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Sustainable floristry is a growing movement that seeks to change the way we grow, source and arrange flowers. It prioritises environmental stewardship and ethical considerations and it is an essential consideration for any successful florist business. From ethical sourcing and choosing growers who use sustainable methods, to reducing waste and sourcing eco-friendly materials for your business, there are many ways you can practice sustainable floristry. See what other florists are doing to have a greener footprint in the articles below.
Looking for practical ways to be more eco-friendly throughout the year? Explore our Sustainability Calendar for Florists for monthly tips and ideas.
Is the UK Set for a Bumper Summer of Butterflies?
Warm weather could pave the way for colourful clouds of butterflies this summer - but scientists need public’s help to discover the full picture. Britain could be on the brink of a bumper summer of butterflies, with a warm, dry spring raising hopes of an abundant season ahead for some of the nation’s best-loved species. After 2024 delivered the worst results in the history of Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count and a butterfly emergency was declared, a sunnier 2025
Butterfly Conservation
Jul 173 min read
Ethical Banking for Small Businesses
Learn how ethical banking can benefit your small business. Discover responsible banking options, key considerations, and how to switch to an ethical bank. Where you choose to bank can have a bigger impact than you might think. Ethical banking ensures that your business finances align with your values, supporting sustainability, social responsibility, and transparency. For small businesses, ethical banking is about more than just avoiding harmful investments - it’s about activ
Federation of Small Businesses
Jul 96 min read
Our Next Step in Sustainable Flower Growing
Five of our seven flower farms in Kenya have recently achieved KFC Gold certification. It is a milestone we are incredibly proud of, and an important one for the future of our flowers. But what does KFC Gold actually stand for, and why does it matter? What is KFC certification? The Kenya Flower Council (KFC) is the national body that represents and supports the floriculture sector in Kenya. Their certification programme, the Flowers and Ornamentals Sustainability Standard (F.
Helena van Achterberg
Jul 22 min read
Plastic Free July
What is Plastic Free July? It is shared global movement helping millions of people reduce their reliance on single use plastic. The initiative was founded in 2011 by local government officials in Western Australia, where it was originally a simple idea that involved around 40 people. From this humble beginning it developed into the Plastic Free Foundation and from this comes Plastic Free July which is the biggest waste avoidance campaign on the planet. What is single use pla
Su Whale
Jul 22 min read
Oasis Floral Products Launch The Big Green Plan 2030
Five years ago, we launched our original Big Green Plan with 22 ambitious targets designed to drive more responsible manufacturing, reduce our environmental impact, and strengthen accountability across our operations. As we reflect on that journey, we’re incredibly proud of the progress we’ve made together. To date, 15 of those targets have been achieved or exceeded, with meaningful progress delivered across every goal. Since 2021, we’ve made significant changes to how we ope
Oasis
Jun 252 min read
Designing Floral Installations without Floral Foam
There were some pretty amazing florals decorating the World Cup in Manchester; every one was constructed without using floral foam
Su Whale
Jun 162 min read
Understanding the Carbon Footprint of Different Stems
Where to start with creating more sustainable bouquets? The obvious answer is with UK-grown flowers as they must have a lower carbon footprint and therefore result in a lower emission bouquet, right? Well, that’s not always possible when you need year-round flower availability. So, how do you make the most informed choices for a lower carbon bouquet? Key Research Findings There’s actually very little research into the carbon emissions of specific flower and foliage species, s
Jackie Whittaker
Jun 92 min read
The Small Business Guide to Green Business Grants
Discover the green business grants available to UK small businesses in 2026, from the Boiler Upgrade Scheme to Innovate UK funding, and learn how to apply successfully. Making your business more sustainable is one of the most important investments you can make right now. Energy costs are up, customers increasingly expect green credentials, and the UK government has committed to reaching net zero by 2050. The problem is that doing it properly costs money that many small busine
Federation of Small Businesses
Jun 89 min read
Sustainable Summer Flowers with Respect for Nature
Grutsch Gartenbau in Germany shows that growing flowers can go hand in hand with sustainability and biodiversity. The nursery is an inspiring example of how flower production can have a minimal ecological footprint while supporting nature. At Grutsch, all flowers grow entirely outdoors, no greenhouses involved. This means the flowers follow nature’s rhythm, from May to October. This seasonal approach produces stronger, more resilient flowers with intense colours. Because all
FleuraMetz
Jun 82 min read
British Flowers Week 2026
When? 15th - 21st June Theme: Flowers for the Future What is British Flowers Week? The week is a celebration of the UK’s cut flower industry. Since its launch in 2013 by New Covent Garden Flower Market, it has grown in size and impact as consumers become more aware of the origins and sustainability of flowers. In 2024, Flowers from the Farm, a professional trade organisation for over 1000 independent growers, took over running this annual event. 2026 is the United Nations Int
Su Whale
Jun 42 min read
Britain’s Hidden £30m Flower Farming Industry Gets Official Recognition
An industry dominated by women, built on birdsong and biodiversity, has spent years invisible to government statistics. That changes now. Walk into a British flower farm in summer and the birdsong is almost deafening. But until this week, the Treasury couldn't hear it. The £30 million a year generated by the UK's flower farming industry has, until now, been invisible, absorbed into the catch-all figures of broader agriculture, its contribution uncounted, its flower growers un
Thursd
Jun 32 min read
British Flowers Week Returns 15th – 21st June
Founded in 2013, British Flowers Week 2026 coincides with the United Nations' International Year of the Woman Farmer. Entrepreneurial women are at the forefront of the UK flower growing sector, which has impressive representation across the UK. This year, Flowers from the Farm has published new data that demonstrates the increased demand for British-grown flowers and continues to spotlight innovative growers through the British Flowers Week festival, which runs from 15th - 21
Thursd
May 293 min read
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