There’s something timeless and grounding about dried flowers. As a flower farmer and enthusiast, I’ve wandered every corner of Ontario in search of the most beautiful, sustainable blooms. Here are my top 10 places to find dried flowers—based on quality, ethics, and charm.
1. Harvest Hill Flower Farm (That’s me!)
My small flower farm near Toronto, Ontario grows and naturally air-dries flowers without chemicals. From strawflowers and Craspedia to yarrow and statice, everything is nurtured with care. We dry our blooms naturally and store them with silica packs—no dyes, no bleach. Just honest flowers grown for their beauty and longevity.
2. Dewhurst Flowers – Uxbridge, Ontario
Indigenous-led and eco-focused, Dewhurst specializes in locally grown, naturally dried blooms. Every bouquet supports sustainable farming, biodiversity, and community wellness. Like us, they grow without harmful sprays and focus on pollinator-friendly farming.
3. Holland Dried Flowers Ltd. – Mississauga, Ontario
A wholesale favorite, Holland Dried Flowers offers an enormous variety of dried and preserved botanicals, including bleached and dyed stems. While many of their products are imported, it's a go-to source for hard-to-find dried flowers and bulk orders.
4. Country Cut Flowers – King Township
This pick-your-own flower farm near Newmarket is a wonderful source for fresh flowers you can dry yourself. Their fields are full of heirloom varieties grown sustainably. In late summer, you can gather your own strawflowers, statice, and more to dry at home.
5. Dahlia May Flower Farm – Trenton, Ontario
Known for their ethical, chemical-free approach to flower farming, Dahlia May occasionally offers dried flower options at their self-serve farmstand. Even when they don’t, their fresh blooms are perfect for DIY drying projects.
6. Wildwood Floral & Gifts – Sudbury, Ontario
A charming flower and gift shop in Northern Ontario that frequently stocks dried flower stems like pampas, bunny tails, and statice. Their rustic, natural vibe makes them a hidden gem—perfect for Northern Ontario locals.
7. Market Blooms – St. Lawrence Market, Toronto
Tucked inside the iconic Toronto market, this floral stall often has dried lavender, eucalyptus, and more—perfect for spontaneous bouquets and small home projects. Their inventory changes with the season, so it’s always worth a visit.
8. Luna & Flora – Ottawa, Ontario
Although based in Calgary, Luna & Flora ships across Ontario and Canada. Their dried arrangements are moody, romantic, and artfully designed—ideal for home styling or wedding decor with a modern twist.
9. Wild North Flowers – Toronto, Ontario
A boutique florist committed to local, sustainable flowers. They design stunning, floral foam-free arrangements and offer dried flower bridal options and decor through their Toronto studio. Their work feels both elevated and grounded in nature.
10. Stôk Floral – Hamilton, Ontario
Stôk creates earthy, minimalist arrangements with natural materials and often includes locally grown dried elements. They’re known for their wreaths, textural design, and thoughtful approach to floral work.
Why Local & Eco Matters
Buying from small farms like Harvest Hill Flower Farm and Dewhurst Flowers supports:
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Pollinator-friendly, chemical-free growing
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Soil health and biodiversity
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A lower carbon footprint (no long-distance importing, bleaching, or dyeing)
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Intentional, seasonal design that reflects the land and climate
Mass-produced dried flowers often come with hidden environmental costs—chemical treatments, synthetic dyes, and energy-intensive shipping. Supporting Ontario growers means supporting ethical, earth-friendly beauty.