Why buy local flowers?
Did you know that around 80% of flowers sold in the US are coming from another country. There has been a lot of interest and focus on local food here lately - don't forget about flowers too! The environmental impact of purchasing flowers that have been flown in from another country is pretty obvious. Another aspect to consider on flowers grown in other countries especially South America, is that working conditions for those workers is not always the best. The top dollar you are paying for those flowers isn't going to the workers but for the high transportation costs. What should be obvious is that local flowers are so much fresher and more vibrant than flowers that are well traveled. All of our flowers are fresh from the field, no long journey to dull their sweet smell or perfect petals. Local flowers will also last longer in the vase just because of the simple fact that they are more recently harvested. Discover the difference with a Sarah's Petals bouquet.
Did you know that around 80% of flowers sold in the US are coming from another country. There has been a lot of interest and focus on local food here lately - don't forget about flowers too! The environmental impact of purchasing flowers that have been flown in from another country is pretty obvious. Another aspect to consider on flowers grown in other countries especially South America, is that working conditions for those workers is not always the best. The top dollar you are paying for those flowers isn't going to the workers but for the high transportation costs. What should be obvious is that local flowers are so much fresher and more vibrant than flowers that are well traveled. All of our flowers are fresh from the field, no long journey to dull their sweet smell or perfect petals. Local flowers will also last longer in the vase just because of the simple fact that they are more recently harvested. Discover the difference with a Sarah's Petals bouquet.
Where to get our Flowers
Where do you find these lovely farm fresh flowers you ask?
Check us out at the Botetourt Farmer's Market every Saturday, May-October from 9am- 1pm. There is a selection of bouquets available on a first come first serve bias, which means come early for the best selection! You can also check out our home made laundry soap available for purchase or many of the other great venders at the market.
Where do you find these lovely farm fresh flowers you ask?
Check us out at the Botetourt Farmer's Market every Saturday, May-October from 9am- 1pm. There is a selection of bouquets available on a first come first serve bias, which means come early for the best selection! You can also check out our home made laundry soap available for purchase or many of the other great venders at the market.
