Ferns N Petals Sets the Stage for New Growth with a $40 Million Capital Surge

Updated: November 05, 2025 16:25

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Ferns N Petals, India’s leading gifting platform backed by Lighthouse Funds, is planning a fresh capital raise of $40 million to boost expansion and technological enhancements. The company has appointed a banker to manage the fundraise, underscoring its strategy to strengthen market leadership and scale operations globally.

India’s largest gifting platform, Ferns N Petals Pvt Ltd (FnP), supported by Lighthouse India Fund III’s prior $27 million investment, is gearing up for a fresh fundraising round to the tune of $40 million. This capital infusion aims to fuel growth initiatives including system upgrades, logistical improvements, and international expansion.

Founded originally as a single flower store in Delhi, FnP has evolved into a dominant presence in India’s gifting market offering over 40,000 product SKUs such as flowers, cakes, chocolates, plants, and personalized merchandise. Its vast franchise network of more than 400 stores covers 99% of Indian pin codes with a promise of 24-hour delivery for most orders.

The fresh fundraise reflects FnP’s intent to capitalize on India’s underpenetrated online gifting segment, backed by rapid digital adoption. The company also plans to strengthen its footprint in international markets including UAE, Singapore, Qatar, and has ambitions to enter Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and the UK.

Lighthouse Funds’ involvement brings deep consumer insights and operational expertise to FnP’s leadership, complementing the firm’s focus on driving curated customer experiences and ensuring superior service quality in a nuanced gifting category.

FnP’s seasoned management team is focused on blending technology, supply chain excellence, and brand recall to capture a larger market share in both the domestic and overseas markets. This planned capital raise and banker appointment highlight the company’s committed roadmap for sustained expansion and innovation.

Key Highlights:

Ferns N Petals plans to raise $40 million in fresh capital to accelerate growth and technology upgrades.
Lighthouse India Fund III previously invested $27 million in FnP, backing its dominant market position.
FnP operates 400+ franchise stores covering 99% of Indian postal codes with 24-hour delivery.
Extensive product portfolio includes flowers, cakes, plants, chocolates, and personalization options.
International presence in UAE, Singapore, Qatar, expanding to Middle East and Southeast Asian markets.
Fundraise banker appointed to efficiently manage capital infusion and investor engagement.
Online gifting remains highly fragmented with significant untapped growth potential in India.
Focus on enhancing customer experience, supply chain efficiency, and digital platform robustness.

Sources: Lighthouse Funds, Business Standard, Times of India, India Empire, VCCircle, PTI

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