Behind Gardens America Interview 2026 | Kristen Gilliland Interview | Flowers And Cents
In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Kristen Gilliland, President of Gardens America, one of the oldest floral importing companies in Miami. Hosted by Williee Armellini, Editor and Owner of Flowersandcents.com, one of the original floral industry blogs since 2001, this conversation dives into the rich history of Gardens America, the evolution of the floral importing business, and the importance of long standing relationships in the industry.
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