How many FLOWERAMA franchise locations are there?

As of the 2024 FDD, FLOWERAMA has 32 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1972.

Can you get an SBA loan for a FLOWERAMA franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for FLOWERAMA franchises. Historical data shows 7 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for FLOWERAMA franchisees, with an average loan amount of $259,057. The historical default rate is 0.0%.

Is FLOWERAMA a good franchise to buy?

FLOWERAMA shows several positive indicators: low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

FLOWERAMA

FDD Year:

Flowerama of America, Inc. franchises retail Flowerama Centers for the sale of fresh cut flowers, floral arrangements, green plants, blooming plants, artificial flowers and plants, floral accessories, gifts, and fresh fruit bouquets. The business model includes standard centers, co-branded options with 1-800-Flowers, and an add-on Fruit Bouquets Program, emphasizing a cash-and-carry approach with everyday affordable prices and freestanding locations. The target market is the general public seeking quality floral and related products for daily use.

Locations

$227K–$855K

Investment

Since 1972

Franchising

RetailCedar Falls, IA1-800-Flowers.com, Inc.www.flowerama.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$35,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$227,000 – $855,000

Low: $227,000High: $855,000

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

6.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

6% royalty + 2% marketing fund (if established)

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

This franchise did not provide Item 19 financial performance data.

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Extracted Item 19 Section

How FLOWERAMA Compares

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
FLOWERAMA Current	$227K – $855K	$35K	6.0%	32
MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS	$48K – $260K	N/A	N/A	797
CORNWELL	$80K – $324K	N/A	N/A	793
BATTERIES PLUS	$263K – $497K	$45K	5.0%	604
PET SUPPLIES PLUS	$537K – $2.0M	$50K	3.0%	502
WILD BIRDS UNLIMITED	$227K – $379K	$40K	4.0%	340
Specialty Retail Average 46 franchises	$285K – $708K	$38K	5.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 46 Specialty Retail franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States

1OH

2TX

3FL

4WI

5AR

6MN

7IA

8KS

9KY

10AL

11MO

12NE

13NM

14GA

15OK

+4 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for FLOWERAMA franchisees (2014 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$259,057

Total Volume

$1.8M

Default Rate

0.0%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

44 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases1

Multi-plaintiff franchisee lawsuit alleging claims against franchisor and affiliates (filed 2016, partial settlement)

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a FLOWERAMA franchise ranges from $227,000 to $855,000. This includes a franchise fee of $35,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.