Water Hyacinth Series [Part 2]

Water Hyacinth Series [Part 2]

Gordon Hewitt

L. Victoria has been locked in a tight battle with water hyacinth for decades. Here is the full saga, from how the weed got there, to its effects on the basin. 

How an Ornamental Plant Took Over the World

How an Ornamental Plant Took Over the World

Gordon Hewitt

Water hyacinth is an invasive aquatic weed, but its story also highlights the importance of local action and restoration. This first post looks at how it spread from South America to East Africa and what is being done to manage it.

How to Plant Flowers on Fabric

How to Plant Flowers on Fabric

Gordon Hewitt

Discover the process of printing beautiful floral and geometric patterns on fabric, as seen in Wild Rose Pieces.

Future Business Leaders Benchmark Sustainability with Wild Rose in Nairobi

Future Business Leaders Benchmark Sustainability with Wild Rose in Nairobi

Gordon Hewitt
[KAREN, NAIROBI] On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Wild Rose hosted a delegation of faculty and students from Trinity Western University in Canada. The event lasted ~2 hours, allowing for extensive...
Why African Fashion Should Be Anything But Fast

Why African Fashion Should Be Anything But Fast

Gordon Hewitt

The low price tag and massive scale of fast fashion may seem fitting for Africa, but it comes at such a cost to the environment and populations that it cannot be the future. 

How 6000 Years of Sustainable Consumption Inspired a Shirt Design

How 6000 Years of Sustainable Consumption Inspired a Shirt Design

Gordon Hewitt
Asked about his wealth, a Bedouin once pointed to a palm tree, saying, “Its fronds are fuel, its trunk is shade, its fibre is rope, its bark makes containers, and...
From Trash to Packaging: How A Community Centre Turns Waste Into Sustainable Packaging

From Trash to Packaging: How A Community Centre Turns Waste Into Sustainable Packaging

Gordon Hewitt
If you order a Wild Rose shirt or dress, it will arrive at your doorstep packaged inside a neat, brown paper bag. Now, I know you’ll be eager to get...
What Is Slow Fashion?

What Is Slow Fashion?

Gordon Hewitt

Discover slow fashion, an ethical approach to clothing that prioritizes quality, sustainability, and fairness in the textile industry, and learn how you can slow down your wardrobe. 

Press Release: Wild Rose Certifies as a B Corporation

Press Release: Wild Rose Certifies as a B Corporation

Gordon Hewitt
Fashion brand, Wild Rose, has announced today its certification as a B Corporation (or B Corp), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as...
B Corp Certification: Redefining Business as a Force for Good

B Corp Certification: Redefining Business as a Force for Good

  In a world where consumers and investors increasingly value companies that prioritize social and environmental impact, B Corp certification has emerged as a gold standard for responsible business. Managed...
Embracing Sustainability: The Journey of Our Plastic-Free Corozo Buttons

Embracing Sustainability: The Journey of Our Plastic-Free Corozo Buttons

Annette O
The Journey of Our Plastic-Free Corozo Buttons At Wild Rose Kenya, we are committed to sustainability and ethical fashion. One of the ways we achieve this is through our use...
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Spread Love: Wild Rose Gifts Mt Kenya Trust This Valentines

Annette O
Love is in the air this Valentine's season, and it is our mission at Wild Rose to engage in spreading more than just style.