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Foliage Design Systems

Foliage Design Systems (FDS) is a top-quality interior plant care service that creates environmentally healthy and visually attractive foliage spaces for businesses and other commercial properties. A leading provider in the $1 billion interiorscape market, Foliage Design Systems has a national network of individual franchise owners offering live and replica plants, flowers, blooms, and other arrangements. Franchisees do not need prior interiorscape or horticultural experience, as Foliage Design Systems provides extensive training to bring franchise owners up to speed and operating as quickly as possible.

Facts & figures
Liquid capital required
$50,000
Net worth required
$200,000
Investment
$44,000 - $64,000
Franchise fee
$20,000
Units in operation
41

Foliage Design Systems (FDS) Franchise Opportunity Overview

As America's first and number one interiorscape franchisor, Foliage Design Systems is dedicated to growth and expansion through offices individually owned and managed by qualified entrepreneurs. We are an equal opportunity franchisor.

Founded in 1971, we are a full-service interiorscape company. We began franchising in 1980 and have a nationwide network of individual franchise owners supported by the corporate office in Orlando, Florida. Offering the following to our clients...

Foliage Design Systems Products & Services

Products:

  • Highest quality live foliage
  • Replica/artificial plants
  • Preserved trees & plants
  • Seasonal blooming flowers & plants
  • Holiday décor including themed & custom designs
  • Decorative planters/containers
  • Self-watering/Subirrigation systems
  • Exterior containerized plantings

Services

  • Budget preparation
  • Design/Build
  • Project Consultation
  • Expert installation
  • Professional plant health management
  • Trained, uniformed service technicians
  • Weekly plant care with guaranteed maintenance
  • Quality control assurance program
  • Integrated pest management
  • Purchase & lease programs
  • Short term rentals for special events

Training & Support

With thirty-four plus years’ experience, we give entrepreneurs, with or without interiorscape industry background, the opportunity for immediate entry into the marketplace. Key support includes:

  • Protected Territory and Use of Established Trademark & Logo
  • Award-Winning Design, Installation, and Maintenance Expertise from Corporate Staff
  • Exhaustive Initial Training Class
  • Operations Manual
  • Professional Marketing Materials
  • Daily support via 800#, e-mail & fax.
  • Preferred Vendor Supply Discounts
  • National/Regional Account Leads & Referrals
  • Ongoing Training & Education via Newsletters, Regional and Annual Meetings.

Why Foliage Design Systems?

There are myriad reasons for a client to choose our products and services. Our interiorscapes:

  • Bring the beauty of nature indoors
  • Contribute to a mood or theme
  • Increase property values
  • Attract tenants and guests
  • Boost employee morale and performance
  • Filter out indoor air pollutants (live plants)
  • Offer a less expensive alternative to furniture & artwork
  • Consumer expectations and competitive considerations will also influence our client's buying decisions.

Are You a Good Fit for Foliage Design Systems?

What we look for in franchisees

  • An Entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Strong desire to work hard and smart in order to succeed.
  • Successful background in business management and/or sales.
  • Ability to manage finances.
  • Willingness to personally devote time and direction to day-to-day operation of your franchise.
  • Ability to motivate and train employees.
  • At minimum, $35K in cash or liquid assets.

To learn more about the Foliage Design Systems franchise opportunity, please submit the Request More Information form above so that we may reach out to you to start the conversation!

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