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Composting at Westmount Florist….

This is an inspiring article posted by an employee at Westmount Florist in Montreal….check out their great website   Since the end of August 2010, I’ve been asked to take on the task of finding more ways to make our store more environmentally friendly. I was encouraged to notice some actions that were already done; all … Continue Reading

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Recycling Iris

  A common problem for flower companies located in Industrial Parks is that there is usually no recycling offered by the municipalities in these areas. This is, unfortunately , the case at our Sierra Flower office in Mississaugua, Ontario. Thankfully, we have Iris! Each Wednesday, Iris Gagliardi (sales rep par excellence ! ) lugs a large green bin … Continue Reading

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Spray Roses with a social conscience…

The Hosa/Denmar group is the largest grower of spray roses in the world and they employ more than 3000 employees in both Colombia and Ecuador. Together they provide a number of very innovative social benefits to their workers including: Low interest emergency loans to workers. On site doctor providing medical, optical and dental care. Adult … Continue Reading

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Eco Guide to Buying Flowers from Green Living..

Eco Guide to Flowers Where to find earth-friendly bouquets and florists? Does wanting to give flowers mean putting the brakes on ecological consciousness for the day? Not necessarily so. With a little scouting to find eco-friendly blooms and some creative thinking, you can make this day of red more green. Eco-friendly flowers Three key factors … Continue Reading

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