:00 PM

Tisdale Florists has been busier than usual during the summer months, with milestones and occasions such as birthdays and weddings requiring displays.

“It’s been really good, fun, and busy for us,” Owner Vanessa Savage said. “It’s not typical, but we can’t say we’re disappointed by this at all.”

While Savage said Tisdale Florists has picked up more during the summer compared to other seasons throughout the year, there are still spikes in business with holidays during some cooler months.

“Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, and Christmas are our biggest holidays and they are big money makers for our business,” she said. “Christmas time, you’re going to have different things that are grown from down South. You have your carnations and roses, and people are looking for winter greens as well. Everyone wants roses at Valentine’s, and then Mother’s Day you get more of your spring flowers and bouquets.

“In between, it’s gifts trying to brighten up people’s day. Because when it’s -50 Celsius here for weeks, flowers can be a great way to cheer people up,” she said.

FSIN

Chief Bobby Cameron re-elected for fourth term as FSIN Chief

Oct 31, 2024

Economy

Economy stalled in August, Q3 growth looks to fall short of Bank of Canada estimates

Oct 31, 2024

Take a break

Hawks hope hiatus helps to turn season around

Oct 30, 2024

With a month and a half of summer remaining, Savage said business will still be steady when they gear up for the autumn months as well, as seasonal colours such as apricot, bronze, red, and yellow become more in demand.

–

aaron.schulze@jpbg.ca

On Twitter: @SchulzePANow