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Awards, Features, and Media Recognition
Verde Floral Design has been featured in a variety of publications and media outlets, highlighting our approach to thoughtful, artful floral design. Explore recent awards, press and features that celebrate and showcase our work and creative vision.
2025 Best of Cape Cod Winner
Verde Floral Design has been consistently recognized in Cape Cod Life’s Best of Cape Cod & the Islands Awards—one of the region’s longest-running and most respected honors, voted on by thousands of locals, seasonal residents, and visitors each year. Earning Gold for Flower Shop year after year, along with multiple Wedding Vendor awards, including recognition in 2025, Verde’s continued presence among these winners reflects a trusted reputation for thoughtful design, quality, and a meaningful connection to the Cape Cod community.
CAPE COD LIFE | SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2024
Featured in Cape Cod Life's Sept/Oct 2024 Issue
Hira Rafiq, owner and lead designer of Verde Floral Design, was featured in Cape Cod Life in 2024, highlighting both her journey to ownership and her distinctive approach to floral design. The feature offers a personal look at her own wedding, where she stepped into the role of both bride and florist—designing richly layered, jewel-toned arrangements that reflected her creative vision. It also speaks to her thoughtful, collaborative process, guiding clients through countless possibilities to create florals that feel intentional, expressive, and deeply personal to each occasion.
Featured on Boston 25 News ZipTrip
In July 2025, Verde Floral Design was featured during a ZipTrip visit to Mashpee, a news segment produced by Boston 25 News. In the segment, owner Hira Rafiq shares insights into floral design on Cape Cod and the inspiration behind Verde’s work.
Featured on WCVB Channel 5 Boston
Hira Rafiq of Verde Floral Design was featured on WCVB Channel 5 Boston, sharing insights on this year’s most in-demand flowers and offering expert tips for Valentine’s Day. Filmed at Mashpee Commons, the segment highlights Verde’s perspective on seasonal trends and thoughtful floral design.
Featured in The Boston Globe
In October 2023, Verde Floral Design was featured in The Boston Globe as part of a spotlight on Cape Cod small business owners. The article highlights the challenges and resilience of running a local business, offering insight into Verde’s growth and the thoughtful approach behind its continued success within the Cape Cod community.
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Featured in Cape Cod Times
In February 2023, Verde Floral Design was featured in the Cape Cod Times in a Valentine’s Day photo gallery highlighting the artistry and energy of the season. The feature captures behind-the-scenes moments at the Mashpee shop, showcasing the care, creativity, and attention to detail that go into each arrangement during one of the busiest times of the year.
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