This acquisition will be integrated into Redbridge Produce & Flowers in the Welsh capital, and will double the company's well established wholesale flower business in the city.

Gary Jenkins, managing director of Redbridge Produce & Flowers, said: 'This acquisition makes perfect sense for us and our customers. We have long admired Alan McLean's business, it has many similarities to our own business and this strategic move means that we will have an increased procurement base and distribution levels. We are looking forward to welcoming Alan and the team to Redbridge in Cardiff.' Alan McLean and Clive Jennings will lead the team at Redbridge Flowers to enhance its customer base. All of McLean's existing employees will retain their posts with Redbridge.