Composting Strategies for Floral Shops
July 10, 2025 | 1 min to read
Green waste in the floral industry is inevitable. Stem trimmings, petals, and withering blooms unfit for sale are part of everyday business as owners create stunning arrangements for customers.
Because these byproducts are destined to become decomposed organic waste, composting is a strategy that helps keep harmful emissions from the environment. For mid-size floral shop owners, however, composting programs may present some challenges – space, cost, time and odor.
To help shop owners address those hurdles, Sustainabloom’s Industry Guide on Composting offers a practical framework tailored to the floral industry. Developed by top researchers, the guide breaks down the composting process, outlines on-site and off-site options, and offers tips to implement and improve sustainable waste management over time.
To read more, please visit Sustainabloom.