What group of floral products compensated for the loss of cut ...

[futuristic]

What group of floral products compensated for the loss of cut flower production during the 1970s and 1980s when imports replaced most of domestic production?
 
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Question 2

The retail price of flowers and plants is lower in the mass markets and these markets are expanding. Does it appear that the full-service florists will disappear as a result? Give justification for your answer.
 
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[tuate]

Answer to Question 1

foliage plants.

Answer to Question 2

No. Full-service florists are able to capitalize on more value-added
features which justify the higher prices they must charge to cover expenses. While
many mass markets now offer arrangement of flowers and sometimes delivery,
full service shops have delivery as a standard service plus they typically carry a
higher image of prestige and generally have a higher level of professional
exchange of information.

[futuristic]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[atrochim]

Excellent