Romance Spells Big Business For Southwest Atlanta Flower Shops
For many small businesses, Valentine's Day has a big impact on the bottom line.
Marie Williams, owner of Marie’s Florist & Garden, plans to have her two coolers stocked with roses in preparation for Valentine’s Day. Like many florists, she is bracing for a holiday that means big business. The small store in southwest Atlanta is decorated with Valentine’s Day balloons and banners, white teddy bears and baskets of goodies. Williams took a break over the weekend to talk about how the holiday matters for small business people. Q. How much of your annual business do you do around the Valentine's Day holiday? A. About 30 percent. Q. Are red roses really the most popular flowers for Valentine's Day? A. Yes. Most people just get a dozen red roses, but some will also get a teddy, white or pink bears. But mostly it’s just …
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