Lukas Nursery and Cuplet Fern Enter into an Educational Partnership
Mark Kateli
Lukas Nursery, a fourth-generation nursery in our direct service region, contacted us early in 2022 seeking native plant advice and educational collaboration. They also recently became Florida Association of Native Nurseries (FANN) partners, confirming their interest in and commitment to selling Florida native plants.
The alliance with Lukas is a testament to our efforts to make inroads with businesses that want to embrace Florida native plants slowly. Cuplet Fern is encouraging Lukas to offer more native plants— currently their selection hovers around 80 different species. As their business already boasts a popular butterfly encounter, they are keen on promoting the plant-pollinator message, which is the gateway to more native selections at their establishment.
The collaboration entails educational experiences and literature for buyers, as Cuplet Fern has a direct stake in the progression and development of budding native plant enthusiasts and native plant communities within our locale. We are elated to nurture Florida native plant education at Lukas, because it is mutualistic with our vision statement.
Regarding our burgeoning partnership, Caleb Lukas, their CFO, had this to say:
"We are excited to begin this journey with our friends at the Cuplet Fern chapter and the whole Florida native plant community. As one of Florida's premier nursery destinations, we look forward to showcasing and promoting our vast selection of Florida native plants to the greater Central Florida community. We greatly appreciate your support and partnership as we seek to promote Florida native plants in the landscape."
