Oldest central Arkansas florist expands to NWA

By the numbers: There are an estimated 11,700 retail florists in the U.S., according to the Society of American Florists. Sales — including potted plants and seeds — have sprouted nearly 27% from an estimated $55.9 billion in 2020 to $71 billion in 2024.

• Consumers spent $260 per capita in 2024 on flowers and greenery.

What they're saying: "Most of the women in Little Rock that I know do register at Tipton & Hurst," Jaclyn Clyburn told Axios. She lives in Bentonville, was married at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park in Missouri last year and used T&H of Little Rock for floral arrangements and for her gift registry. Logistics weren't a problem.

• "They listen and they care, and they definitely know how to deliver beauty without stress, and definitely all the conversations that I had felt like working with family," Clyburn said.

Cindy Pugh, the bride's mother, said its reputation has been stable and consistent.

• They both noted T&H exceeded expectations but still hit the floral budget.

What's next: Plans call for Tipton & Hurst to open in Rogers on September 1.