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Our floral designs are unique, sculptural, elegant and timeless. Inspired by nature, by architecture and by mid- century design we have taken our love of flora and into and botancial knowledge into Interior Plant Design. We are committed to using materials of only the highest quality while being both ethically and environmentally responsible in our approach. We believe it our responsibility to be an active participant in making a positive impact in how we interact with our clients, in how we inspire with our design and in how we treat and respect our environment and the gifts it allots us.
We believe in the practice of "paying it forward." While the concept may seem simple, the outcome can change the world. Practicing the "pay it forward" principle will make you alert to unexpected kindness from strangers towards you. You may find yourself becoming more grateful for everyday kindness and consideration from people you don't even know and that unexpected feeling of goodness will lighten your step and put a smile on your face!
BE RESPONSIBLE
The flower and plant industry has a huge impact on both the environment and humanity. One would think the act and love of growing flowers and plants would be conducted by those with a great love of the planet and the people on it. Unfortunately, like most industries there are both type of growers, ones that have little consideration for the labor force or for the environment but rather whose sole focus is to produce high volume at the lowest cost to their bottom line, versus ethical growers whose love of the environment and their fellow coworkers resonates with the practices they adopt and the quality of product they produce.
We have made a mindful choice to stay clear of unethical growers and to choose to work with for our collection only premier locally and organically grown flowers and plant material as well as only the Leading Veriflora growers for our imports with conscious goal to do all that we can to be an active participant in protecting the environment, being socially responsible and improving conditions for the labour force in this industry as well as providing the best possible product available for us to work with.
To reduce our footprint without limiting diverse selections we allocate a proportionate share of our purchases to locally and organically grown product in support of the Pick Ontario program. A program designed to practice the philosophy of supporting local growers and local economy within the 100-mile diet movement that was founded in BC. When weather permits we also grow a selection of seasonal botanical greens and flowers in Stouffville Ontario.
As an engaged member of this industry in the goal to make a sustainable world while being both socially and ethically responsible we ensure all our floral and plant products purchased for our studio that are not locally grown are Veriflora, Fair Trade, Certified Bloom Check, Sierra Eco, or Rainforest Alliance certified. These are the eco-labeling systems from the agricultural industry regarding sustainability and ethical certification. In supporting these growers we are supporting farmers who are taking care of the environment and the labour force within the industry.
For example elements of the Veriflora program include the following:
sustainable crop productions
ecosystem protection
resource conservation and energy efficiency
waste management
fair labour practices
product quality
safety
community benefits.
As part of our philosophy to be an eco-minded contributor we limit our use to only local, organic certified or certified fair trade throughout our design process. These facilities are independently inspected by third party inspectors on a regular basis to ensure they conform to both the social and environmental standards. Together we strive to continually improve our environment and our social standard.
Our studio policy is to produce as little waste as possible for landfill, with the least amount of impact on the environment. With that in mind all of the Chocolate Tulip's organic waste is composted, and our recyclables are separated for the blue bin. Our shipping boxes used at events etc. are meticulously collected and reused. In addition we use biodegradable cellophane, and if needed biodegradable floral foam, in addition to packaging products produced from recycled material. On average we produce less than one bag of garbage a year that will go in landfill. Every year we contribute to planting trees and shrubs outdoors to help green our spaces and encourage positive growth in our eco system.
Our cooler produces through humidity H2O from which we are able to water our plants. In the warm months the water from the vases in the cooler is used for the exterior planters. Deliveries are conducted through a floral courier service. A service that is shared in the community to group deliveries together in an area for a more eco friendly delivery method. We are a full service eco-friendly floral and interior plant design studio.
We believe every act to give back, to be grateful for our environment and all its gifts, to bring joy and kindness is a responsibility that we cannot ignore. We believe every act of kindness and thoughtfulness we do today will be paid forward to help better someone's else day and we infuse our designs and creativity with these principles endeavoring to create a lasting impression that will touch the spirit.