British Flowers Week is back (Monday 15th - Sunday 21st June 2026) when it will be championing the UK’s cut flower industry and celebrating the growers, wholesalers, and florists who work with British-grown flowers.
Entrepreneurial women are at the forefront of the diverse UK flower-growing sector, which has impressive representation across the UK. The British flower industry is growing. For the first time, the trade association Flowers from the Farm has released robust data highlighting the sector's positive impact on the UK economy and society.
A sector primarily led by women, the new figures are a positive business story that echoes the UN’s International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026). Average business revenues climbed to £33,600 in 2025, a 12% year-over-year increase. This financial growth is mirrored by a surge in productivity: average yields jumped from 30,700 to 43,500 stems per hectare in the last year alone, with average stems per member increasing by 55% to 32,500.
Economic changes have made the sector a more viable employer, with the average number of full-time equivalent (FTE) roles per business rising to 1.8.
This commercial success reflects a shift in consumer behavior. Driven by a commitment to sustainability, the public is increasingly seeking out UK growers who pioneer agroecological methods – a holistic approach that prioritizes ecosystem health, from soil regeneration to mindful consumption.
With events spanning England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the British Flowers Week programme offers the public an unprecedented look into the UK’s vibrant growing scene:
The festival features a diverse lineup of workshops, markets, talks and guided tours. These events offer visitors practical growing insights and the opportunity to discover the beauty of seasonal, British-grown stems.
