How do I get my flower shop to rank on Google?+
Florist SEO is won on two fronts: local search ('florist near me', 'flower delivery [city]') and occasion-specific search ('wedding florist [city]', 'sympathy flowers [city]'). WorkspaceCMS builds both — local search signals and Google Business support for map pack visibility, plus dedicated occasion pages that capture buyers when intent is highest. Built by a 15-year SEO agency, we know exactly which content converts local flower shop searches into orders.
Should I sell flowers directly on my website or use a delivery platform?+
Both can work, but delivery platforms typically take 25–35% per order, which destroys margins on arrangements. A well-optimized florist website with direct order capability lets you capture the same buyer without the commission. WorkspaceCMS integrates your preferred ordering tool or builds a direct inquiry flow — giving you orders from customers who found you through organic search, not through a platform that charges for the privilege.
What pages should a florist website have?+
A high-performing florist site needs occasion-specific pages (weddings, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, sympathy, corporate), a local delivery zone page, a gallery, a wedding consultation page, and a clear ordering CTA. Generic 'shop our flowers' homepages don't rank — pages built around specific occasions and searches do. We build all of these as part of your site launch.
How do I get more wedding floral inquiries from my website?+
Wedding florals are one of the highest-value categories for any florist, but they require a dedicated consultation page — not just a mention in your services list. We build a wedding floral page that showcases your work, explains your process, answers pricing questions honestly, and includes a consultation request form that pre-qualifies couples before they contact you. This page is also structured to rank for '[city] wedding florist' searches.
How do I compete with 1-800-Flowers and FTD online?+
National delivery brands win on brand recognition but lose on local authenticity. Your advantage is local expertise, same-day delivery knowledge, and custom arrangements that a national platform cannot replicate. WorkspaceCMS positions your shop against these competitors with local SEO content that captures the searches national brands can't serve — 'local florist [neighborhood]', 'custom wedding flowers [city]' — where your proximity and quality win the click.
How fast can a florist website launch?+
Most florist sites are live within two weeks of completing the shop intake. We handle all writing, page building, photo formatting, and technical SEO. Any 12-month plan includes the full site build at no extra cost — just your flat monthly subscription.