The Little Flower Shop

Dr. Finn's Games, Granna · Board game · 2018
7.0 Ludopedia 6.6 BGG 1–4 · best 4 Solo 20 min Weight 1.5/5
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7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

The Little Flower Shop is one of those games that embraces you with beautiful art and a relaxing premise, but hides a dose of strategy that will make you think. If you enjoy set collection and love card drafting, you'll feel right at home. It's perfect for a calm game session, whether solo or with friends, without sacrificing interesting decisions. The beauty of Sarah Wry's illustrations alone is worth a look!

Highlights
  • Stunning botanical artwork
  • Smooth drafting mechanic
  • Light and accessible strategy
  • Great for solo play
  • Charming and relaxing theme
Keep in mind
  • Limited player interaction
  • Can feel repetitive over time
  • Strategy not very deep
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In The Little Flower Shop, you step into the shoes of a talented florist, diligently working to create the most beautiful flower display in the village's small flower shop. The goal is to attract customers and, of course, score plenty of points with your floral creations. This is a light yet strategically engaging set collection game, and the visuals are a spectacle in themselves, featuring stunning botanical artwork by artist Sarah Wry.

The core mechanic is the well-known card draft: you pick one card from your hand and pass the rest to the next player, repeating until all cards are distributed. The cards you collect have various functions. Vase cards form the foundation of your shop window display. Flower cards are tucked into the vases, but pay attention to each vase's requirements to ensure your flowers match perfectly. Basket cards can be hung at the top of your display, but you'll need to purchase them first. To keep the cash flowing, Salary cards provide a steady income, while Sale cards allow you to turn your flowers into extra money. At the end of the game, whoever has the most dazzling and well-arranged display wins, scoring points for the beauty and harmony of their arrangements.

Rules videos

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2 videos

Best player count

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1–4 players
1 REC
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Theme: Flowers
Publisher Dr. Finn's Games, Granna
Designer Steve Finn
Artist Rocío Ogñenovich, Sarah Wry, Sebastian Koziner

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20want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
How many players does The Little Flower Shop support?
The game is designed for 1 to 4 players, which is great because it allows for both a relaxing solo experience and friendly competition with friends.
What is the average playtime for a game?
A game of The Little Flower Shop is super quick! It usually takes between 20 and 30 minutes, making it ideal for filling some free time or for several consecutive rounds.
What is the complexity level of the game?
It's considered a very light game, with a BGG weight of 1.46/5. The rules are easy to learn, but there are enough strategic decisions to keep the game engaging.
What are the main components of the game?
The game primarily consists of cards with wonderful botanical illustrations, representing vases, flowers, baskets, salaries, and sales. It's a pure and simple card game!
Who is The Little Flower Shop recommended for?
It's perfect for anyone looking for a light and charming game with drafting and set collection mechanics. Solo game fans and those who appreciate art in board games will love it. Also great for introducing new players to the hobby!
Is the game language dependent?
No, The Little Flower Shop has minimal to no language dependency. The cards are highly iconographic, and the little text information is simple, making it easy for players of any language.

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