At Suncrest Flowers, we're always looking for ways to deliver the best to our customers. That's why we're excited to share our latest initiative: prioritizing locally sourced flowers. But why the shift towards local flowers, you might ask? Let's explore.
When you pick up flowers at the grocery store, you might not realize that the majority of these blooms have been grown overseas. These flowers are often subject to extensive use of pesticides and can be up to a week old by the time they reach the store. This can significantly affect their lifespan once they're in your home.
On the other hand, local flowers bring freshness to the table. They're usually harvested within the last day or two, ensuring that they last much longer in your vase. Plus, locally grown flowers allow us to offer a variety of delicate blooms that aren't suited for long-distance shipping. This includes favorites like dahlias, sweet peas, and stock, known for their lovely fragrance.
Moreover, choosing local flowers helps to reduce carbon emissions associated with long-distance shipping. It also moves us away from reliance on an industry that often leans on poor labor conditions and the use of harmful chemicals. And while the production of imported flowers, particularly those grown in greenhouses, can have a considerable ecological footprint, locally grown flowers are a more sustainable choice.
But here's the thing: we understand that there's still a place for a variety of blooms in our arrangements. That's why we're not doing away with non-local flowers entirely. Instead, we're moving towards sourcing locally first, whenever possible.
Why? Because we're excited about the unique charm and benefits that local flowers bring. They're fresh, they last longer, and they're a sustainable choice that we can feel good about.
The next time you visit Suncrest Flowers, we invite you to explore our range of locally-sourced flowers. We think you'll be just as enchanted by their unique charm as we are.