Growing more responsibly involves choices in many areas. Soil health and water management are visible examples. But the characteristics of the plant itself also play an important part. Together with our breeders, we look for plants that are naturally less susceptible to disease. In Hypericum, this means selecting for tolerance to rust. Rust is a fungal disease. It spreads through tiny particles known as spores, which can be carried by wind, water droplets or contact with plan

The wedding location is often just as personal as the flowers. Whether it is a castle, barn or beach, the florals should not only reflect the couple but also complement the setting, atmosphere and weather conditions. For florists seeking an even bigger challenge, why not consider a romantic sailboat or a secluded beach? The arrangements must be able to withstand wind and waves while capturing the ethereal yet adventurous spirit of the open sea. Sylvia Hartmann embraced all of

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.

With our partner farm in Zimbabwe recently obtaining its final certification, all Marginpar flowers now meet the requirements of the Floriculture Sustainability Initiative (FSI). This means that every stem we grow, at our own farms and at our partner farms, comes from a place that's certified according to internationally recognised environmental and social standards. What is FSI? The Floriculture Sustainability Initiative (FSI) is a global sector initiative that aims to make

We often get questions about sustainability at our flower farms. Here, we answer your most-asked questions about how Marginpar is working with nature, not against it, to grow flowers that are beautiful in more ways than one. 1| How do you nurture soil health and biodiversity Healthy soil creates thriving ecosystems, resilient plants, and ultimately, stunning flowers. At Marginpar, we've embraced a nature-first approach, working with the earth rather than against it. One key

At Marginpar, "We grow our people, our people grow flowers" is more than a motto. It's the way we think, act, and work every day. It's...

Have you heard about Marginpar’s people centric approach? At Marginpar we say “We grow people, our people grow unique flowers.” Recently,...

Longer vase life, less waste and flowers handled with care. That’s what our collaboration with Chrysal is all about. Because the better we work together, the stronger your floral work becomes. Think longer-lasting blooms, smart post-harvest treatments tailored to each variety, and innovations that reduce our environmental footprint. So what's in it for you as a florist? It’s simple: flowers that stay beautiful for longer mean happier customers and less waste. Thanks to: Tailo

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

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

Constructed wetlands - How we Reuse Water Sustainably At our farms in Kenya and Ethiopia, we have built innovative systems to sustainably...

At our flower farms, sustainability starts in the soil. Healthy soil creates thriving ecosystems, resilient plants, and ultimately,...

The power of the sun Marginpar’s farm locations have been carefully selected. Our seven Kenyan farms and three production locations in...

Inspirational floristry from Hungarian master florist Krisztián Kövér.

A sea of asters, the hum of bees, and a select group of colleagues. Literally, as our product development colleagues visited our aster...