Aiming for zero impact! Support our transition with Miimosa

As growers of carnivorous plants for over 20 years, we are not only enthusiasts of Dionaea, Sarracenia and Cephalotus; we are also advocates for greener horticulture.

Today, Karnivores has taken another decisive step forward in its environmental commitment by launching a crowdfunding campaign on the Miimosa platform entitled: ‘20 years of passion, zero emissions: support our commitment!’

Four years of hard work, a new horizon

Since 2019, we have implemented major changes:

1. Drastic Energy Reduction: We have streamlined our collection, choosing to stop growing species that require our greenhouses to be heated to above 7°C in winter.
2. Eco-friendly packaging: All our packaging (cardboard boxes, blister packs, adhesive tape, plastic film, packing materials, etc.) has been replaced with more environmentally friendly alternatives, and we even reuse packing materials discarded as waste by other local businesses.
3. Substratses and Sourcing: We have changed our substrate supplier to minimise our environmental impact as much as possible, whilst taking into account the constraints of the European market.

These efforts, which are often invisible to the customer, have been borne by the company without passing on the additional cost to the final price of the plants.

The two pillars of funding: Carbon Footprint and ‘Plante Bleue’

To make the most of these initiatives and ensure we remain firmly committed to a sustainable approach in the long term, we need your support to fund two crucial stages, with a total target of €8,500:

Stage 1: The Carbon Footprint Assessment

The initial aim is to fund a comprehensive carbon footprint assessment. This involves an in-depth audit of all our production processes.

It is an essential tool for:

• Identify the remaining sources of emissions.
• Set out a clear roadmap towards net-zero carbon for the coming years.

Stage 2: ‘Plante Bleue’ certification

Once the first stage has been completed, the funding will be used to launch the ‘Plante Bleue’ certification**.** This environmental standard is official recognition of our best practices.

It will guarantee our customers produce that is:

• Pesticide-free.
• Completely transparent (production traceability).
• With crop management based on ecological control methods (release of beneficial insects, use of natural oils, etc.).

Support us and reap the rewards of our commitment!

By contributing to this project, you’re not just supporting an eco-friendly initiative: you’ll also receive some fantastic rewards!

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned collector, there’s something for everyone:

• From €10 and above: A big thank you for your support!
• From €30 and above: A mix of Sarracenia seeds grown directly in our greenhouses.
• From €45 and above: A carnivorous plant – Venus flytrap (approx. 10 cm, with a care guide).
• From €60 and above: A “Karnivores” mug, handmade on site (please note: limited stock).
• From €70 and above: A ‘surprise’ Sarracenia, chosen at random depending on available plants (may be received as a rhizome during the winter dormancy period).
• From €100 and above: A carnivorous plant ‘discovery’ seed-sowing kit (including Sarracenia, Dionaea and Drosera) to get you started with sowing.
• From €160 and over: The Super Discovery Pack! A comprehensive pack to give you an in-depth understanding of carnivorous plants (seeds, planting, cultivation and reading material).
• From €350 and above: A day with your hands in the soil: come and spend a day in our greenhouses to gain a better understanding of our work and our collection (to be collected on site).
• From €750 and above: Two days with us: a total immersion in our daily routine, with accommodation and meals provided (except for the evening meal, as supplies are very limited).

Every euro counts and helps us sow the seeds for greener horticulture – even for carnivorous plants!

👉 To find out all the details of the campaign and show your support, visit the Miimosa page:

20 years of passion, zero impact: support our commitment!

The team at Pépinières Karnivores would like to extend a warm thank you to the whole community of enthusiasts of plants of a different sort for their contributions and interest!