{"id":6160,"date":"2025-07-19T22:22:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T22:22:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blackcatgarden.co.nz\/?p=6160"},"modified":"2025-07-20T14:14:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-20T02:14:28","slug":"how-to-wrap-fresh-flowers-sustainably-in-new-zealand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blackcatgarden.co.nz\/?p=6160","title":{"rendered":"How to Wrap Fresh Flowers Sustainably in New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>How to Wrap Fresh Flowers Sustainably in New Zealand<\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"4278\" data-end=\"4563\">Wrapping flowers doesn\u2019t need to involve cellophane or synthetic ribbon. At Black Cat Flower Garden in Glenroy, we wrap every bunch using materials that are <strong data-start=\"4435\" data-end=\"4456\">fully compostable<\/strong>, beautiful, and easy to use \u2014 proving that sustainable floristry is just as thoughtful as it is practical.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4565\" data-end=\"4632\">Here\u2019s how to wrap fresh flowers the NZ way, without plastic waste:<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"4634\" data-end=\"4659\">\ud83c\udf38 What You\u2019ll Need:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"4660\" data-end=\"4849\">\n<li data-start=\"4660\" data-end=\"4701\">\n<p data-start=\"4662\" data-end=\"4701\">Plain kraft paper or compostable tissue<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4702\" data-end=\"4739\">\n<p data-start=\"4704\" data-end=\"4739\">Natural jute string or paper ribbon<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4740\" data-end=\"4794\">\n<p data-start=\"4742\" data-end=\"4794\">A handwritten tag or card (recycled card is perfect)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4795\" data-end=\"4849\">\n<p data-start=\"4797\" data-end=\"4849\">A reused glass jar or brown paper cone for structure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4851\" data-end=\"5163\">Start by laying your paper on a flat surface and bunching your flowers in the centre. Tie the stems loosely with jute twine. Fold the paper into a cone, then secure it with ribbon and tuck in your label. Not only is the result charming, it breaks down naturally once your flowers have had their time in the vase.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5165\" data-end=\"5332\">Cathy prepares wrapping sets seasonally, including all of the above. These are ideal for florists, home gardeners, or anyone who wants to gift with a little more care.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5334\" data-end=\"5410\">\ud83c\udf3f <em data-start=\"5337\" data-end=\"5410\">Want a wrapping kit? Message to reserve \u2014 available in limited bundles.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Wrap Fresh Flowers Sustainably in New Zealand Wrapping flowers doesn\u2019t need to involve cellophane or synthetic ribbon. 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