Sisters Sarah and Sophie Kelman opened Wild Forager in Freshwater in 2016, but the siblings “didn’t just want to be a flower shop.” The flowers are certainly the first thing you notice, but their ethos is to work with ethically-sourced brands, so they also stock carefully chosen homewares from across the globe (the ‘forager’ side of the name).
It’s a business with services from everyday bouquets to wedding arrangements and consulting, but Sarah maintains Wild Forager’s priority is “trying to create beautiful, kick-arse flowers.”
The fiddle leaf is the best-seller on the plant side, retailing at around $45 depending on size and, if you’re after flowers, the ‘Soft and Pretty’ bespoke bouquet is a winner. Featuring the finest blooms the season offers, it’s typically between $80-$100.