[header] How to start a flower shop [title] Have the natural skills a florist requires. [step] Florists not only love working with flowers and plants, but should also possess a keen eye for detail, and creative flair. You'll have to be good with your hands, and physically fit. 
[substeps] It will help to have good interpersonal skills. The retail portion of your business, means that you'll be dealing with customers as they come in to shop for flowers the flower arrangements for weddings and funerals are often made in times of high stress, where emotions are close to the surface.