Emilia Costa is a farmer florist based in Putnam Valley, New York. She runs Heirloom Fresh Flowers, a flower farm and floral design studio, in close collaboration with her father, crop scientist and wheat breeder, Dr. José M. Costa. Originally from Argentina, Emilia has a family heritage in agriculture going back several generations, and a passion for gardening. Before becoming a small business owner, she spent 14 years working in media and marketing for publishers including Vevo, SPIN and NPR.org.

photo is by Stephanie Lozano