Petal It Forward is something that Lani Moeller and her volunteer staff at Unity Point Hospital look forward to every year. “We just love this event,” said the floral supervisor of the Iowa hospital’s gift shops. “It truly is one of the highlights of the year.” They...
One of the best ways to prepare for Petal It Forward is to strategically select the location and time for your event. Start by scouting locations such as pedestrian malls, coffee shops, outside large office buildings and restaurants during the busy morning rush or...
With this year’s Petal It Forward date set for Oct. 23, growers and breeders say planning ahead leads to a successful event and a meaningful experience about the power of flowers for staff. For Sakata Seed America, Petal It Forward resonates with its mission...
Wholesalers say the key to a successful Petal It Forward lies in solid preparation. No one knows that better than the Bill Doran Company, a wholesaler with 20 locations nationwide, who has participated in Petal It Forward since 2016. Michelle Friebel, sales and...
It’s not just retail florists, growers and wholesalers who participate in Petal It Forward. Suppliers also spread goodwill in their local communities by taking part in the Society of American Florists’ led random-acts-of-kindness flower giveaway – and they’re eager to...
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