Gardens America has come a long way since its inception in 1969. From a small Colombian farm to a leading importer of fresh flowers in the United States. The company has thrived on the principles of quality, consistency, and value. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and explore the Evolution of Gardens America.

It all started with a chance encounter in Miami, Florida. Where the owners of a small Colombian farm walked into the Pennock Company looking for someone to make a difference in the floral industry. Peggy Gillice, who was working as Pennock’s bookkeeper at the time, saw endless opportunities and introduced these gentlemen to her husband, John. The synergies were there, and the timing was right. They became pioneers in the fresh flower importing business.

In May 1969,

Gardens America shipped its first ten boxes of farm-direct flowers into Miami. The idea was to bring in only pre-sold products, ensuring the highest quality and lowest overhead possible. Peggy’s daughter, Colleen Taber, joined the company in 1973 and quickly became the face of the company. Her passion for visiting clients, forming lasting relationships with them, and educating them about the importance of buying a brand was unmatched. Gardens America was incorporated in 1976.

 

Over the years,

Gardens America has evolved and adapted to the changing needs of the industry. Colleen Taber became the owner in 1998, and after 42 years of service, she retired in 2015. The family tradition continued as Kristin Gilliland, Colleen’s daughter, became the current owner of Gardens America.

Today, Gardens America is a leading importer of fresh flowers in the United States. The company’s vision of providing outstanding products and services through its wholesalers to those retailers who appreciate quality, consistency, and value remains the same. The company’s brand has evolved over the years, and Gardens America is now recognized as a trusted source of quality fresh flowers, foliage, and plants.

Despite our long-standing commitment to providing quality, consistency, and value, historically, customers have associated Gardens America with only selling poms and alstro. However, we have come a long way in diversifying our product line and overcoming this stigma. At Gardens America, we have partnered with exceptional growers who work with us to ensure that our clients receive the quality and consistency they deserve.

We have more than 30 growers worldwide producing over 50 product lines, enabling us to offer a wide range of diverse products. Our dedication to excellent products and exceptional sales. And marketing skills has made us an industry leader in the world of flowers. Our popular E-Commerce ordering system allows our clients to easily order products, view their invoices, purchase history, and more, making working with Gardens America a satisfying experience.

Gardens America’s commitment to excellence has earned it a loyal customer base.

The company’s wholesalers and retailers appreciate the exceptional customer service. Timely deliveries, and the high-quality products they receive from Gardens America. The company continues to build lasting relationships with its clients and strives to exceed their expectations.

Gardens America has a rich history spanning over five decades. From its humble beginnings to becoming a leading importer of fresh flowers in the United States. The company has thrived on the principles of quality, consistency, and value. The company’s evolution over the years is a testament to its commitment to excellence. And its continued success is a reflection of the trust its wholesalers and retailers have placed in it.

If you want to learn more about the journey of Gardens America. And its brand evolution over the years, we invite you to visit our website. As a trusted source of quality fresh flowers, foliage, and plants. We take pride in our legacy and continue to uphold the values that have made us successful. We are excited about what the future holds and look forward to serving our clients with the same passion and dedication that has been our hallmark since 1969. Thank you for choosing Gardens America as your preferred provider of fresh flowers.