Garden Keeper Blooms is an Anchorage backyard flower farm growing specialty cut flowers for floral designers and flower lovers. My name is Meg O'Mullane and I am the grower. I am an Advanced Master Gardener and a member of the Specialty Cut Flowers Association. My goal is to provide you with fresh, long lasting, plastic-free, high quality blooms between June and October. I focus on growing flowers that don't travel well from out of state that will such as sweet peas, cosmos, dahlias, and poppies. I harvest with clean snips, and the cuts go directly into cool water to hydrate, with those needing cooling going directly into my floral cooler. I don't wrap the flowers in plastic but use craft paper only when the stems need more support such as tulips. Buying local is good for your floral business because 1) Without the stress of a long ride in the global supply chain, flower stems are superior in quality with much less breakage and far better hydration. 2) Less Trash: There are no boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap, box straps, plastic sleeves, and all the other usual trash that comes with a flower delivery from the traditional wholesaler. Buying local flowers is good for our planet because: 1) Less Carbon Burned: Imported flowers in the US typically travel 2,500 or more miles in refrigerated planes, trucks and boats to reach you. 2) Less Chemicals: During the growing process, imported flowers are exposed to 100+ chemicals that are banned in the U.S. 3) More Healthy Habitat: Local farms intentionally create habitat and support healthy soil stewardship. I look forward to working with you. lg...Read more