Mermaid City Flowers’ commitment to sustainability means that we go above and beyond with not only the flowers that we use but the other materials and practices as well. Some of our efforts include:

Making our own compost, including vermicomposting and leaf mold to feed our soil.

Integrated pest management is utilized here with pest control techniques limited to spraying naturally occurring substances and beneficial nematodes.

Sourcing materials like vases and giving them a second home in our work.

Using items like biodegradable cellophane bags and stickers in our packaging materials.

Limiting our service delivery area.

Foam free arrangements which carries environmental benefits and minimizes the toxins handled by your farmer/florist and you.

Encouraging biodiversity by utilizing plants in a natural garden setting.

Rainwater harvesting

Founded not far from the banks of Knitting Mill Creek and the Elizabeth River, Mermaid City Flowers is a proud River Star Business, proudly partnering with the Elizabeth River Project to help protect our waterways.