About
Smithers-Oasis, founded in 1954 by Vernon "V.L." Smithers, pioneered the floral industry with OASIS® Floral Foam, a water-absorbing design media that has become the benchmark for florists worldwide. Today the company is a global manufacturer and marketer of a broad portfolio that includes floral foam and design media, post-harvest products, cellular growing media, temperature-control packaging, medical impression foam, and custom specialty foams. Its business divisions—OASIS® Floral Products, FloraLife Postharvest Products, OASIS® Grower Solutions, Temprecision International, and Medical Impression Foam—share a solutions-based focus, leveraging a worldwide network of facilities to deliver locally-tailored products that meet cultural preferences while supporting crop quality from harvest to sale. Smithers-Oasis distinguishes itself through a relentless commitment to quality, innovation, and collaborative partnerships with suppliers and communities, positioning the brand as a trusted partner across horticulture, floriculture, and medical markets.
