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Welcome to Detroit Edible Flowers, where our commitment to freshness, sustainability, and culinary innovation sets us apart in the urban agriculture landscape of Detroit's neighborhoods. With a foundation built on over 30 years of diverse hospitality experience and a lifelong passion for gardening, we specialize in providing the freshest, most diverse edible flowers directly to your business.

 

Our Story

Detroit Edible Flowers is not just a business; it's the culmination of a journey through the hospitality industry, enriched by a profound connection to the earth and its bounty. Our founder, a seasoned veteran of roles ranging from general manager to chef, and a proud veteran of the United States Army, brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to urban agriculture. With roots in gardening that stretch deeper than our founder's own life, Detroit Edible Flowers grows from a rich heritage of cultivation and an innovative approach to the culinary arts.

 

What Sets Us Apart

Our philosophy, "DEF af (always fresh) ," goes beyond just a catchphrase—it's a promise. We differentiate ourselves through:

 

-Diversity of Selection:

Unlike other farms or gardens that might treat edible flowers as a secondary product, Detroit Edible Flowers focuses intentionally on cultivating over 100+ varieties of edible flowers. This includes not only traditionally grown varieties but also locally wild-harvested flowers, offering an unparalleled range of flavors, colors, and culinary possibilities.

 

-Intentional Cultivation:

We grow flowers with the express purpose of consumption. Where others may grow flowers incidentally, for pollination or pest control, our flowers are the main attraction. This includes cultivating vegetables specifically for their flowers, such as allowing radishes to bolt, a practice that underscores our dedication to maximizing the culinary potential of each plant.

 

- Rapid Delivery:

Ensuring peak freshness, we've partnered with DoorDash Direct to deliver our edible flowers within two hours of harvest. This commitment to speed and freshness is unmatched, providing our clients with a product that is not only fresh but also maintains its quality longer.

 

- Sustainable Practices:

Embodying the principles of recycle, reuse, and repurpose, we approach every aspect of our operation with sustainability in mind. From repurposing neighborhood finds into garden tools and planters to using plant-based, reusable packaging that integrates seamlessly into our clients' operations, we are dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact.

 

- Hospitality Insight:

With decades of experience in the hospitality industry, we possess a deep understanding of the needs and desires of our clients. This insight allows us to tailor our offerings to the high standards of restaurants and bars, ensuring that our edible flowers enhance any culinary creation.

 

Our Mission:

At Detroit Edible Flowers, our mission is simple: to provide the freshest, most diverse, and sustainably grown edible flowers to our community. By integrating rapid delivery, sustainable practices, and a hospitality-driven approach, we aim to not only meet but exceed the expectations of our clients, ensuring that every petal we deliver adds a touch of excellence to their culinary endeavors.