Prairies and Petals is passionately committed to sustainability, working hand-in-hand with the environment to bring you beautiful, lasting floral arrangements that align with greener practices. Our mission is to provide flowers that not only serve as exquisite decor but also represent a step toward a more sustainable future. By creating arrangements that last for a year, we’re reducing the need for frequently purchased, short-lived blooms and addressing the environmental impact that traditional floral products can have on our planet.
Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond the end result and into every aspect of our process. Typically, fresh flowers come with an assortment of single-use packaging materials like plastic and paper that often end up in landfills after each use. At Prairies and Petals, we minimize this waste by offering a product that doesn’t need constant replacement, reducing the environmental strain associated with traditional bouquets.
Furthermore, our flowers do not require regular watering, cutting down on the water usage in homes—a small yet impactful change that promotes a more sustainable lifestyle in daily routines.
Another crucial environmental benefit of our long-lasting flowers is the reduction in carbon emissions and waste from discarded flowers. Fresh bouquets, unfortunately, have a high turnover rate, and with each replacement comes additional carbon emissions from the energy used in cultivation, transportation, and disposal. By opting for flowers that last, our customers make a choice that helps lessen this footprint, lowering the overall emissions tied to fresh floral purchases and their continuous replacement. This commitment to a lighter environmental impact is at the core of our values.
Our dedication to sustainability also involves ethical sourcing from our partner farms in Ecuador, Japan, and beyond. We work closely with these farms to ensure that our flowers are grown with care and respect for both people and the land. In Ecuador, we partner with local farms that benefit from the region’s naturally rich soil and temperate climate, perfect for cultivating roses and other blossoms with a minimal need for artificial resources.
In Japan, we collaborate with select farms known for their meticulous approach to quality, often employing centuries-old cultivation techniques that respect the natural landscape. Japanese floral farms are renowned for their attention to detail and dedication to sustainable methods, which align perfectly with our vision. Here, sustainable practices are woven into every aspect of the process, from the choice of fertilizers to the careful regulation of resources. By sourcing flowers from Japan, we bring a unique level of craftsmanship and sustainability to our arrangements, reflecting our commitment to ethical practices and responsible production.
Our flowers are crafted with care, and each arrangement represents not only beauty but a choice for a more sustainable future. From our ethical sourcing methods to our focus on long-lasting designs, Prairies and Petals is more than a floral company—it’s a movement toward a greener, more responsible way of enjoying nature’s beauty without compromising on quality or environmental integrity. With every arrangement, we hope to inspire a shift towards sustainability in the floral industry and beyond, encouraging our customers to join us in making choices that reflect a respect for our planet and a dedication to a more sustainable tomorrow.
If an order is placed on Friday or over the weekend, the earliest it will ship is Monday.
Remote addresses may require additional delivery time.
If an order is placed on Friday or over the weekend, the earliest it will ship is Monday
Remote addresses may require additional delivery time.
If you require a faster pick up time, please contact our store directly, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
For all orders that are shipped via Canada Post, UPS, DHL, Fedex etc. we package your arrangement in our tightly secured white shipping box that has been designed to withstand transit issues or damage that may arise, so you can trust your arrangement to be safe upon arrival.
For orders that are delivered via private courier, we package your arrangement in our signature black retail box.