Sustainability at Rose & Thorn Design
Every flower has a story. Ours begins close to home.
At Rose & Thorn Design, sustainability isn't a feature we added to our business. It's part of how we source, design, package, and operate.
From 100% California-grown flowers and foam-free floral design to recycled materials and responsible studio practices, we make thoughtful choices designed to support California growers, conserve resources, and reduce unnecessary waste.
As a Certified Green Business in San Francisco, we're committed not only to beautiful floral design, but to continually improving how that beauty is created.
Rooted in California
100% California-Grown Flowers. Always.
Rather than building our designs around flowers imported from around the world, we work exclusively with California growers and embrace the natural rhythm of our state's seasons.
Sourcing closer to home supports California flower farms and agricultural communities, celebrates what's naturally growing throughout the year, and reduces our reliance on flowers transported internationally.
California-grown isn't simply a sourcing preference. It's the foundation of how we design.
California Flowers, Grown With Care
Sustainability doesn't stop at our studio door.
Some of the California growers we source from are investing in technologies designed to conserve resources while growing exceptional flowers.
WATER STEWARDSHIP
Some growers use recirculating irrigation systems that capture and reuse water, along with technologies such as reverse osmosis to carefully manage water quality.
SMARTER GREENHOUSES
Heat-retention curtains and other greenhouse technologies can help maintain growing conditions while improving energy efficiency.
RENEWABLE ENERGY
Some growers have invested in on-site solar power as part of their efforts to reduce the environmental impact of flower production.
Growing practices vary by farm; these are examples of practices used by some of the California growers we source from.
Our Sustainability Standards
Thoughtful choices, from the flowers we source to the materials that leave our studio.
100% California-Grown Flowers
Sourced exclusively from California growers.
Certified Green Business
Certified in San Francisco through the California Green Business Network.
Foam-Free Floral Design
Designed without conventional floral foam.
Recycled Paper Packaging
Recycled tissue and paper-based packing materials.
Soy-Based Inks
Soy-based printing inks on our custom kraft tape.
Reduced-Plastic Packaging
Less unnecessary plastic and more paper-based alternatives.
Water Conservation
Water-conscious practices in our studio and among some of our growers.
Clean Energy
Cleaner-energy choices in our operations and renewable-energy investments by some of our growers.
Packaging With a Purpose
What surrounds the flowers matters, too.
We prioritize recycled and paper-based materials while reducing unnecessary packaging.
Our tissue paper is made from 100% recycled paper fibers, and recycled packing paper provides a paper-based alternative to conventional plastic cushioning.
Our custom kraft tape is paper-based, uses a non-toxic, water-activated adhesive, and is digitally printed with soy-based ink.
Less packaging. Better materials. No unnecessary extras.
Foam-Free by Design
Better mechanics. Thoughtful design.
We design without conventional floral foam.
Instead, we use reusable and alternative mechanics selected for each arrangement or installation.
Working foam-free encourages thoughtful structure, movement, and an understanding of how flowers naturally behave, without sacrificing sophisticated floral design.
Sustainability doesn't limit creativity. It challenges us to design better.
Certified California Green Business
Verified sustainability. Not just a promise.
Rose & Thorn Design is proud to be a Certified Green Business in San Francisco through the California Green Business Network
Our business practices are evaluated against established environmental standards addressing areas such as waste reduction, pollution prevention, resource conservation, and responsible operations.
That accountability matters. It means sustainability isn't simply something we say, it's reflected in how we operate.
Sustainability isn't something we claim. It's something we put into practice.
From California. With Care.
California growers. Seasonal flowers. Thoughtful mechanics. Responsible materials. Local craftsmanship.
We believe exceptional floral design and environmental responsibility belong together.
When you choose Rose & Thorn Design, you're supporting California flower farms, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a more considered approach to modern floristry.