A wedding florist’s commitement to eco friendly practices
Ph: Milos Dokmanovic
Sustainability in Floristry: Why It Matters Now More Than Ever
As awareness around environmental impact continues to grow, so does the demand for sustainable floristry. For modern wedding florists, embracing eco-conscious practices isn’t just a trend—it’s a necessity. At the heart of our floral design studio, sustainability shapes everything we do, from how we source flowers to the way we design and deliver them.
Learning foam free techniques. Image by @funkybird_photography
Floral Foam
Learning foam free techniques. Image by @funkybird_photography
Ditching Floral Foam: Designing Sustainably Without the Waste
One of the biggest shifts we’ve made toward sustainable floristry is saying goodbye to traditional floral foam. Known for its toxic, non-biodegradable makeup, it’s a material we’ve intentionally moved away from. Instead, we use bio-based alternatives and create foam-free floral designs that are just as striking—without the environmental damage. It’s our way of reducing waste while staying creative and conscious.
Cleaning
Foam free ceremony arch, created during our content creation days with @florenceflowerschool
Waste Less, Bloom More: Our Studio’s Everyday Eco Habits
Sustainability doesn’t stop at design—it’s part of our daily studio routine. We’re serious about waste reduction, from carefully sorting recyclables to composting organic scraps that give back to the earth. Even our cleaning practices are planet-friendly: think natural options like vinegar and soap, never harsh chemicals like bleach. Every small choice adds up to a greener future—and healthier flowers.
Learning foam free techniques. Image by @funkybird_photography
Buying
Eco friendly dinner setup with local herbs and flowers. See our portfolio HERE
Weddings-Only, Waste-Free: Why We Don’t Overstock Flowers
We’re a weddings-only floral studio—no retail, no walk-ins, just intentional design for meaningful moments. This focus allows us to order only what we need for each event, avoiding the waste that often comes with overstocking. Unlike traditional flower shops that keep shelves full “just in case,” we work with precision. Every stem is selected with purpose, making our process both sustainable and efficient. It’s all about thoughtful choices, not excess.Reuse
Learn foam free arrangements during your internship with us. Read all about it HERE
Giving Flowers a Second Life: From Ceremony to Community
We love the fleeting beauty of fresh flowers—but that doesn’t mean they only get one moment to shine. During weddings, we thoughtfully repurpose blooms throughout the day: ceremony arrangements might later decorate the reception or add magic to the couple’s table. Every petal gets its time in the spotlight.
After the celebration, we leave flowers at the venue, encouraging their reuse in guest rooms, breakfast areas, or wherever a little extra beauty is welcome. It’s a gentle way of extending the joy and reducing floral waste.
Get more inspiration from our Floral Lookbook
But it doesn’t stop there. We also use repurposed wedding flowers in our low-cost community floristry workshops. Some are dried and preserved for creative classes during the winter, giving blooms a second (and sometimes third!) life. These workshops don’t just teach floral design—they share skills, spark creativity, and spread joy.
When workshops aren’t possible, we simply give the flowers away—to neighbors, local families, or charities. Because beauty is meant to be shared, not wasted.
