Growth, however, is never without challenge. In 2024, the company faced one of its most defining moments when Sun Valley announced it could no longer sell or distribute Channel Islands’ flowers — and gave only one month’s notice. Rather than being defeated, Manuel and his team turned this obstacle into a new beginning.

With resilience and vision, Channel Islands Flowers established its own warehouse and began building direct relationships with wholesalers in the Los Angeles Flower Market. The company also gained the trust and support of Trader Joe’s and other partners dedicated to promoting U.S.-grown flowers.

With courage, heart, and determination, Manuel decided to act. On August 1, 2020, Channel Islands Flowers opened its doors for the very first time. What began as a small, family-run company with just 16 workers — all former Sun Valley employees — quickly grew into something much larger.

At first, Channel Islands Flowers produced blooms that Sun Valley continued to sell and distribute on commission. The success of that first year exceeded all expectations, allowing the company to expand rapidly. Soon, new crops were planted — including over 5 million Iris and 820,000 Lilies, both Oriental and Asiatic.

By the end of 2024, Channel Islands Flowers was thriving once again — driven by big dreams, strong teamwork, and an unshakable belief in the beauty of what they grow.

Today, with the trust of more than 40 loyal customers, the company continues to flourish, proudly offering flowers grown in the USA.

This is more than a business — it’s a story of faith, perseverance, and love for the land. Channel Islands Flowers stands as proof that when you plant with purpose and nurture with heart, beauty always finds a way to bloom.