
The
Irish market related to the
gardening industry, which also includes the
flowers sub-sector, started to increase in 2014, as presented by a study conducted by the
BoardBia, the main body that represents the interests of several business sectors – such as the food, drinks and
horticulture sectors, as well as the interests of the businesses operating in these industries.
The development of the market increased by 22% in 2014, accounting for EUR 631 million. Businessmen who want to
open a company in Ireland as a
business that sells flowers should know that later on, in 2016, the
gardening market increased at EUR 729 million; more information concerning the
registration procedure available for this type of business activity can be obtained from
our team of Ireland company formation consultants.
What are the main horticulture activities in Ireland?
There is a growing interest of the local consumer market in
purchasing outdoor plants and flowering plants, but it is also important to know that the
landscaping sector is developing here. Those who are considering starting the procedure of
Irish company formation in this sector must know that the main consumer market is represented by women, most of whom have an age above 55 years. The market is characterized by the following:
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• the flower market in Ireland is comprised of businesses that sell bulbs, outdoor flowers and foliage;
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• the market is also developed in the field of nursery crops and Christmas trees;
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• at the level of 2016, the total value of the sales registered for plants and flowers was estimated at EUR 209 million;
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• the value of the fresh cut flowers is estimated at EUR 50 million.
How to start a business that sells flowers in Ireland?
This type of business can be easily started as a
sole trader, provided that the person wanting to
open a flower shop has the necessary qualifications in the field. In order to have a successful business, it is best to follow a course that can offer all the relevant information concerning the manner in which flowers should be kept, cut, arranged in a flower bouquet and others;
our team of specialists in company registration in Ireland can advise on
how to open a sole trader.