Where Are Flowers Grown in Kenya? The Regions Behind The World’s Best Blooms

Kenya is one of the world’s finest flower exporters, with varied, rich landscapes forming the perfect environments for growing a wide range of flowers. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and best flower-growing regions in Kenya. 

Where Are Flowers Grown in Kenya? The Regions Behind The World’s Best Blooms

Kenya is one of the world’s flower powerhouses, exporting millions of stems of roses, carnations, lilies, chrysanthemums and more every year. Behind every bloom sent around the world are distinct regions in Kenya, each with its own climate, soil, elevation, and communities which come together to produce flowers of exceptional quality. 

At The Flower Hub, we partner with many fantastic growers across these regions, so here’s a look at where flowers are grown in Kenya, the people making this possible, and how each area adds its own character.

Why Where Flowers Are Grown Matters

Not all flowers are grown equally. The region where flowers grow shapes their quality, features and impact on local communities. Kenya’s diversity of growing zones offers equal measures of both beauty and sustainability. 

By knowing where flowers are grown, you’re choosing blooms that are responsibly sourced and grown by communities whose livelihoods depend on this art.

Key Flower-Growing Regions in Kenya

Lake Naivasha & the Rift Valley

The Lake Naivasha region is widely known as the hub of Kenya’s floriculture industry. At 1,800 – 2,200 metres above sea level, it’s home to rich volcanic soils and reliable water sources. Roses dominate the growth here, and the area produces some of the finest long-stemmed blooms with exceptional vase life and vibrant colour. 

The industry around Naivasha employs thousands of people, many of whom moved here from across the country. For nearby Maasai communities, the rise of Kenyan flower farming has been a great source of job opportunities. Many farms in this region invest in infrastructure, worker housing, and healthcare to support the large workforce as they grow some of the country’s finest flowers. 

Mount Kenya Region

Around the slopes of Mount Kenya (in counties like Nyeri, Kirinyaga and Laikipia), flower farms benefit from cooler temperatures, high levels of rainfall, and fertile soils. The climate helps to reduce pests naturally whilst bringing out even more vibrant colours in flowers. 

Farms here are known for producing premium flower varieties, perfect for the most high-end markets. Many of the workers here are female and farming is deeply embedded in this community’s way of life. While terrain and infrastructure can be a challenge at times, there’s a strong farming tradition here which supports both large-scale and smaller growers.

Nairobi & Peri-Urban Areas

Closer to Kenya’s capital, areas like Thika, Athi River, and Kiambu have become important regions for flower production. Although these farms typically sit at slightly lower altitudes, they have the advantage of being close to Nairobi’s airport and transport networks, which means flowers can travel even quicker. 

This makes these areas especially suited to varieties where freshness and rapid delivery are of the essence. 

Western and Emerging Regions

Beyond the longest-standing Kenyan flower regions, flower farming is expanding into counties such as Kericho, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Bungoma and many more. These areas vary in climate and soil fertility, from highland rain-fed zones to semi-arid lands, each of which offer different possibilities for growing flowers. 

Most farms here are a bit newer, focusing on flowers which are best suited to their local conditions, whether it’s hardy varieties or summer fillers. For rural communities, floriculture provides life-changing opportunities. Infrastructure can still be a challenge, but with ongoing investment in roads and cold chains, these regions are steadily gaining ground.

How The Flower Hub Brings Kenya’s World-Class Flowers to You

At The Flower Hub, our role is to bridge the gap between Kenya’s world-class growers and the retailers and businesses who bring these flowers into homes around the globe. We don’t just source, we manage the entire process that brings a bloom from greenhouse to vase in perfect condition.

From farm-side cooling facilities to refrigerated transport and direct air freight, we oversee the cold chain every step of the way. This careful handling means that our flowers’ natural freshness isn’t lost during transport. Instead, as it should be, it’s passed on to your customers in the form of a longer vase life, richer colours, and stronger stems.

For retailers and businesses, working with The Flower Hub means having a reliable partner who understands both the growing regions of Kenya and the demands of international markets. We help you access consistent, ethically grown flowers, while ensuring that logistics never get in the way of quality. It’s about giving your customers the kind of blooms that keep them coming back, and giving back to these wonderful communities in which they grow.

Conclusion – Celebrating Kenya’s Flower Growing Regions

Kenya’s floral success is a national effort, from Naivasha’s world-renowned roses to Mount Kenya’s premium flowers and Nairobi’s efficient hubs. Each adds its own flavour to the rich Kenyan floriculture and at The Flower Hub, we’re proud to connect these growers with the world, bringing the best of Kenya’s flowers to everyone. 

Get in touch today to discuss how we can help elevate your floral business by emailing our team at enquiries@theflowerhub.com or by visiting our website: www.theflowerhub.com.