5 ways to be a more sustainable florist
- Welcome flower friends to another episode of the Floral Hustle Podcast!
- This week's mini-episode focuses on the hot topic of sustainability in floristry.
- Jen shares personal experiences and the impact of unsustainable practices on florists' health.
Segment 1: The Need for Sustainability:
- Discussion on the growing importance of sustainability in the floral industry.
- Mention of strange weather patterns and personal experiences with environmental changes.
- Reflection on the negative effects of pesticides and chemicals in traditional floristry materials.
Segment 2: Five Ways to Be a Sustainable Florist:
- Foam Alternatives:
- Introduction to "FIBRE floral," a volcanic ash-based product from Oasis as an alternative to floral foam.
- Discussion on its benefits and challenges, emphasizing its use for sustainable designs.
- Flower Recycling Programs:
- Highlighting the importance of not discarding flowers after events.
- Personal involvement with "Bluebirds and Blooms" and similar organizations that recycle flowers for nursing homes and hospice units.
- Locally Grown Flowers:
- Emphasis on the environmental impact of shipping flowers globally.
- Advantages of using locally grown flowers, including reduced carbon footprint and less plastic waste.
- Container Reuse:
- Jen's strategy for curating collections of rental items for weddings.
- Discussion on lowering environmental impact by reusing containers, reducing plastic usage, and saving costs.
- Composting:
- Overview of the city's yard waste program for composting.
- Personal experience with composting soft stems and other materials, contributing to eco-friendly practices.
Conclusion:
- Encouragement to adopt sustainable practices gradually rather than an all-or-nothing approach.
- Introduction to a free guide available on [Website: thefloralhustle.com/gogreen ].
- Inspiring florists to make a positive impact on the environment and the industry.
