When people think of Karin’s Florist, flowers usually come to mind first. And while we’re proud to create some of the most beautiful floral arrangements in the country, many people are surprised when they walk through our doors and discover an entire world of unique gifts they won’t find just anywhere. In fact, finding extraordinary...
At Karin’s Florist, we’re fortunate to work with some of the most beautiful flowers from around the world. While roses, hydrangeas, lilies, and tulips are always favorites, every so often something arrives that even our designers stop to admire. However, you probably won’t see many of these flowers on our website. Since they’re often available...
On October 2026, Karin’s Florist & Gifts will celebrate an incredible milestone: 70 years of serving Northern Virginia and the Washington, D.C. area. To mark this special anniversary, we’ll be celebrating all season long with special events, customer appreciation activities, giveaways, exclusive promotions, and a few surprises along the way. We invite you to join...
Lets face it, finding the perfect Father’s Day gift can be a challenge, especially for the dad who seems to have everything. This year, skip the ordinary and surprise him with unique, elevated gifts from Karin’s Florist & Gifts. From handcrafted Italian whiskey glasses to relaxing spa essentials and Disney collectibles, Karin’s Florist offers memorable...
Mother’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate everything Mom does with a gift that feels thoughtful, beautiful, and just a little bit special. While flowers are always a classic (and we have plenty of those), pairing them with a unique gift creates a moment she won’t forget. At Karin’s Florist & Gifts, we’ve curated...
Tambuzi Roses – Where Beauty and Nature Meet Our final flower farm visit took us across the equator to Tambuzi Roses in Nanyuki. The name comes from the founders, Tim and Maggie, and the Swahili word mbuzi, meaning goat. Once a dairy and cattle farm, Tambuzi is now a boutique grower of fragrant garden roses....
Blooming Innovations – A Sea of Delphinium Next, we visited Blooming Innovations in Gilgil. Their primary crops are delphinium, hydrangea, and limonium — all grown across 40 hectares of greenhouse space. The scale was breathtaking: acres of vibrant blue delphinium and lush hydrangea stretching in every direction. Even more impressive was their commitment to sustainability....
Meet Bryan Swann, Creative Director and Senior Floral Designer at Karin’s Florist. Bryan holds the prestigious European Master Certification (EMC), a distinction awarded to florists with exceptional skill, artistry, and understanding of floral design on a global level. With a passion for education, sustainability, and innovation, Bryan brings international experience and creative excellence to everything...
Karin’s Florist Named One of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses U.S. Chamber of Commerce CO-100 list celebrates 100 businesses driving growth and innovation in their communities and around the world. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and CO–, its award -winning digital platform for small businesses, announced on September 5, 2024 that Karin’s Florist was chosen...
Written by Bryan Swann Art In Bloom has been a growing trend over the past few years, with museums opening their collections to floral designers who interpret the artwork through flowers. The DeYoung Museum in San Francisco, The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh, and The Larz...
