Sustainability in Action at Hortensia
At Hortensia we believe in doing our bit to protect the planet for future generations, reducing our carbon footprint by:
Composting our green waste, creating weed suppressant and enhancing our cutting garden soil
Purchasing from accredited organisations
Creating a biodiverse environment for insects and local bees with meadow strips around our orchard
Up-cycling and sourcing vintage items
Growing our own flowers and foliage, thereby reducing carbon emissions associated with production and transport
Harvesting rainwater
Procuring ethically manufactured and biodegradable sundries wherever available
Using LED lighting in our workshops
Sourcing high quality local flowers wherever possible
Re-using and recycling plastic trays and vases