This Valentine’s Day buy local flowers

LOCAL florist Edmonton Flowers in conjunction with Cornetts IGA Gordonvale is keen to promote the many local flower growers on the Tablelands. Florist Alan Maclean said he encourages lovers to think local this Valentine’s Day.

Mr Maclean said this was a crucial time for flower growers, and businesses such as Roseburra flower farm and Heidenreich Orchids who focus a great amount of their yearly activities to ensure that flowers are ready for this special day.

“It’s hard work and long hours in the build-up to the big day for growers, wholesalers and florists, but it’s worth it because it gives the customers so much joy. It’s one of our busiest times of the year!” he said.

Cornetts IGA Manager Gavin Moore said it was time to step up and support local florists.

“Now more than ever, it is so important to find a local florist and order through their website or come in-store here at IGA Gordonvale to purchase local,” Mr Moore said.

“We are proud to support local growers and stock local florist flowers.”

Valentine’s Day is on February 14 and is traditionally a day to give your special someone the gift of flowers to let them know how much you think of them.

Australian growers produce a large volume of quality roses, chrysanthemums, gerberas and other support flowers and greenery, but they struggle to keep up with demand during a peak time like Valentine’s Day. Local growers are encouraging people to purchase their flowers ahead of time to suppor them and recieve the best quality flowers they could get.

Growers and suppliers including Cornetts IGA Gordonvale and Edmonton flowers take great pride in the flowers they supply and supporting local industry allows prices to be very competitive compared to internationally sourced items that often do not stand the test of time for the purchaser.

“Valentine’s is a fun day to shower your partner with gifts, cards and flowers, so we want lovers to enjoy it!” Mr Maclean said.