What insurance does a florist business need? (2026)

Most florist operations carry a stack of commercial-insurance lines — some legally required (typically workers' compensation when you have employees), most commonly carried because clients, landlords, lenders, or regulators expect them. Below: the lines that bureau filings most often cite for florist operations. Confirm what's legally required vs commonly carried with a licensed agent in your state — requirements vary state by state.

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📘 Educational, not legal advice. This page summarizes commonly-carried commercial coverages — it is NOT a legal statement of what's required in your state. Legal requirements (workers' comp thresholds, liquor liability, state-mandated minimums, motor-carrier authority requirements, etc.) vary state by state and by business specifics. For binding requirements, request a quote or consult a licensed agent in your state.
Business activities classified under NAICS 459310 — Florists
Business activity
Florists
Flower shops, fresh
Source: US Census Bureau, 2022 NAICS Index File
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