ABOUT FLOWERS SUPPLIES GET INSPIRED WEDDINGS & EVENTS CUSTOMER CARE CONTACT Flower Finder One of the most exciting aspects of the floral industry is the incredibly diverse selection of materials we have to choose from. Our growers are constantly introducing new varieties, making our marketplace a very dynamic place. Keeping up with all the possibilities can be daunting. Our Flower Finder is a tool designed to educate and inspire you, the retail florist. We have included several links to our vendors to help you keep abreast of the possibilities. Think of this area of our site like a palette of colors to dip your brush into — but remember that Mother Nature can be fickle. It’s always best to remain flexible and open minded to ensure that you’re working with the best materials she’s offering at the time you need it. Sierra Flower Finder We find that the Sierra Flower Finder excels at organizing the vast world of flowers into a searchable database. Here are some suggestions to maximize this tool: Think of it as an encyclopedia for the retail florist. Keep in mind that this is primarily a reference tool, and the choices presented here are subject to seasonal considerations. Like tomatoes, each flower has a peak season, so you’ll want to keep your options open when your desired flower is off-peak. However, if it’s available anywhere in the world’s marketplace, in pristine condition and at a reasonable price, we’ll do our best to get it for you. Talk with your salesperson regarding availability or visit our Availability Guide page for detailed information. Colors may vary. There are many factors that affect the colors of the material you may be considering online. Computer monitors are not always accurate, and the same flower variety can vary slightly depending on the conditions at the farm where it was grown. It’s a good idea to explain these potential variations to your customer. Nobody likes surprises, and keeping expectations realistic is the best way to keep everyone satisfied. Keep in mind that sometimes there are minimums that we need to meet. Our growers sell flowers in predetermined packs that are often large quantities. If you need just a few stems to round out a look, it may be unrealistic for us to bring in a whole case. We HATE to say no, so give us plenty of notice for these requests — we may be able to sell the rest of the case to other florists. This is a win/win for all of us. Always give as much notice as possible. We typically suggest ordering special-request materials 3-4 weeks in advance of your delivery date. This gives our flower buyers the best chance to locate what you’re looking for. It also allows us to include your order in our regular deliveries, so you don’t incur special shipping surcharges that are often associated with rush orders. Additional Resources Click items below to download for more information. Flowers & Greens Availability Guide Sierra Flower Finder Helpful Floral Websites At the risk of sending you away from our own website, we've assembled a list of our favorite farms to visit online, so that you can see exactly what is growing. We are very proud of the alliances we have created with these farms - we consider them the best in the world. So, enjoy visiting our friends around the world… then hurry back to our site. Contact us for detailed information about these preferred suppliers. Our Preferred Floral Suppliers: Alexandra Farms Garden Roses Alpha Fern Co Garlands and Foliage Amy's Orchids Orchids Anne Flowers Roses BellaFlor many varieties CallaCo Calla Lillies Connectaflor Many Varieties EcoRoses Roses Eufloria Flowers Hydroponic Roses, Spray Roses Fresca Farms Many Varieties Gardens America Garden Roses, Alstro, Poms, Mums Glad-A-Way Gardens Gladiolas Green Valley Floral Gerberas, Roses, Garden Roses, Lilies Groflowers hydrangea Joseph & Sons Many Varieties Mellano & Co Many Varieties Native Blooms Roses Ocean View Flowers Stock Qualisa Roses Roses Queen's Flowers Many Varieties Resendiz Brothers Greens, Waxflower, Proteas, Leucodendrons Rosa Flora Gerberas,Ttulips, Snaps, Alstro, Lilies, Sweetheart Roses Simpson's Greens Many Varieties The Sun Valley Group Many Varieties Information Only Alpha Fern Co Garlands and Foliage Calla Flowers Calla Lilies Hiawatha Evergreens Christmas greens, Peonies, Flowering Branches Maximum Nursery Gerberas, Anthuriums, Dahlias www.ccfc.org California Cut Flower Commission www.davidaustinroses.com roses www.ecuanros.com roses www.florigene.com Florigene’ carnations and mini carnations About Flowers Supplies Get Inspired Weddings & Events Customer Care Contact Copyright © 2021 Green Mountain Florist Supply, Inc. Web site design: Stride Creative Group