In 1959, William Vermeer Sr. founded a small 14,000 square foot greenhouse operation. The early years of production included orchids, cut chrysanthemums, cut roses and sweethearts, cut lilies and carnations as well as a few potted plants. From these humble beginnings, Westbrook has expanded to become the large complete floral wholesaler we are today.

Westbrook Floral has undergone extensive growth and development in the past half century.

• 1950’s - Cut Flowers and Potted Plants sourced and grown.
• 1960’s - Production of indoor Dishgardens begins.
• 1970’s - Hard goods division is introduced, selling all manner of florist supplies.
• 1980’s - As Supermarkets began introducing floral products, crop production shifted from cut flowers to almost exclusively potted blooming plants. Cut flowers continue to make up a large portion of our product mix through partnerships with local and international growers.
• 1980’s - Expansion continued as hand-made bouquets were introduced.
• 1992 - Westbrook Floral Ltd. launches a Montreal location.
• 2009 - MEYER by Westbrook, the new and elegant home and garden décor line, is acquired.

Westbrook Floral continues to develop and diversify to bring you the most innovative trends and designs.