Floral designers cut and arrange live, dried, and artificial flowers and plants.

Floral designers who design for clients talk to them about what type of arrangement they want. Designers also discuss price, estimate costs, and write orders or contracts.

Designers select flowers, greenery, and decorations to be used in the arrangements. They cut and trim flowers and foliage and keep them fresh in treated water. They create bouquets, wreaths, or other types of arrangements as requested.

Designers use a variety of tools and materials to do their work. They use different kinds of knives and shears to produce the desired cut and shape. They hold and secure the flowers with:

• Foam
• Wire
• Tape
• All kinds of containers

Designers pack and wrap arrangements for sale or shipment. They deliver flowers or arrange for their delivery to events. They often decorate the hall, church, or other building where the event will be held.

Floral designers keep the shop and work rooms clean and organized. They may conduct classes or give demonstrations in floral design. They may supervise assistants or train other workers.

If designers are self-employed and own their own shop, they manage the business. They keep financial records and order flowers, plants, and other supplies. They may design window displays to attract customers to the shop. Sometimes they hold classes to teach customers how to arrange their own bouquets. They may grow their own flowers.