Business Details
30 Years
experience
Fresh-Cut Flowers & Floral Arrangements in Columbia, SC
Floral and Hardy Farm has been cultivating high-quality fresh-cut flowers since 1988, officially establishing as a business in 1996. Our farm specializes in sustainably grown unique flower varieties and botanical materials, prioritizing freshness through early morning harvesting and immediate hydration processes. We serve florists in Columbia, Aiken, and Augusta while offering direct farm sales and deliveries to Columbia and Lexington.Our commitment to innovation includes expanding production annually and educating customers on flower longevity. As a family-owned operation, we combine decades of hands-on experience with practical irrigation expertise from Tim Mills' background in valve repair. We actively participate in the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers to stay at the forefront of industry advancements.
Services
Subscription Bouquets
Wedding Flowers
Dried Wreaths
Christmas Wreaths
Corporate Work
Floral Arrangements
Custom Garlands
Paperwhite Bulbs
Amaryllis Plants
Sunflower Harvests
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of flower farming expertise since 1988
- Our sustainable growing practices prioritize environmental responsibility
- We serve Columbia, Aiken, and Augusta florists with premium blooms
- Family-owned operation combines traditional knowledge with modern techniques
- We guarantee freshness through immediate post-harvest hydration processes
Services
Subscription Bouquets
Our flower subscriptions deliver fresh, hand-tied bouquets directly to your door. Cut weekly and available March-October, subscriptions start at $120 for four weeks. Choose Monday or Thursday delivery to specified zip codes. Ideal for regular floral displays in homes or offices.
Wedding Flowers
We provide high-quality local fresh cut flowers for weddings. Options include DIY pick-up, custom bouquet design, corsages, and boutonnieres. Availability depends on seasonal growth patterns and weather conditions. Advance planning recommended for special requests.
Christmas Wreaths
Handmade Christmas wreaths and garlands using Leyland cypress, Carolina sapphire, and eastern cedar. Custom orders available with five-day notice. Add pine cones, eucalyptus, or tallow berries for personalized holiday decor. Frasier fir sourced from North Carolina partners.
People
Donna Mills
Founder & Flower Farmer
Donna Mills founded Floral and Hardy Farm in 1996 after discovering her passion for flower cultivation. With formal training from Midlands Tech and the Lexington Extension Service, she transformed family land into a thriving cut flower operation. Her expertise combines traditional gardening knowledge with modern farming techniques.
Tim Mills
Co-Owner & Operations
Tim Mills joined the business full-time in 2002, applying his valve repair expertise to irrigation systems. He manages technical operations and production expansion. His practical approach balances Donna's creative vision, helping grow the farm to its current 2.5-acre production capacity.
Questions
When does your flower season run?
Our season starts with amaryllis and anemones in January, peaks through summer, and ends with sunflowers around Halloween.
Do you deliver flowers to Columbia?
Yes, we deliver to Columbia and Lexington areas on Mondays and Thursdays for subscription customers in specified zip codes.
Can I pick up flowers directly from the farm?
Yes, we offer farm pick-up by appointment for wedding flowers, bulk orders, and seasonal selections like sunflowers.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept checks, Venmo, and credit card payments for subscriptions and custom orders.
How do you ensure flower freshness?
We harvest early morning, immediately hydrate flowers, and store them in climate-controlled conditions before next-day delivery.
