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The marketing of flowers in the United Kingdom

Alan Hunt (Wye College, University of London, UK)

European Journal of Marketing

ISSN: 0309-0566

Article publication date: 1 February 1972

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Abstract

Identifies a small market (flowers) in comparison with western Europe – one with growth potential and examines the particular problems of this commodity. Gives a realistic assessment of the possibilities for expansion. Highlights that flowers are costly to produce, fragile to handle, have a life of no more than a few days in most cases and are used mainly as expressions of sentiment and ornament rather than for more utilitarian purposes. Summarises that flowers have a special place in consumers' appreciation, but one that could easily be lost by the use of clumsy or over‐reaching tactics.

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Hunt, A. (1972), "The marketing of flowers in the United Kingdom", European Journal of Marketing, Vol. 6 No. 2, pp. 98-106. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000005129

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 1972, MCB UP Limited

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