

Environmentally Friendly Vase Cleaning
Using just a few environmentally friendly products will revitalise your vases. Tackling the most stubborn and unsightly stains and...

Su Whale
Jun 5, 20251 min read


Sustainability with FleuraMetz
For a long time, we lived in the so-called Anthropocene, an era where nature served human life. Now that we’re seeing the consequences...

FleuraMetz
Jun 2, 20253 min read


Sustainable Floral Design
Max van de Sluis and Per Benjamin are releasing a new book: 'Sustainable Floristry. The sustainable future found in our history'. The...

Helena van Achterberg
May 30, 20254 min read


Celosia Deep Purple: Same Look, Even More Sustainable
Seven years ago, a search began for the perfect purple Celosia, one that doesn’t constantly need adjustments in lighting, temperature,...

FleuraMetz
May 12, 20251 min read


Sustainable Floristry at Chelsea Flower Show - where next?
It has been some years now since the use of floral foam was banned at RHS Chelsea Flower Show, (although Agrawool is accepted) and with...

Su Whale
May 8, 20252 min read


Marginpar: How we Tackle Waste
Waste. It may not be the most glamorous subject, but it is certainly an important one. From cultivation to packaging and residual...

Helena van Achterberg
Apr 24, 20253 min read


Creating an Eco-Friendly Funeral Piece
Florist Liz Dawes explains how she approached a customer request for a plastic-free funeral piece.
Liz Dawes
Apr 22, 20252 min read


How to Go Green: Cellophane
Cellophane, every flower shop uses it, but here are a few things you may not know about it and how to be greener with cellophane.

Su Whale
Apr 22, 20252 min read


How to Become a More Sustainable Retailer
The retail industry is crucial to the UK economy. It accounts for 5% of the economy, pays £17bn in business taxes, and consists of more...

British Business Bank
Apr 21, 20256 min read


Why Sustainable Packaging Matters in the Floriculture Industry
As consumers increasingly prioritise environmental responsibility, the global flower industry faces a critical challenge. While the...

Thursd
Mar 25, 20257 min read


Innovative Sustainable Water Use on Marginpar Farms
Constructed wetlands - How we Reuse Water Sustainably At our farms in Kenya and Ethiopia, we have built innovative systems to sustainably...

Helena van Achterberg
Mar 18, 20253 min read


Sustainability: How Technology can Help your Business Reach Net Zero
Sustainability, net zero and reducing your carbon footprint are becoming important issues for business owners. From cutting down on waste to reducing the amount of miles travelled for business, many small changes can lower harmful greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. One area to focus on is how technology and IT equipment may be used effectively to reduce energy usage. With smaller businesses estimated to account for half of all UK business-driven emissions according to research b

British Business Bank
Feb 25, 20254 min read


Essential Tips for Minimising Waste
Wastage comes in many forms, whether its flowers and foliage, money or time. Follow these latest tips from florist Alison Ruud
Alison Ruud
Feb 3, 20252 min read


Smithers Oasis Announce New Eco-Friendly Floral Foam Launch
US-based Smithers Oasis has announced the launch of a new plant-based floral foam, called OASIS® Renewal™ Floral Foam. OASIS® Renewal™...

Jackie Whittaker
Jan 31, 20252 min read


Nurturing our Soil for Sustainable Flowers
At our flower farms, sustainability starts in the soil. Healthy soil creates thriving ecosystems, resilient plants, and ultimately,...

Helena van Achterberg
Jan 28, 20252 min read




