What Pilgrim Packaging does

Pilgrim Packaging is a privately held US wholesale distributor of floral packaging supplies, founded in 1987 and headquartered at 10633 Wolf Dr, Huntley, Illinois. The company sells exclusively through a wholesale distributor network across the United States; retailers and end-customers are directed to contact their wholesale supplier or to call a Pilgrim referral line, and new distributor accounts are created online through the company website. This wholesale-only B2B channel is the company's sole route to market, with no direct-to-retail or direct-to-consumer sales. Operations are stated as Made-in-USA, and the firm is led by founder Anne Wilkinson, who serves as President and CEO. No institutional ownership, parent company, funding rounds, or acquisitions are disclosed.

The product portfolio spans the full floral packaging lifecycle — corrugated delivery boxes and trays, two-piece and automatic pop-up floral boxes, vase holders (pyramid, automatic pop-up, PackAll adjustable, corrugated), bags and sleeves (tote, arrangement, corsage/boutonniere, single-stem), and paper products (kraft, tissue, newsprint). Four proprietary branded lines anchor the catalog: FORMAFLOR™ pre-formed pot covers with built-in moisture-resistant plastic liners; GUARDELLE™ waxed tissue with rich color saturation and pliable hand; IMPRESSA™ embossed and poly-embossed foil marketed as 100% recyclable; and VISTALENE™ clear cello film made from OPP and BOPP for high-clarity wrapping. The e-commerce site is built on BigCommerce with login-gated account-based pricing, wish lists, and a mailing list for special offers.

Pilgrim Packaging generates revenue through wholesale sales of proprietary and unbranded packaging products to its distributor network, with all product pricing gated behind login and special or custom orders requiring a 50% deposit. End customers served include florists, garden centers and greenhouses, grocery store floral departments, and event planners (for wedding, corsage, and boutonniere packaging). The company markets a defect-free product guarantee and emphasizes functional features such as automatic pop-up assembly, reversible box designs, waxed moisture barriers, and recyclable materials, positioning itself as a vertically specialized one-stop supplier to the US floral industry.

Name

Pilgrim Packaging

Legal name

Pilgrim Packaging

Website

https://pilgrimpackaging.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Pilgrim Packaging is a US wholesale distributor of floral packaging supplies, including corrugated boxes, vase holders, waxed tissue, foils, and pot covers, sold exclusively through distributors to florists, garden centers, grocery floral departments, and event planners. Founded 1987.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Floral Packaging Supplies

NAICS

Office Supplies, Stationery, and Gift Retailers (4594)

SIC

Wholesale-Paper & Paper Products (5110)

akta.pro primary industry

Greeting Cards, Gift Wrap & Party Paper Goods Distribution (CRAOALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Seasonal & Holiday Gifts & Decor Retail (CRALAJAD)

Keywords

• Floral packaging products
• Wholesale packaging supplies
• Floral delivery boxes
• Vase holder boxes
• Waxed tissue paper

Headquarters

HQ city

Addison

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Floral Packaging Products: Pilgrim Packaging generates revenue through the wholesale sale of proprietary and branded floral packaging products including boxes, bags, tissue papers, pot covers, vase holders, and films. Products are sold in bulk wholesale quantities (e.g., cases, rolls) to wholesale distributors. Pricing is account-based and not publicly disclosed on the website. The company also accepts special or custom order products requiring a 50% deposit at time of ordering.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Pilgrim Packaging develops, manufactures, and distributes wholesale floral packaging products — including proprietary branded pot covers, waxed tissue, embossed foils, clear films, floral boxes, corrugated delivery boxes and trays, vase holders, bags, sleeves, and kraft/tissue papers. Products are sold exclusively in bulk (cases, rolls) through wholesale distributors across the United States, with account-based pricing and the option of custom or special orders requiring a 50% deposit.

Product overview

Pilgrim Packaging is a B2B wholesale supplier of floral packaging products operating through the BigCommerce e-commerce platform. The product portfolio centers around branded product lines including FORMAFLOR™ Pot Covers, GUARDELLE™ Waxed Tissue, IMPRESSA™ Embossed Foil and Poly Foil, and VISTALENE™ Film Rolls, supplemented by a comprehensive range of unbranded packaging solutions. The offering spans multiple categories: floral boxes (wedding boxes, corsage/boutonniere boxes, two-piece boxes, automatic pop-up boxes), corrugated delivery boxes and trays, vase holders (pyramid, automatic pop-up, PackAll adjustable, corrugated), bags (tote bags, arrangement bags, corsage/boutonniere bags, sleeves), and paper products (kraft paper, tissue paper, newsprint). These products serve florists, garden centers, greenhouses, event planners, and grocery stores, with distribution exclusively through wholesale distributors across the US.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FORMAFLOR™ Pot Covers Pre-formed pot covers designed to slip over standard grower pots for retail display and gifting, with built-in plastic liners for moisture resistance. Available in Matte, Metallic, Pearl, and Kraft finishes for florists, garden centers, and greenhouses.
• GUARDELLE™ Waxed Tissue Waxed tissue paper combining moisture protection with curated color palettes for floral wrapping applications, available in sheets, rolls, and assortments. Targeted at florists handling fresh flowers.
• IMPRESSA™ Embossed Foil and Poly Foil Embossed and poly-embossed foil products adding dimension and texture to floral and gift packaging with metallic finish and crisp embossed patterns. 100% recyclable. For florists and gift packaging applications.
• VISTALENE™ Film Rolls Clear cello film rolls made from OPP and BOPP materials for polishing presentation of flowers, bouquets, fruit, and gift baskets with exceptional clarity, strength, and smooth finish.
• Petal White Floral Wedding Boxes White two-piece floral boxes with lids designed for securing wedding floral arrangements during transport, featuring sturdy construction with secure lid fastening. For event planners and florists.
• White Two Piece Floral Boxes with Lid Petal White two-piece flower boxes for long stem roses, flower arrangements and dozen rose bouquets with lid for secure transport. For florists and event floral.
• Two Piece Corsage and Boutonniere Floral Boxes White two-piece boxes specifically designed for corsages and boutonnieres, ideal for proms, dances, weddings and special events. For event planners and florists.
• Automatic Pop-up Petal White Floral Boxes White boxes that ship flat and pop up automatically to save time when finishing orders, available in multiple sizes for boutonnieres, corsages, floral arrangements, and dozen rose bouquets. For high-volume floral operations.
• White Corrugated Floral Delivery Boxes and Trays White corrugated boxes and delivery trays for transporting flowers, plants, and floral arrangements. Designed for florists, garden centers, greenhouses, and grocery stores.
• Kraft Cardboard Floral Delivery Trays Kraft corrugated box and delivery trays for floral arrangements, plants, and more, made from 32ECT C-flute corrugated kraft board.
• Petal White Waxed End-Lock Floral Delivery Trays Waxed end-lock floral delivery trays with white wax coating providing moisture protection and elegant presentation for flowers and plants during transport and delivery.
• Automatic Pop-up Cardboard Vase Holders Automatic pop-up vase holders that ship flat and pop up automatically, available in regular and heavy weight versions in multiple sizes for securing vase arrangements during transport.
• Heavy Weight Automatic Pop-up Vase Holder Box Heavy weight automatic pop-up vase holder boxes for securing floral arrangements and delicate vases during transport, made from 30 point clear coat newsback board.
• Large Heavy Weight Automatic Pop-up Vase Holder Box Large automatic pop-up vase holder boxes with heavy weight construction for 8-12 inch vases, made from 30 point news back clay coat board.
• Pyramid Cardboard Vase Holders - White White pyramid cardboard box vase holders with scored lines for easy folding, fitting 7-10 inch vases. Available in plain white or with English Ivy imprint.
• Pyramid Cardboard Vase Holders - Kraft Kraft pyramid cardboard box vase holders designed to keep flower arrangements safe, with scored lines for easy folding.
• Pyramid Cardboard Vase Holder Box - English Ivy White pyramid cardboard box vase holder with English Ivy vine imprint, adjusting to fit 7-10 inch vases. Exclusive to Pilgrim Packaging.
• Mini Pyramid Packer Cardboard Vase Holder Mini pyramid cardboard box vase holder for keeping flower arrangements safe and convenient for delivery, adjusting to fit most bud vases and smaller vases.
• Mini Pyramid Cardboard Box Vase Holders in White White mini pyramid cardboard box vase holder with scored lines for easy folding, adjusting to fit most bud vases.
• Corrugated Box Floral Vase Holder Quick and easy to fold holder corrugated box that doesn't require tape or staples, for 6-10 inch floral vase arrangements. Available in Black/Kraft and White/Kraft reversible options.
• Large Adjustable PackAll Vase Holder Box Adjustable PackAll vase holder box that transforms into 8 different configurations, available uncoated or with water-resistant paraffin wax or Michelman coatings.
• Medium Adjustable PackAll Vase Holder Box Medium sized adjustable PackAll vase holder box with multiple configuration options, uncoated or with water-resistant coatings.
• Corsage and Boutonniere Bags Clear poly bags for protecting boutonnieres and corsages during transport to proms, dances, weddings and special events. Made from 1.25mil Clear Polyethylene.
• Heavy Weight Corsage and Boutonniere Bags Heavyweight clear poly bags for enhanced protection of boutonnieres and corsages, made from 1.5mil Clear Polypropylene.
• Clear Poly Floral Arrangement Bags Clear poly floral arrangement bags in multiple sizes for protecting flowers and plants from outside elements during transport.
• Arrangement Bag Rolls Clear floral arrangement bags on rolls in multiple sizes for high-volume packaging operations.
• Clear Floral Tote Bag with Handle Clear tote bags with sturdy handles for carrying floral arrangements and centerpieces, with cardboard bottom for stability. Available in Small, Medium, and Large sizes.
• Floral Tote Bag Inserts 34 pt. White Chipboard inserts designed to fit inside tote bags to secure floral arrangements or plants during delivery or carry out.
• ShowCase Poly Sleeves for Potted Plants Clear poly sleeves for protecting floral arrangements and potted plants during colder months. Available in White Back, Clear, and Jumbo Clear versions.
• White Backed Single Stem Sleeve White back single stem sleeve for protecting single roses from harsh weather conditions. Made from 1.3mil LDPE.
• Clear Small Bouquet Sleeve Clear small bouquet sleeve for roses, ideal for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, anniversaries and more. Made from 1.2mil CPP.
• Floral Bud Clear Poly Vase Sleeves Clear poly floral showcase sleeves for protecting bud vases and providing weather protection. Available with Clear, White, or Silver backs.
• Standard Uncoated Kraft Paper Standard uncoated kraft brown roll paper for floral arrangements, delivery and shipping finishes, available in 40lb and 50lb basis weights.
• Deluxe Kraft Paper Deluxe paper with subtle coating that adds wet strength and durability without sacrificing flexibility, designed for fresh floral handling with moisture and tear resistance.
• White Tissue Paper White unwaxed tissue paper for protecting and presenting delicate items, ideal for filling gift boxes, cushioning fragile products, and adding professional finish to retail packaging.
• Utility Newsprint Shipping Paper Sheets Gray utility paper sheets for padding and protecting items during shipping and storage, ideal for filling empty space in boxes and cushioning contents.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products are guaranteed to be defect free; defective items are replaced at no cost

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

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Feature4 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Chrysal: Global supplier of floral care products (flower food, conditioning, postharvest treatments) sold into the floral supply chain. Comparable to Pilgrim as an upstream branded supplier of florist-specific consumables distributed through wholesale channels.
• Smithers-Oasis Company: Manufacturer of the OASIS brand of floral foam, postharvest products, and floral design supplies. Comparable as a branded manufacturer selling proprietary floral products through wholesale and floral-supply channels to the same end customers (florists, event planners).
• FloraCraft: Manufacturer and supplier of foam-based floral and craft products, including arrangements and design supplies. Comparable to Pilgrim as a US-based branded manufacturer selling into the florist and craft channels through wholesale distribution.
• Syndicate Sales: One of the largest US wholesale distributors of floral supplies and hard goods, serving florists through a national distribution network. Directly comparable to Pilgrim Packaging on wholesale-only B2B model, US geographic scope, and floral customer base, though with a broader non-packaging assortment.

Broad incumbents

• 1-800-Flowers.com: Multi-brand online retailer of flowers, gifts, and plants with proprietary fulfillment. Comparable to Pilgrim as a high-volume purchaser of floral packaging consumables, but a downstream retail/gifting operator rather than a packaging manufacturer.
• Sealed Air Corporation: Large public packaging manufacturer with protective and food packaging portfolios. Comparable to Pilgrim on packaging-product overlap (films, protective wraps) but operates at vastly larger scale across many end markets rather than specializing in floral.
• Teleflora: Floral wire service network connecting consumers to local florists. Comparable to Pilgrim on the floral end-customer side — Teleflora-affiliated florists purchase packaging supplies — but operates a very different service/intermediation business model.
• FTD: Floral delivery network aggregating consumer orders routed to partner florists. Comparable to Pilgrim as a large-scale participant in the US floral value chain whose member florists are downstream packaging buyers, but a very different business model.
• Koch Industries: Diversified conglomerate with significant corrugated and protective packaging operations. Comparable to Pilgrim on packaging substrate and manufacturing know-how, though Koch serves a much broader set of end markets at industrial scale.

Others

• Ball Horticultural Company: Producer and distributor of flower seeds, plugs, and plants sold to greenhouse and grower customers. Comparable to Pilgrim as a supplier into the same US floral supply chain (greenhouses and growers), but focused on live goods rather than packaging.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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