Runner beans are predominately grown by our Kenya and Guatemala growers. Runner beans are a good source of vitamin C, folic acid, protein and fiber.
Mangetout and Sugar Snap Peas is currently Sourced from 7 different countries but predominantly from Guatemala which is 5,197 miles away. Best in season in November, December, January, February, UK season for Sugar snaps is in June.
TenderstemⓇ has a sweet mild taste, and the nature of the vegetable allows it to absorb flavours from any dish that it is used in.
Originally the baby corn concept was developed in Thailand as a by-product from the local dairy industry in the rural communities and is still practiced in some parts today.
The modern-day garden pea is thought to have originated from the field pea that was native to central Asia and the Middle East.
Flamingo grow and source a wide range of fillers and foliage both from their farms in Kenya and from across Europe, Ireland and the UK. With a variety of textures, sizes and colours available they make an ideal and interesting addition to many cut flower bouquets and arrangements.
Flamingo grow and source Lilies from the UK, Kenya and Europe. There are many types of Lilies available such as Longiflorum, LA and Oriental that are available all year round and have trumpet shaped flowers carrying between 2 and 5 buds per stem depending upon the variety.
Kenya is well known for its Rose production and is seen as the world centre for Rose breeding. Flamingo Rose production is in 2 main growing areas in the hills of Mount Kenya and the region of Lake Naivasha which provide consistent light and temperature levels throughout the year.
South Africa has the ideal climate for Chrysanthemum production and the Flamingo farm in the region of Gauteng produces a range of spray and bloom Chrysanthemums, alongside product sourced from Holland and South America.