For the past three decades, the privately-owned Equiflor has been a leading fresh flower grower and distributor in the region.
Founded in 1986, their nationally branded, fresh cut “Rio Roses” is distributed via a network of flower wholesalers across the US and Canada.
From their state-of-the-art distribution center near Miami International Airport, they manage the growth, importation, distribution, and marketing of roses, carnations, and specialty flowers from the major growing regions of the world.
More than 700 acres of fresh flower farms in primary production centers across Colombia, Ecuador, and Costa Rica.
Why Rio Roses
Rio Roses maintains a high standard of quality parameters in the production, harvest, and packaging of fresh cut flowers.
The only offshore flower grower to offer clients their choice of detailed specifications for premium flower arrangements.
Top-notch quality control, ensuring consistent, year-round availability of the most popular varieties.
Conducts their own internal and external research for most popular and in demand varieties and color assortments each year.
Utilizes a “Breeders Cut” on all roses to encourage a more open and full bloom, more vibrant color, and to enhance the overall performance.
Rio Roses provides the best value in stem length in the market since they measure the stem lengths without including the bloom heights.
Their farms’ greenhouse designs enable them to harvest and utilize rainwater to irrigate their plants and treat their flowers.
Their farms drip irrigation systems have many benefits, such as being ecologically sound, promoting a healthier flower, and reducing pests, weeds, and harmful fungal growth.
