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The Best Online Flower Delivery Service

By Hannah Morrill and Mari Uyehara

Don’t underestimate the ability of flowers to turn someone’s day around.

Whether you’re sending a bouquet to mark a holiday, celebrate a milestone, or make nice after an argument, we recommend The Bouqs Company as the best flower delivery service.

We tested more than a dozen such services, and The Bouqs Company’s stylish arrangements were the most beautiful, the freshest, the best packaged, and the easiest to order.

How we picked and tested

We tested services that offer a nice variety of arrangement sizes and styles, and we docked points for wilting or damaged blooms and too much filler.

We prioritized services with clean, modern websites that were easy to navigate.

We looked for services that delivered on most days of the week and could fulfill same- or next-day shipments.

We preferred flowers that arrived well packaged, whether they were in a vase or a nice box.

The research

Our pick: the bouqs company, budget pick: costco, also great: teleflora, why you should trust us, how to keep flowers fresh, the competition, frequently asked questions.

The Bouqs Company

The best online flower delivery service.

Of all the services we tried, The Bouqs Company delivered the prettiest and longest-lasting arrangements. It isn’t the cheapest we found, but the reliable and intuitive website allows the most customization of price, delivery speed, and aesthetics.

Buying Options

Every aspect of The Bouqs Company experience was a pleasure, but what cinched our recommendation was the fresh, eye-popping array of lush blooms, which lasted longer than any other bouquet we received. Its arrangements are big and colorful, and they’re loaded with lovely, unique blooms and botanical stems, not common grocery-store stems and artless filler as in many other bouquets we tried.

We ordered the Deluxe size of the Sugar Rush , a midsize arrangement that the website indicated was the most popular, delivered to multiple cities. The resulting 24-stem selection arrived in a single box, snugly split into two generous bouquets. Each individual bundle was so breathtakingly impressive, though, that we actually thought a mistake had been made in shipping and that we’d gotten two bouquets instead of one.

The arrangements are flawless. Usually, a few bruised buds or wilted stems is an unfortunate, if inevitable, part of receiving a flower delivery from a national chain, but our arrangements from The Bouqs Company were flawless and startlingly consistent. When the bouquet arrived at our Long Island City, New York, photo studio, our photo team was unanimous in guessing—without knowing where it had come from—that it was our new top pick.

The flowers lasted the longest. Rather than relying on wispy or nondescript filler like baby’s breath or leatherleaf fern, The Bouqs Company arrangement was finished with long-lasting, textural stems such as green hypericum berries and yellow craspedia baubles. After a full seven days of enjoying our bouquet, we stopped tracking its longevity, removing a passed stem here and there to keep things fresh for even longer.

They’re easy to order. The Bouqs Company’s website is more modern, accurate, and customizable than that of any other service we tested. It offers helpful and intuitive filtering at every step of the process, allowing shoppers to view options by price, flower, occasion, or color combinations at multiple stages. Most of the arrangements from The Bouqs Company are available in three sizes; the smallest and most affordable selections start around $55. It also offers a drop-down menu for delivery speed—no rush, next day, or same day—a significant point of difference from any of our other top contenders.

The service is exceptionally consistent. The bouquet we received looked almost exactly like the pictures on the website, if not even more vibrant and opulent in person. And our West Coast recipient’s arrangement looked nearly identical to the two deliveries we ordered to the East Coast.

The flowers are more special than supermarket varieties. We found that many other sites, even good ones, opted for arrangements centered on widely available staples such as daylilies, sunflowers, and alstroemeria. There’s nothing wrong with any of those flowers, but more of the offerings from The Bouqs Company—with the exception of same-day options—felt special and unique. And even when the service uses ubiquitous flowers, it selects them in rare colors or groups them in unexpected pairings, creating a considered and expensive-feeling appeal.

Flaws but not dealbreakers

• The Bouqs Company’s same-day options are fulfilled by local florists, so the composition and quality of those bouquets are by nature inconsistent. The next-day options feature standard arrangements and guaranteed composition.
• Shipping is tacked on at checkout, so arrangements end up costing more than their sticker price. The quality is exceptional, though.
• FedEx is the exclusive shipping partner for The Bouqs Company, so any delays that FedEx experiences—be it from weather, holidays, or unforeseen events—affect delivery times. During the week of Thanksgiving, our tester received a lovely arrangement, but one day late and with no notification of such from The Bouqs Company.

Shipping: $14 to $25 Vase: $14 to $20; some arrangements include the vase in the base price

Budget pick

More affordable, not quite as attractive

Costco’s flower arrangements are not quite as stylish as those from other companies we tested, but the blooms were fresh and lasted about a week. The pricing ranks among the most affordable we found, and ordering is straightforward.

The floral arrangements from Costco aren’t as modern or stylish as those of The Bouqs Company, but they’re fresh and pretty, and since delivery is free, they’re about 30% cheaper than most. This service came recommended to us by several Wirecutter staffers who have sent Costco arrangements to their own loved ones. Costco ships its flowers via different carriers, depending on location, and it sometimes offers next-day delivery on certain bouquets.

We ordered the Get Well Wishes and Sunset Bliss floral arrangements, each of which cost about $50 and $55 respectively and included vases, for delivery to different cities.

The bouquets are simple and well done. The arrangements we received were pretty in a traditional way, and the quality of the blooms we received was up to standard, without browning or damaged flowers. Opening the cardboard box revealed the glass vase and bouquet secured in plastic wrap and zip ties, plus instructions on trimming the stems, adding plant food, and watering—perhaps not the festive experience of unwrapping a present, à la our top pick , but still satisfying.

The service is straightforward. The page that lists the available arrangements is about as stylish as the rest of Costco’s website (which is to say, not at all), but it’s easy enough to navigate: From the main Floral page you can click categories such as Roses, Bouquets, Vase Arrangements, and Weddings & Event Flowers. From there you can filter for price, color, flower type, and delivery preference.

They’re affordably priced. Generally, Costco’s pricing for flower arrangements is roughly 30% lower than that of most other services we considered, and in contrast to many competitors, it usually includes shipping. Though you don’t need a membership to order flowers from Costco, nonmembers pay a 5% surcharge, which we consider nominal.

• Costco doesn’t deliver Saturday through Monday, so it isn’t a great choice for last-minute or weekend flower needs.
• All the bouquets we received were pleasing, but they didn’t always match the photo on the website.
• Some arrangements have cheesy details such as garish colored vases or vessels that are laughably out of scale. The flowers themselves, though, are always pretty.

Shipping: free Vase: included

For flowers in a hurry

These bouquets are classically pretty, and the site is easy enough to navigate. Unlike our other picks, Teleflora pulls from a network of local florists, so it can deliver excellent flowers same-day.

Teleflora uses local florists to fulfill flower orders. But unlike BloomNation (a service we tested that works exclusively with local shops), it does not allow you to select the supplying florist when ordering, and the photos of the arrangements are supplied by Teleflora, not the individual florist. Still, thanks to that model, Teleflora is able to deliver a large selection of flowers the same day you order them, by hand—something that not many companies can accomplish.

In our first round of testing, the Blush Rush bouquet we ordered for about $50 was beautiful, and all of the flowers and filler smelled and looked great for a week. In 2022, we tried the Citrus Kissed arrangement for about $65 and found the experience similar, if not even more impressive.

It uses a network of local florists. In 2022, the Citrus Kissed bouquet that our Portland, Maine–based staffer received came via the fanciest florist in town and looked downright expensive, swapping the baby’s breath pictured online for drapey fronds and adding in pert tulips and chrysanthemums. It was a vote of confidence in favor of the network of trusted, upscale vendors that Teleflora uses in less-familiar cities.

The website is easy to use. Teleflora’s site isn’t as streamlined or sophisticated as The Bouqs Company’s, but we still found it easy to navigate, as it allows you to search by occasion, color, or flower type. Many of the arrangements are very pretty, though their names may make you laugh while ordering; some favorites of ours include the Hey Gorgeous bouquet of 24 lavender roses and the My Little Chickadee arrangement, which comes in a yellow, chick-themed vase.

The service delivers by hand same-day. As online services go, the ability to sign on in the morning you remember you need to send flowers and have them arrive at your recipient’s address that afternoon is pretty impressive. Using local vendors also means that the flowers have less distance to travel and aren’t getting jostled, bruised, jammed in boxes, or left on the stoop for days.

• The up-front pricing is somewhat misleading. A $65 bouquet we ordered, for example, ended up costing about $86 after taxes, shipping, and service fees. We were still delighted with the value overall.
• Hand-delivery is inconvenient for some recipients, such as people who work away from home or live in buildings without door attendants. Ideally, you should ship to an address where your giftee can accept the bouquet easily.
• Bouquets assembled by local florists range in aesthetics and quality. Our testers across the country were universally pleased with their arrangements, but we can’t vouch for the quality of the results in every city.
• One bouquet arrived a day late with no notification from Teleflora; customer service was prompt to issue a full refund.

Shipping: free, though service and handling fees are about $20; guaranteed delivery before 1 p.m. adds $15

Vase: included

A few members of Wirecutter’s style team pitched in on the arduous task of receiving and reviewing flower arrangements for this guide. We’re a diverse and picky bunch, with editors on both coasts, as well as more than three decades of collective magazine and digital-media experience. Our editors and writers have had stints at Martha Stewart and Architectural Digest, among other publications, and one of us wrote a James Beard Award –winning dining column. Professionally, we’ve seen a lot of pretty flowers, and in our roles, we’ve developed a finely honed sensibility regarding beauty and value.

After combing the internet for flower delivery services, reading dozens of reviews, and polling Wirecutter staffers on the companies they use, we identified 14 of the most popular online services. We then ordered bouquets for delivery to our Long Island City, New York, office from eight vendors, assessing delivery times, ease of using the website, packaging, style, and the freshness, longevity, and beauty of the arrangements.

We noted how fresh the flowers were on arrival, and we watched how they aged over time in bright, indirect light and with the use of any included plant food. In addition, we compared the arrangements against their online photos. After determining our favorites, we then tested them further by ordering bouquets for staffers in three different cities across the country, and we asked those recipients to assess their bouquets using the same criteria. After our original 2020 testing, we reordered our top picks, in addition to retesting other services, two years later.

One caveat: We found that the quality of the individual arrangements tended to vary based on location and season. Although we tested our picks in multiple cities, the process of cutting, arranging, and transporting affects every bouquet differently. Your experience may differ from ours.

A beautiful bouquet of flowers that starts to wither and wilt after only a few days of enjoyment is one of the most disappointing things. For tips on how to save yours from such a tragic fate, we consulted Nicole Cavender, director of The Huntington Botanical Gardens in Los Angeles.

Trim the stems: When you first receive the bouquet, trim all the stems at least 0.5 inch and repeat the trim every two or three days. Doing so “exposes fresh tissue that takes up the water much more efficiently,” said Cavender. Cutting the stems at a diagonal angle creates even more surface area for absorption.

Change the water: To avoid bacterial growth, Cavender said, you should change the bouquet’s water every two or three days—you can do this when you pull the flowers out for their trim—using lukewarm water. (Not only does the growth clog stems and prevent them from adequately absorbing water, but it can also make the whole bouquet smell bad.)

Remember that location is everything: Cut flowers last longer at cool temperatures, so keep them away from direct sunlight and heat. Cavender also warned that you should keep flowers away from ripening fruit, such as apples, as they “can potentially release ethylene gas, which can decrease the longevity of the flowers.”

Feed them: Many bouquets come with flower-food packets, which assist in their longevity and blooming process; most of these packets include a carbohydrate and a bactericide. If your bouquet doesn’t have a packet, you can make your own with this recipe from Cavender: Mix 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon bleach, and 2 teaspoons lemon or lime juice into a quart of water. Add it to your vase, and voilà—freshly fed flowers.

For several years UrbanStems was our top pick, delivering reliable and consistent blooms for a fair price. But when we retested the service, we had a different experience, receiving a rose bouquet with brownish edges, flopping petals, and uninspired filler. Plus, the company recently added a shipping fee of $15 to $20, and its quality no longer justifies the total cost.

Benchmark Bouquets , with fresh blooms and beautiful arrangements, was our previous budget pick. But we can no longer buy from it reliably, as the service has suffered from both shipping and stock issues.

BloomNation is the only company that allows you to pick which local florist you’d like to use and shows you photos supplied by the actual florist creating the arrangement. But the arrangement we received started to wilt and wither at the edges after about four days, and the pricing was not as clear up front in comparison with other services.

The Light of My Life bouquet that we received from FTD (which, like Teleflora, partners with local florists to source flowers) was beautiful, but some of the lilies were slightly damaged. The leatherleaf fern filler felt pedestrian.

Everything about the bouquet we tried from 1-800-Flowers.com felt dated and boring. The website was a turnoff. And though our arrangement was pretty enough, it barely resembled the listing online and wasn’t as interesting as those from any of our picks.

For just under $100 (including $25 shipping), Farmgirl Flowers’s Fun Size Burlap Wrapped Bouquet was disappointing. Not only was that price nearly double what we paid for some other flower arrangements we tested and preferred, but many of the blooms also arrived looking tired and brown, and a Friday delivery barely survived the weekend.

This article was edited by Hannah Morrill and Jennifer Hunter.

What is the longest-lasting flower?

You can take a few steps to extend the life of your bouquet (see our tips ), but some flower types just naturally last longer than others. According to Amy Merrick , a florist and author of On Flowers: Lessons from an Accidental Florist , carnations are a particularly abiding bloom that “can last a month in a vase if the water is kept clean and the stems are trimmed often.”

The botanical experts at The Huntington Botanical Gardens in Los Angeles recommend chrysanthemums, lilies, ranunculus, and zinnias as options that stay in relatively good condition for two to three weeks. After that, you can fashion them into potpourri or a dried display .

Which flowers are safe for pets?

Cats and dogs have a tendency to eat things they’re not supposed to, including flower arrangements. “Many flowers are toxic to both pets and humans, but it is generally quite rare for them to be deadly,” said Merrick. “Mostly they will make an animal sick.” She mentioned foxgloves and lilies as common culprits, and the ASPCA has a longer list of flowers and plants you may want to avoid in the home. Some pets can have a few nibbles without any adverse reaction, but the ASPCA advises that if your pet is experiencing lethargy, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, or nausea, you should call your vet immediately.

Though these occurrences are rare, if you are concerned that Fluffy will get to your bouquet even on the highest shelf, you can try many beautiful varieties that are considered nontoxic to pets, including orchids. (See the ASPCA’s full list .) If you want to eliminate the guesswork, UrbanStems has an entire section of pet-friendly flowers and plants . So does The Sill , one of our favorite sites for buying plants.

Remember that any plant material—even if it’s nontoxic—might still make an animal sick, so do your best to minimize their munching.

Which flowers are best for people with allergies?

If you know that your gift recipient has springtime allergies, seek out flowers that are low pollen spreaders. Orchids, azaleas, begonias, cacti, succulents, camellias, hibiscus, hydrangeas, irises, and roses are the best options, according to the botanical staff at The Huntington.

It’s best to avoid high-pollen varieties such as chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers, dahlias, and lilies. And steer clear of ornamental grasses and tree branches such as dogwood and oak, which can also be problematic for those with allergies; the pollen they produce is fine, so it’s easily airborne and respirable when agitated by wind (or an ambitious air-conditioning unit).

Nicole Cavender, director of The Huntington Botanical Gardens , email interview , April 7, 2022

Amy Merrick, florist and author of On Flowers: Lessons from an Accidental Florist , email interview , April 1, 2022

Meet your guides

Hannah Morrill

Hannah Morrill is an editor on Wirecutter’s style team, spearheading the gifts and beauty sections. For the past decade, she has worked as a freelance writer and editor for publications such as Allure, Elle, and InStyle, among others. She lives in Portland, Maine, with her partner and their two children.

Mari Uyehara

Mari Uyehara is a staff writer for Wirecutter’s gifts team. She was previously an editor at GQ, Saveur, and Vice, and she won a 2019 James Beard Award for her column on American cooking in Taste. The daughter of a potter, she has long been a believer in the power of a well-made thing.

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Best Flower Delivery Services of 2024

Flower delivery services allow you to send your love, congratulations, condolences, or general well-wishes to friends and family. Whether they’re across town or across the country, you can have a beautiful flower arrangement at someone’s door in a matter of hours.

To truly brighten someone’s day, select a flower delivery service that delivers fresh, long-lasting blooms, on time. Since there are so many options available, we researched the best flower delivery services for every need and budget.

Table of Contents

• The Best Flower Delivery Services
• Things To Consider When Buying
• How We Chose

Farmgirl Flowers  »

Expert recommended

Garden gathered look

Has a Free Ship Shop

Vases included with some arrangements

Offers bulk flowers

Not all addresses are eligible for Saturday delivery

Doesn’t ship internationally, or to Alaska or Hawaii

When it comes to the best flower delivery services, Farmgirl Flowers checks all the boxes. The company offers beautiful designs using an assortment of familiar as well as unique blooms that look as though they’re straight from the garden. Whether you’re looking for cheerful tulips, bright sunflowers, or a unique mixed bouquet, there are dozens of arrangements to suit every style and occasion. You can also choose whether you’d like your flowers delivered in a vase or an upcycled, compostable burlap sack that once held coffee beans. Farmgirl Flowers offers stems in bulk that are perfect for DIY showers, weddings, and events.

Farmgirl Flowers is recommended by experts. Keely Smith, Lead Interior Designer for J.D. Elite Interiors, incorporates fresh flowers into almost all of her projects and lists Farmgirl Flowers as one of her go-to flower delivery services. She appreciates its charming, burlap-wrapped bouquets (many of which come from American farms), and its proven track record of delivering beautiful, high-quality arrangements.

Large selection of fresh flowers starting at under $10

Free one or two-day Prime shipping

Same-day shipping available

Delivery for flowers from Whole Foods isn’t free

Bouquets may not always match product images in terms of blooms and fullness

Looking to send flowers quickly without paying hefty delivery fees? You’re in luck. Depending on where you’re sending, Amazon offers a huge selection of fresh flowers that can be delivered same-day, next-day, or in two days with Prime shipping. If you shop through Whole Foods Market , you can find bouquets for as little as $6. A dozen roses will only set you back $15 and can be delivered within two hours. Don’t have Whole Foods Market delivery in your area? A quick search for “fresh flowers” will yield hundreds of results that you can filter by delivery, customer reviews, price, and occasion.

1-800-Flowers  »

Dozens of bouquets available for same-day shipping

Generous cutoff time of 3 p.m. for same-day orders

Low additional fee for same-day shipping

Orders can be placed online or over the phone

Shipping is not free

Additional fees for expedited or Saturday deliveries

Bouquets available depends on the recipient’s zip code

If you need to send flowers today , then 1-800-Flowers is your best bet. You’ll find upwards of 100 bouquets available for same-day shipping starting as low as $40. And unlike other flower delivery services, which can require you to order by or before 2:00 p.m. for same-day delivery, 1-800-Flowers offers a generous cutoff time of 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays.

With almost 200 options to choose from, 1-800-Flowers makes it easy to shop for the perfect arrangement. It has a user-friendly drop-down menu that allows you to search by flower type, occasion, and best-sellers. And once you select the perfect bouquet, you can choose the size or number of stems you’d like to send. Add a special gift to be included with your order if you choose, such as gourmet snacks or a festive candle.

Delivers to over 100 countries

Has a coupon page as well as a $60 and under page to help you save on regular orders

Offers same-day delivery to most parts of the country

Huge selection of arrangements and gifts for every occasion

Doesn’t offer many tropical or unique flower options

Very few customization options

Finding a flower delivery service that delivers flowers abroad can be challenging, but FTD has an entire web page dedicated to international flower delivery. You can send flowers to over 100 countries, and each country has its own unique selection of arrangements that will be delivered by local florists in that country. In most instances, international deliveries can be made the next business day as long as the order is placed before 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

If you’re shopping domestically, bouquets start as low as $40, and FTD makes it easy to save money. The company has a dedicated coupon page, a membership program that gives you free shipping on all orders for one year, and it’s a flower delivery partner of AARP. AARP members save 25% off sitewide and 30% off the choice collection. Simply enter your AARP member ID at checkout when you shop through FTD’s AARP member benefits page.

Bouquet Box  »

Includes everything you need to create a gorgeous arrangement

Freshly picked flowers shipped from farms

Subscription available

Limited delivery windows

No international shipping

The best way to ensure a custom flower arrangement is to head to your local florist, who will work with you on designing exactly what you want. But not everyone has time for that. Enter: Bouquet Box. Bouquet Box offers farm-to-table flowers which arrive as a deconstructed arrangement that you or your recipient use to create a stunning bouquet.

Flowers arrive in a kit that includes the exact number of stems needed to create a lush bouquet, a reusable vase and grid lid, bag of tools, a photo how-to card, and access to video tutorials that will walk you through the steps to create your arrangement. Flowers are cut, boxed, and shipped straight from the farm, ensuring they’ll arrive at peak freshness. A different bouquet is offered each month, and you can put it together according to the instructions or make it entirely your own. They’re all gorgeous, so deciding which month to order can be difficult. Luckily, Bouquet Box offers a subscription service so you can receive a bouquet every one, two, or three months.

BloomsyBox  »

Flexible subscription options with free shipping

Pet-safe subscriptions available

Never receive the same bouquet twice

Vase not included

You cannot personalize your subscription

Entering into a subscription can be nerve-wracking. No one wants to be stuck paying for something that isn’t top quality or get the runaround when they want to cancel. With BloomsyBox, you won’t have any of those issues. BloomsyBox offers a variety of subscriptions delivered weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Decide on the frequency of your subscription and select the types of flowers you’d like to receive. Choose from original, deluxe, or premium bouquets or one of the company’s specialty arrangements which include bouquets inspired by the New York Botanical Garden, tropical bouquets, roses, and pet-safe bouquets. There’s even a plant subscription.

BloomsyBox guarantees your flowers will arrive fresh and last at least seven days. Marisa Hillman, the writer of this article, has been the recipient of multiple BloomsyBox bouquets including peony tulips . She found the quality of the flowers, which often arrive in bud form, to be consistently good. And with frequent water changes, she has never had a BloomsyBox bouquet last less than two weeks.

You’ll never receive the same bouquet twice, so you’re unlikely to grow tired of your BloomsyBox deliveries. But if you ever need to skip or pause your subscription, simply reach out to the company’s customer service team to help, and you won’t be charged for the months you skip. You can cancel at any time by logging into your account and choosing the “Cancel Subscription” option before your next billing date.

Flowers shipped directly from eco-friendly

Carbon neutral deliveries

Donates and upcycles flowers each month

Affordable bouquets and low delivery fees

Does not ship to Alaska or Hawaii

Cannot guarantee specific delivery dates

Express shipping options are limited and often sold out

Did you ever wonder what happens to all of those stunning floral arrangements you see at weddings and parties? Sadly, many of them are tossed immediately after the event ends. Two sisters decided to change that by starting a company that upcycles flowers from events. When Covid hit, events were canceled and ReVased looked for new ways to reduce waste in the flower industry by donating floral arrangements to non-profit organizations and repurposing florals for textiles. The company is committed to sustainable sourcing, farm-direct shipping, and offsetting emissions to make its shipping carbon-neutral.

When you select a flower arrangement from ReVased, you can choose from three different sizes: classic, lux, and premier. And with many of the premier bouquets (which contain up to 40 stems) costing under $100, we found ReVased to be a rather affordable flower delivery service.

Grace Rose Farm  »

Offers garden roses in over a dozen colors

Easy to shop by color, event, or favorites

Roses are shipped directly from the farm

Same-day shipping not available

High shipping fees

When it comes to fresh flowers that are as fragrant as they are beautiful, there’s nothing quite like roses. Grace Rose Farm started out as a small, family farm. It’s grown quite a bit and now sources roses from its California farms as well as Colombia, but still pays close attention to detail. Roses are hand-picked and shipped directly from the farm. They’ll arrive as semi-bloomed buds and may take up to four days to fully open, which means you’ll get to enjoy them even longer. Just how long? Several reviewers say their roses lasted three weeks.

There are so many gorgeous roses that choosing a bouquet can feel like a daunting task. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to narrow down your selection. You can shop for the most fragrant or most popular roses, or shop by color. Still can’t decide? Try the bouquet of the week or bouquet of the month. And if that doesn’t help, leave it up to the professionals and order a grower’s choice bouquet. Rest assured that whatever bouquet shows up at your door will be absolutely gorgeous.

Venus et Fleur  »

Preserved flowers last at least one year

Offers roses and mixed flowers

Custom arrangements available

Hat box or vase included

Non-toxic preservation process

Very expensive

Flowers are fragile and can be easily damaged

From the stunning, full arrangements to the sophisticated hat boxes and elegant porcelain or stone vases, everything about Venus et Fleur whispers luxury. But these aren’t just any flowers. Venus et Fleur’s flowers are fresh flowers that have been hand-picked while in peak bloom, dehydrated, preserved, and dyed before being meticulously arranged in a box or vase. That means your recipient will never have to water them or worry about whether or not they’re getting enough sunlight. In fact, placing these flowers in direct sunlight can damage the structure and color.

There are countless stunning arrangements to choose from. Opt for a single rose or a grandiose display of over 250 preserved roses. And if you really want to make a statement, you can design your own arrangement. If your recipient prefers something other than roses, beautiful arrangements feature hydrangeas, calla lilies, orchids, dahlias, dianthus, and craspedias that your recipient will be thrilled to display. And while these arrangements can set you back hundreds of dollars, they’ll last a year or longer. If you ask us, that makes them a worthwhile purchase.

Poppy Flowers  »

Full-service wedding florist

Works with vetted floral experts local to your venue

All-in pricing includes flowers, white glove delivery, and installation

Dedicated floral consultant and floral manager

No DIY options for wedding flowers

Florists not currently available in all 50 states

It’s said that wedding flowers typically take up around 10% of a total wedding budget . In other words, if your total wedding budget is $50,000, you should expect to spend at least $5,000 on wedding flowers. That is, unless you buy your wedding flowers online.

Poppy is a full-service wedding florist that covers everything from design to delivery. First, create an account and start looking at color palettes, arrangements, bouquets, and other floral decor. You’ll be treated to a free consultation with a Floral Consultant who walks you through the entire process. Then secure your date with a nominal, $250 deposit. You also have the option of paying a larger deposit ($1,250) and receiving 5% off your order. As your wedding gets closer, you’ll be introduced to your Floral Manager who will oversee logistics and work closely with your local Floral Designer. Your floral designer will be the one who delivers and installs your flowers at your venue on the big day. The cost of your flowers, delivery, and installation is included in your package price, so you don’t have to worry about paying multiple vendors.

Flower availability varies depending on the season, but Poppy offers a wide variety of styles and color palettes to suit every couple.

The Bouqs Co.  »

Diverse, farm-fresh flowers

Eco-friendly practices

Next-day shipping available Tuesday-Saturday

Doesn’t ship internationally

Same-day shipping is available in select cities only

Vases aren’t included with most arrangements

If you’re looking for a bouquet that’s as unique as your recipient, then head over to The Bouqs Co. and select the Unique Stems search option. You’ll find over 30 bouquets containing unique or exotic stems including David Austin Roses, eye-catching anemones, and tropical ginger flowers. You’ll even find bouquets like the aptly named Showstopper which contain succulents that your recipient can replant and enjoy for years to come. And speaking of flowers that last, Smith frequently orders from The Bouqs, noting, “Their arrangements are always stunning and last a remarkably long time.”

Flowers arrive neatly packaged in a recyclable Bouqs box and don’t come in a vase unless otherwise noted. However, you may add a vase or mason jar to your order for an additional fee. Your flowers may also arrive in bud form. In that case, the bouquet may not look exactly like the photo online, but don’t worry. They’ll open up within two or three days and are sure to delight your recipient.

UrbanStems  »

Corporate and realtor gifting programs

Tiered discounting program and flat-rate shipping

Sleek, modern designs

Same-day delivery is only available in select cities

Does not ship internationally

When it comes to the best flower delivery services, UrbanStems checks all the boxes. The company offers on-trend designs using a variety of unique blooms that are responsibly sourced. Whether you’re looking to send clients a bold and bright showstopper or a subtle and sophisticated bouquet in muted hues, there are dozens of arrangements to suit every style and occasion.

UrbanStems has a corporate gifting program that offers a tiered discount program, discounted flat-rate shipping, and a dedicated care specialist to make sure everything goes smoothly. It also offers perks through its rewards program, such as free upgrades and add-ons.

UrbanStems is another flower delivery service that Smith relies on for her projects. She lists UrbanStems as one of her go-to flower delivery services due to its aesthetically pleasing designs, reliable delivery, and consistently excellent customer experiences. “The sleek, modern design of their bouquets really resonates with my aesthetic,” she says. “They offer a great selection of unique blooms and reliable same-day delivery in many cities.”

The Bottom Line

Sending a bouquet of fresh flowers is a sure way to brighten someone’s day. When deciding which flower delivery service to choose, consider your overall aesthetic, budget, and delivery options. The best flower delivery service will have flower arrangements that “wow” you and plenty of options within your budget. Bonus points if delivery is free or, at the very least, reasonably priced. You can’t go wrong with Farmgirl Flowers. This expert-recommended company offers unique, farm-fresh arrangements in beautiful color palettes. It even has several arrangements that ship for free.

Things To Consider When Buying Flower Delivery Services

Quality and freshness guarantee for flowers

Flowers are perishable by nature, but that doesn’t mean you should accept tired, wilted, or brown flowers. “Reading about post-purchase policies is important,” says Smith. “Some places offer guarantees if the flowers wilt sooner than expected.”

Indeed, we did come across a handful of flower delivery services that offer a freshness guarantee or 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are unhappy for any reason, simply contact customer service within the specified timeframe and the company may provide a refund or replacement.

Other companies do not offer guarantees, but if your flowers arrive damaged or in poor condition, they urge you to contact customer service. Be sure to contact customer service within the company’s specified timeframe, and be prepared to send photos as claims are often handled on a case-by-case basis.

Variety of floral arrangements and customization options

According to Smith, design elements like fresh flowers play an important role in elevating your space. “They add a special touch of life and vibrancy,” she says. So finding a flower delivery service offering a variety of arrangements that match your aesthetic is key.

Some flower delivery services specialize in modern and on-trend arrangements while others might focus on a more natural, garden-gathered look. And still, there are other flower delivery services that offer your average, run-of-the-mill bouquets that all start to look the same after a while.

We found that most flower delivery services offer little in the way of customization options. Some allow you to select the size of your bouquet, add a vase, or include a small gift such as chocolates or a candle, but the customization ends there for most. None of the delivery services we researched allow you to incorporate or leave out certain types of flowers. If you want a completely customized bouquet, your best bet is to visit your local florist who will work one-on-one with you.

Discounts, deals, and membership benefits

A beautiful flower arrangement isn’t cheap. To cut costs, many flower delivery services offer some type of membership or rewards program. These programs are free to join and allow you to accumulate points that you can redeem for things like discounts, free upgrades, add-ons, and free delivery. That being said, these programs offer the most benefits to frequent shoppers.

Other flower delivery services have special pages dedicated to flowers on sale, flowers that ship for free, or coupon pages that you can take advantage of.

Delivery options, including same-day and next-day service

“When it comes to delivery, reliability is king,” says Smith. “Opt for a service with a fast, estimated time of arrival, ideally before your event.”

If you’re the kind of person who likes to plan ahead, then you’ll be pleased to know that most flower delivery services allow you to select your preferred delivery date at or just before checkout.

On the other hand, if you’re someone who tends to wait until the last minute, you’re also in luck. Many flower delivery services offer same-day and next-day delivery options. However, be sure to read the details carefully. Some flower delivery services offer same-day or next-day delivery service, though it may be limited to certain cities and not available to all customers.

Pay attention to any additional surcharges that might be added for holiday or Saturday deliveries. Meanwhile, some services charge a fee for expedited shipping while others provide next-day delivery at no additional charge.

Geographic coverage and international delivery capabilities

Unlike your local florist, almost all of the flower delivery services on our list deliver nationwide. However, some companies do not deliver to Alaska or Hawaii.

If you want to send flowers to friends and families overseas, you’ll have to choose a flower delivery service that delivers outside of the U.S. Several of the companies on our list deliver internationally. Companies that partner with local florists overseas can even provide next-day shipping.

How We Chose the Best Flower Delivery Services

At U.S. News 360 Reviews, we know that what you see isn’t always what you get when ordering products and services online. When selecting the best flower delivery service, we relied on our own experiences and looked at myriad customer reviews to determine which companies deliver high-quality flowers that last. We spoke with Keely Smith, Lead Interior Designer for J.D. Elite Interiors , who incorporates fresh flowers into almost all her projects and has over a decade of experience with various flower delivery services. She shared her insight on the quality, sustainability, and reliability of various services. With all of this in mind, we narrowed down our search to the best flower delivery services.

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Marisa Hillman, the author of this piece, has been researching and writing stories in the commerce space since 2020. For U.S. News 360 Reviews, she’s covered a range of buyer’s guides including the best places to buy glasses , rugs , and curtains . As a longtime homeowner and mother of four, Hillman understands the importance of spending your money on quality items that make life easier and a little bit brighter.

Smith recommends looking for a flower delivery service that sources flowers directly from sustainable farms. Having flowers cut and shipped straight from the farm cuts out excess handling of the blooms which can cause them to wilt faster. Consider a flower delivery service that delivers flowers in bud form. Buds keep the petals safe and ensure flowers are at peak freshness. And since buds can take several days to fully open, you’ll have even more time to display your bouquet.

When your flowers arrive, trim ½ to 1-inch off the stems at a 45-degree angle. This allows the flowers to take up water. Most delivery services advise changing the water every two to three days to keep flowers hydrated and to prevent the buildup of bacteria. Smith also points out that keeping flowers in ideal conditions at home helps extend their lifespan. “Place them somewhere relatively cool away from direct light and heat sources,” she says.

When shopping for flowers online, you’ll find a number of flower delivery services that ship flowers directly from the farms where they are grown. This ensures your flowers are at their freshest, unlike grocery store bouquets which can sit for days and are often handled by numerous people. Buying flowers online also allows you to ship to friends and family across the country and, in some instances, around the world. Many flower delivery services also allow you to select the exact date you’d like your flowers to be delivered.

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The 12 Best Nationwide Flower Delivery to Send a Reminder of Your Love

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Ordering flowers online for delivery is as easy as shopping for groceries and they make a fantastic gift for any occasion, including Mother's Day. But while adding items to your cart is simple enough, flower delivery services differ greatly in quality, variety, and shipping capabilities. What works for you in New York City may not suffice if you’re trying to send an arrangement to your aunt in Hawaii.

Those on a strict budget can order from companies that offer free shipping or carry a nice selection of low-cost flowers. If a recurring subscription is what you’re after, several online florists feature customizable plans to fit your tastes. To help you find the best flower delivery service that suits your needs we reviewed more than 25 companies based on criteria ranging from budget to flower type .

The 12 Best Flower Delivery Services of 2024

• Best Overall: The Bouqs Co.
• Best Flower Subscription: BloomsyBox
• Best for Free Shipping: Enjoy Flowers
• Best Same-Day Delivery: 1-800-Flowers
• Best Search Filters: Teleflora
• Best Plant Delivery: From You Flowers
• Best Cheap Flower Delivery: Benchmark Bouquets
• Best Rose Bouquets: Global Rose
• Best Customer Service: Farmgirl Flowers
• Best Fresh Flower Delivery: Poppy Flowers
• Best DIY Flower Arrangements: It's By U
• Best Sustainable Flower Delivery: ReVased
• Our Top Picks
• The Bouqs Co.
• Enjoy Flowers
• 1-800-Flowers
• From You Flowers
• Benchmark Bouquets
• Global Rose

Farmgirl Flowers

• Poppy Flowers
• It's By U
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Final Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

Methodology, best overall : the bouqs co..

Save 20% off with code THESPRUCE at checkout.

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Large assortment of bouquets

Discount for first-time customers

Up to 30% off on subscription orders

Next-day delivery is available

Customer service can be reached seven days a week

Free shipping only applies to subscription orders

Same-day delivery is not available in all areas

The Bouqs Co. partners with eco-friendly growers to offer farm-direct flowers, resulting in quicker delivery and fresher blooms. Customers can choose from a wide variety of arrangements that include roses, lilies, tulips, ranunculuses, irises, and more—at any given time, you can browse between 85 and 95 bouquets, starting at $49.

Not only is The Bouqs Co. website aesthetically pleasing, but it’s also easy to navigate, grouping arrangements by occasion, flower type, and delivery time. If you’re looking for a more affordable bouquet, check out the “ under $50 ” section, which has a mix of flowers and plants. The company also offers a “ deal of the week ” arrangement every Wednesday that can be shipped immediately and is available at a discounted price. You can even schedule a flower delivery months in advance if you like to plan ahead. 

As for the company's subscription plans, customers choose the bouquet size and the delivery frequency (weekly, biweekly, monthly, or bimonthly). Plans range from $44 to $69 per shipment. 

Average price: $56 | Free shipping? Yes (only on subscription orders) | Nationwide delivery? Yes

Best Flower Subscription : BloomsyBox

Bloomsy Box

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Monthly, biweekly, and weekly options

Subscribers never receive the same bouquet more than once

One-time bouquets are also available

Only delivers Tuesday-Friday

Shipping costs extra

If you’re looking for a recurring flower subscription , no one has a better selection than BloomsyBox. While most nationwide flower delivery services offer two to three plans at most, BloomsyBox has 10 different options to choose from, including a pet-friendly flower assortment and a monthly eucalyptus subscription.

When signing up for the Bloomsy plan—fresh, sustainably sourced bouquets sent straight from the farm—subscribers choose the size of the arrangement, as well as the delivery frequency, but cannot dictate flower type.

If you’d prefer a plan that’s a bit more in line with your aesthetic or environment, consider purchasing one of BloomsyBox’s “unique” subscriptions, which include Bloomsy Roses, Bloomsy Eucalyptus, Pet-Safe Blooms, The New York Botanical Garden Subscription (bouquets are curated by Botanical Garden employees), and one monthly plant subscription. Plans start at $60 per box and go up to $100, and you can skip or pause your subscription as often as you'd like.

Average price: $51 per delivery | Free shipping? No | Nationwide delivery? Yes (except for Alaska & Hawaii)

Best for Free Shipping : Enjoy Flowers

Free shipping on all orders

Company only uses in-season flowers to better ensure freshness

Flower food and care instructions included

No same- or next-day delivery

No one-time bouquet purchases

Enjoy Flowers' monthly subscription plan comes with a beautiful assortment of farm-fresh blooms and free shipping. While its selection is limited—the company doesn't offer one-off bouquets—the service is ideal for anyone looking to display a new arrangement in their home each month. The Garden Collection costs $65 per delivery and is made up of 30 to 35 blooms, which is enough to split into two or three separate bouquets if you'd prefer.

Expect at least seven days of freshness (a company guarantee), and if you’re not satisfied with your delivery, customer service can be reached by phone, email, or the website’s chat function. As an added bonus, first-time customers get 15% off at checkout.

Average price: $65 | Free shipping? Yes | Nationwide delivery? Yes (except for Alaska & Hawaii)

Best Same-Day Delivery : 1-800-Flowers

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Same-day delivery available seven days a week

Permanent “sale” section

Search filters for occasion and flower type

Flower substitutions are common due to low inventory

Must pay an annual fee to get free shipping on orders

Unlike many other flower delivery services, 1-800-Flowers offers same-day delivery every day of the week, including weekends. And the selection of last-minute arrangements isn’t sparse. Customers have their pick of more than 100 bouquets at every price point. Same-day arrangements are crafted by local artisans, which is why the company is able to provide this type of delivery in so many locations. Just make sure you order before the deadline in your recipient’s time zone.

You can filter 1-800-Flowers’ many bouquets by color, flower type, and occasion. Plus, there are separate pages for gift bundles. Prices range from about $35 to $300 for individual arrangements, and some options allow you to choose between different vases and add-on items, like chocolates and balloons.

If you plan on ordering multiple bouquets or centerpieces throughout the year, we recommend signing up for 1-800-Flowers’ Celebrations Passport program, which costs $20 for the first year and $30 annually thereafter, and unlocks free shipping as well as other perks.

Average price: $64 | Free shipping? Yes (for rewards members only) | Nationwide Delivery? Yes

Best Search Filters : Teleflora

Courtesy of Teleflora

Uses local florists

Website has advanced search filters

Same-day delivery is available in most areas

Delivers to hospitals

No free shipping

Teleflora’s website is one of the easiest to navigate because of the helpful search filters that narrow down the service’s overwhelming selection of bouquets. You can search by occasion, recipient (i.e., "flowers for grandma"), color, and flower type. There are pages for same-day delivery and flower gift baskets. You can even browse a section called "zen arrangements."

We also appreciate the company’s "In a hurry" feature, which auto-populates suggestions based on your answers to a couple of questions. Prices start at $40 for individual bouquets and go up to about $220. Teleflora’s customer service is reachable 24/7 by phone, email, or online form.

Average price: $75 | Free Shipping? No | Nationwide Delivery? Yes

Best Plant Delivery : From You Flowers

More than 200 plant options

Same-day delivery available for select plants

At least 20 options under $40

Though primarily known for its flower delivery, which is one of the most affordable services on the market, From You Flowers has an equally impressive collection of plants—more than 200, in fact. Prices range from $36 to $160, and same-day delivery is available for at least two dozen styles. Customers can choose from succulents, orchids, bonsais, and even a majestic money tree. The company also sells containers in the form of pots, baskets, and reflection planters.

Unlike some of the flower delivery services on this list, From You Flowers will deliver to hospitals, military bases, and gated communities. So if you have a special request, this is a good company to ask.

Average price: $61 | Free shipping? No | Nationwide Delivery? Yes

Best Cheap Flower Delivery : Benchmark Bouquets

Options under $50 

Free shipping

Preserved roses section

Flowers sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified and Florverde Certified farms

Next-day delivery only available for Amazon Prime members

Benchmark Bouquets is available through Amazon, bringing the convenience and affordability of the online marketplace to flower delivery. Choose from a selection of mixed bouquets, blooming bundles, rose bunches, and more—many of which sell for under $50.

The company’s flowers are sourced from more than 40 family-owned farms that carry Rainforest Alliance Certified and Florverde Certified distinctions, meaning water conservation, waste reduction, and good working conditions are of the utmost importance to these growers. 

To ensure freshness, flowers are picked in bud form and, depending on the flower, arrive fully open or require a day or two to bloom. While Benchmark Bouquets does offer next-day delivery, it’s only available to Amazon Prime account holders and cannot be requested for non-delivery days (weekends and Mondays).

Average Price: $51 | Free Shipping? Yes, for Amazon Prime members | Nationwide Delivery? Yes

Best Rose Bouquets : Global Rose

Roses in every color you can imagine

Free shipping on weekday deliveries

Next-day delivery on select bouquets

Dozens of other flower types available for purchase

Has a storefront on Amazon

Added fees for Saturday deliveries

Above-average prices

Global Rose offers an excellent selection of rose bouquets. On the company's website , you can search by color, variety, or quantity, and there’s even an option to buy between 3,500 and 5,000 rose petals in various shades.

Global Rose stocks traditional roses, multicolored roses, and roses by the dozen, or in bunches of 50 and 100. But don’t discount the other flower varieties available, including sunflowers, calla lilies, spider mums, and snapdragons. Prices vary, depending on the flower, as do subscription options, which can be customized by type, color, delivery cadence, and bouquet size.  

If you're an Amazon Prime member, you might prefer to shop from Global Rose's storefront on the marketplace, though you won't find as many options. Prices on Amazon range from $45 to $566.

Average price: $82 | Free shipping? Yes | Nationwide Delivery? Yes

Best Customer Service : Farmgirl Flowers

Around 50 bouquets to shop

Four different ways to reach customer service

10% discount for first-time customers

Flowers can be purchased in bulk

Sustainable packaging

Arrangements are on the pricier side

Next-day delivery is not guaranteed

Farmgirl Flowers pairs beautiful florals with exceptional customer service to make the process of ordering flowers online seamless. The sustainably minded business wraps all of its bouquets in compostable burlap, which is about as barnyard chic as you can get. 

When we say these flowers are Instagram-worthy, we’re not exaggerating. Many of Farmgirl Flowers' bouquets incorporate classic florals, like roses and tulips, but you’ll also find a few surprises, like preserved pampas grass. Each product page details how the bouquet will be packaged and notes whether or not it’s safe for pets. (Farmgirl Flowers states that lilies are especially toxic to animals.)

If you have a question about your order or the service in general, the company makes it incredibly easy to contact a customer service representative. You can call, send an email, submit a request form, or use the website's chat function.

Average price: $79 | Free shipping? Yes (on select bouquets) | Nationwide delivery? Yes (except for Alaska & Hawaii)

Best Fresh Flower Delivery : Poppy Flowers

Fresh flowers sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms

Biweekly and monthly subscriptions available

Free shipping on floral kits and subscriptions

Allows you to play florist

Only 10 floral kits to choose from

Prices start at $75

Poppy Flowers is a DIY enthusiast’s dream. The company specializes in floral design kits containing 30 to 55 stems that you arrange yourself. The flowers, which can be spread out across two to three arrangements, are freshly cut and sustainably grown.

All blooms you receive are in season and come from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms in South America that have majority-women workforces . If you want to continue developing your flower-arranging skills, Poppy offers a subscription that ships a carefully curated floral kit to your home every two or four weeks. 

Poppy is also known for its wedding flowers. Brides work with a designer to refine their vision (and stay within budget). Then, on the big day, a local florist assembles and installs everything. For customers who don't know where to start, Poppy offers a floral style quiz to help you settle on an aesthetic.

Average price: $87 | Free shipping? Yes | Nationwide delivery? Yes

Best DIY Flower Arrangements : It's By U

DIY kits ranging from 12 to 50 stems

Free shipping on subscriptions

Each box contains an illustrated guide

Can add a mister and shears to your order

Subscriptions are on the pricier side

Vases must be purchased separately

Flower arranging is made easy with an It’s By U subscription kit. The company offers six different styles, including a Fresh Garden subscription (a blend of roses and garden-fresh flowers), a Warm Industrial subscription (small eco-grown flowers in geometric vases), and a Modern Farmhouse subscription (Ecuadorian wildflowers).

Every box comes with the stems you need to create a beautiful bouquet, plus illustrated instructions on how best to arrange them (though you can always go rogue). Choose between biweekly and monthly deliveries, or order a one-time kit at a slightly higher price (subscription pricing starts at $51.95 per bouquet).

Vases aren’t included in your box, but they can be added to your order. It’s By U offers ceramic, metal, and glass options, many of which correspond to specific subscription styles. Misters and floral shears are also available for purchase.

Average price: $81 per delivery | Free shipping? Yes (only on subscription orders) | Nationwide delivery? Yes (except for Alaska & Hawaii)

Best Sustainable Flower Delivery : ReVased

Farm-direct flowers

Subscription prices start at $44.10

Free shipping on select styles

Company regularly donates flowers to worthy causes

Vases aren't always included

Smaller selection of bouquets

ReVased infuses sustainability into every part of its process. The company only partners with Rainforest Alliance Certified farms that actively work to protect the environment, conserve water, and enforce safe working conditions.

By shipping directly from the farm, ReVased reduces the number of flowers cut prematurely and expedites the delivery process to ensure freshness. Another of the service's sustainability initiatives is upcycling. The team donates flowers that would otherwise be thrown away to various non-profits each month. 

Like other services on this list, ReVased offers a recurring subscription that delivers every one, two, or four weeks and includes three different arrangement sizes: Classic (10-18 stems), Lux (19-32 stems), and Premier (33-50 stems). Plans start at $44.10 and go up to $67.50.

Average price: $56 | Free shipping? Yes (on select bouquets) | Nationwide delivery? Yes (except for Alaska & Hawaii)

The Bouqs Co.  earns our pick for best flower delivery service due to its impressive (and large) selection of arrangements, many of which are categorized by occasion and flower type. Bouqs’ subscription service is also top-notch, saving you up to 30% on each order with free shipping included. Plus, the customer service team is available seven days a week if you experience a problem. If you're shopping for a gift last minute, check out our best next-day delivery pick , 1-800-Flowers , which always has bouquets on sale and has over 100 blooms to choose from for delivery the very next day.

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How does flower delivery work.

Most flower delivery services make it easy to order arrangements on their websites so that you never have to speak to a representative. Typically, a service will clearly state whether a vase is included in the order. If not, you sometimes have the option to add one on, along with other items, such as food and candles. If a certain bouquet or plant is unavailable in your recipient’s location, many companies will let you know before you even add it to your cart.

How Much Does Flower Delivery Cost?

Flower delivery prices vary depending on the type and size of bouquet you order, as well as the delivery timeframe you request. The cheapest flower arrangements typically cost around $35, not including shipping fees. Many brands on this list also offer bouquets in the $100 to $120 range, but most arrangements are priced between $50 and $70. Companies that label themselves a "luxury service" may charge over $200 for their most basic designs.

How Long Does Flower Delivery Take?

One of the benefits of ordering flowers online is that you traditionally get to pick your delivery date. For services that don’t offer you a choice, like our best fresh flower delivery option , Poppy Flowers , delivery usually takes between five and seven days. Many services offer same- and next-day delivery, though this may be limited to certain locations and/or products.

Do You Tip for Flower Delivery?

If you’re sending a bouquet as a gift, it's customary to include a tip for the delivery person, assuming that’s an option at checkout. Between $2 and $5 is standard for a normal-sized arrangement. If you receive a bouquet, you’re certainly not obligated to tip on a gift, but if a local florist hand-delivers the arrangement, you may want to consider giving a few dollars. For funeral arrangements or large centerpieces that aren’t delivered to your home, tipping 15% to 20% is appropriate.

To determine the best flower delivery services, we reviewed nearly 30 companies. Each one was evaluated using the following set of criteria:

• Price per delivery
• Shipping fees
• Nationwide availability
• Flower variety
• Subscription options
• Same- and/or next-day delivery capabilities
• Access to customer service
• Commitment to sustainability
• Available discounts

Companies with a wide variety of bouquets or subscription plans were given extra points in the scoring phase. Cost was also a leading factor, as was customer support and delivery timelines. Companies with limited shipping capabilities did not make it past the initial research stage.

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10 Best Flower Delivery Services To Express Your Love From Anywhere

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Flowers are a timeless gift, bound to appeal to almost every recipient. But the delivery can be hit or miss: A lackluster bouquet doesn’t strike the right chords, and a late arrival is more unfortunate. Luckily, we’ve done our research (and received bountiful blooms from some of these services, ourselves) to compile a list of the best flower delivery services that truly deliver. Our top pick, The Bouqs Co. , features modern bouquets and exclusively uses sustainable blooms. Another no-fail favorite is 1-800-Flowers , which offers a huge array of arrangements for all occasions (and budgets).

Whether it's for a special occasion or "just because," the best flower delivery services make it ... [+] easy to send fresh, beautiful blooms.

Shopping for flowers online offers ease and accessibility, plus plenty of variety to choose the perfect arrangement. While some flower delivery services specialize in roses, others take pride in offering a multitude of bouquets, many of which can be selected for same- or next-day delivery. Ahead, we rounded up the best flower delivery services to help you express your love—even if you’re miles apart. And if you’re shopping for Mother’s Day, we've also curated the best Mother’s Day flowers that are especially festive for the occasion.

• Best Flower Delivery Overall: The Bouqs Co.
• Best Flower Delivery Arrangements: 1-800-Flowers
• Best Value Flower Delivery: From You Flowers
• Trendiest Flower Delivery: UrbanStems
• Best Roses Delivery: Ode À La Rose
• Best Local Flower Delivery: FTD Flowers
• Best Flower Delivery Subscription: BloomsyBox
• Best Plant Delivery Overall: The Sill
• Best Value Plant Delivery: BWH Plant Co.
• Best Plant Delivery Bundles: Lively Root

Best Flower Delivery Overall

A wide selection of occasion-specific bouquets.

The Bouqs Co.

The Bouqs Co. Buttercream Bouquet

Price: $49 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: Yes | Subscription options: Yes

The Bouqs Co. stands out for a number of reasons. For starters, the brand sources all of its flowers from sustainable farms that take everything from worker conditions to water and soil quality into consideration. As for the arrangements, they’re downright beautiful. Whether you’re in the market for roses, peonies, lilies, orchids, tulips or just about any bloom in between, The Bouqs Co. has beautiful blooms to choose from. (Be sure to check out the arrangements with plantable succulents, too.) And, if the person you’re shopping for (yourself included) adores receiving fresh bouquets, you can sign up for a monthly flower subscription service , starting at just $44 per delivery.

Best Flower Delivery Arrangements

An endless array of bouquets, baskets and goodies to add on.

1-800-Flowers

1-800-Flowers Floral Embrace Bouquet

Price: $33 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: Yes | Subscription options: Yes

No matter who you’re shopping for, 1-800-Flowers has dozens of different arrangements, from simple bouquets to animal-inspired displays. Beyond flowers, the online retailer is also home to a bunch of different gift options, including well-stocked baskets, candles, jewelry, spa goods and more. In other words, if you’re not sure what you’re looking for, 1-800-Flowers will give you plenty of ideas. For those looking to save even more and want to gift a recurring flower delivery, 1-800-Flowers also offers 15% off flower subscriptions .

Best Value Flower Delivery

An array of bouquets, plants and gifts that arrive quickly.

From You Flowers

From You Flowers Pink Rose Succulent Garden Bouquet

Price: $31 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: Yes | Subscription options: No

From You Flowers has it all—vibrant bouquets, unique plants and succulents, overflowing gift baskets, sweet teddy bears and even sweeter wine sets, complete with cheese and crackers. The value for their flowers is worth noting as well (many of their most popular, bestselling bouquets are around $40). Don’t miss the company’s same-day delivery section , which is also full of perfectly appropriate arrangements for every occasion—holidays, get well soon, sympathy and more.

Trendiest Flower Delivery

Artful arrangements that elevate any space, urbanstems the spring showers bouquet.

Price: $58 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: Yes | Subscription options: Yes

Simplicity is always in style, but there’s something to be said about thinking outside the box (or, in this case, the bloom). Case in point? UrbanStems’ cult-favorite artful arrangements. Here, you’ll find flowers available in a wide range of vivid colors that include a playful mix of blooms, greenery and garnishes, all of which make for an immediate décor statement. Whether you’re searching for something vibrant like the aptly named The Firecracker or something soft and romantic like The Peony , UrbanStems has it all including ultra-customizable prepaid subscriptions .

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Classic arrangements that you can make your own.

Ode à la Rose

Ode À La Rose The Felice Bouquet

Ode À La Rose specializes in classic arrangements of roses, tulips and orchids. As stunning as all of the brand’s bouquets are, what’s even better is that you can customize how they’re shipped out. Want a vase? There are eight styles to choose from (for an additional fee onto the final charge). Perhaps you’d like to bundle your bouquet with a Sugarfina Bento Box or a box of assorted macarons? It offers those options, too. The point is, Ode À La Rose makes it easy to buy not only beautiful simple arrangements but also small gifts to further celebrate the occasion.

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A century-old service that offering florist-delivered flowers.

FTD Flowers

FTD Flowers Fiesta Bouquet

Price: $45 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: Yes | Subscription options: No

Whether you strive to support local or you’re searching for same-day delivery, the FTD Flowers website has a dedicated florist-delivered section that routes orders through your neighborhood flower shop. (Availability depends on area, of course). If time and distance is not of the essence, you’ll find plenty more options sitewide, including bunches of single-species blooms, colorful arrangements and bouquet bundles with food and gift pairings. And we’d be remiss not to mention the company’s long-lasting command of the floral delivery industry: FTD has been shipping flowers since 1910.

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A subscription club for monthly (or even weekly) bouquets, bloomsybox original flower subscription club.

Price: $45 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: Yes | Subscription options: Yes

Why settle on one fresh bouquet when you could gift an entire year’s worth to your loved one? That’s the idea behind BloomsyBox’s Flower Subscription Club. Shoppers can choose between monthly, weekly and bi-weekly subscriptions, all of which ship out at least 22 stems per shipment and as many as 32. Of course, if you fall in love with a specific bouquet from the subscription (or prior to signing up for one), you can always opt for standalone bouquets as well.

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A sweeping selection of fresh house plants and succulents, the sill pink watercolor orchid.

Price: $34 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: No | Subscription options: Yes

For the plant lovers in your life, The Sill has the best variety of easy-care, pet-friendly house plants and succulents. But they also have stunning potted florals that will—let’s face it—outlive a standard bouquet of blooms. Choose from orchids, anthuriums or bromeliads in vibrant shades of pink, red and orange that will brighten up a room as quickly as a dozen roses.

Best Value Plant Delivery

Rare, interesting greenery at an affordable price.

BWH Plant Co

BWH 4-Inch Calathea Roseopicta Medallion

Price: $7 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: No | Subscription options: No

If your recipient isn’t really a flower person but you want to gift them something equally thoughtful and decorative, we recommend BWH Plant Co.’s diverse assortment. The Florida-based shop’s offerings start at only $10 and include easy-care, pet-friendly and rare varieties. Plus, if you’re gifting this to a plant lover, you can add one of the company’s fun merchandise items to your delivery (we’re eyeing the Plant Jungle candle and Shopkeeper Tee ).

Best Plant Delivery Bundles

Why give one plant when you can give two (or more).

Lively Root

Lively Root Sending Hugs Bundle

Price: $10 and up | Same-day or next-day delivery: No | Subscription options: Yes

Another purveyor of potted plants, Lively Root’s offerings range from pet-friendly plants to indoor trees to bundles for beginners. Speaking of bundles, why send your leaf-loving recipient just one variety? Lively Root offers plant packages like the Zen Pet Friendly Collection , Your Indoor Jungle Delivered and the Sending Hugs Bundle, pictured (it includes a peace lily, a calathea and a card).

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The staffers on our editorial team can vouch for many of these services firsthand, having received plants for product testing or as gifts from loved ones.

• In particular, Jennifer Ferrise , our senior special projects editor who oversees gift guides, has enjoyed arrangements from The Bouqs Co , UrbanStems , 1-800-Flowers , From You Flowers and The Sill .
• Other team members also back bouquets delivered by The Bouqs Co. as well as potted plants from Lively Root and BWH Plant Co .
• We consulted flower delivery services expert, Kaylyn Hewitt , head of floral design at The Bouqs Co. , for guidance on what to look for in a bouquet when shopping online.
• We included the flower delivery services with arrangements we would recommend or send to our own friends and family.
• We focused on customer-favorite brands that offer a wide variety of blooms (and leaves) for every type of recipient.

Why Is It Better To Buy Pre-Arranged Flowers Online?

If you’ve ever tried making your own bouquet, you know that assembling a show-stopping arrangement is harder than it looks. When it comes to special occasions, it’s best to leave it to the pros. But don’t worry—despite enlisting expert help, a hand-picked flower arrangement still makes a heartfelt impression. “If you’re gifting, you’re able to cater your gift to the recipient while also purchasing something that’s been thoughtfully designed,” Kaylyn Hewitt, head of floral design at The Bouqs Co. , points out.

As far as shopping online (as opposed to, you know, picking up the phone or actually walking in to a florist shop), the best flower delivery services make picking and purchasing the perfect bouquet a seamless experience. Browsing online means you have access to thousands of options so you can pinpoint the one that’s right for your budget and your recipient’s style. Further, you can have your choice of well-known, big-box florists (who might offer the best and fastest delivery options) or ones that are, or are supplied by, small businesses that appreciate your support.

How Can I Make Fresh Flowers Last Longer?

Watching a gorgeous bouquet wilt is always a bit depressing, but (to put it poetically) the fleeting nature of its beauty is what makes flower-giving so indulgent and romantic. However, Hewitt says, “While different types of flowers have different vase lives, certain practices can help all flowers last as long as possible.” She shares some tricks of the trade below:

• Prep your plants from the get-go. “Give your stems a fresh cut upon arrival to allow flowers to drink up as much water as possible,” Hewitt advises.
• Keep a clean vessel. “You’ll want to use a clean vase to avoid any bacteria or fungi from growing, since that can speed up the death of your flowers,” she says.
• Find a sweet spot. “Keep your flowers out of direct sunlight because the sun’s rays can shorten a flower’s vase life,” Hewitt instructs, adding that harsh rays can cause wilting.
• Practice regular maintenance. “Changing the water every other day is extremely important, as well, to stop the build of harmful bacteria,” Hewitt explains, noting that cool water is best. And don’t forget to add flower food when you give your bouquet new water. When your blooms naturally start to wilt, prune dead leaves and petals to keep them looking as fresh as possible.

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We Ordered Bouquets From 6 Online Flower-Delivery Services

There are just a few days until Valentine’s Day , and if you’re thinking of buying flowers for a special someone (or just yourself), a number of flower-delivery start-ups are now delivering unique bouquets with just a few clicks, often as quickly as the same day.

To find the best of the new players, we put six of these online florists to the test, ordering a bouquet from each and seeing how the arrangements stood up to shipping and a few days on display. We chose not to include delivery services like Floom and BloomNation , which are essentially marketplaces for local florists because, while their selections are terrific, the options vary widely based on your location. The same goes for big players in the flower-delivery space like 1-800-Flowers and FTD that function as middlemen between customers and local florists. Instead, we focused on services that arrange and deliver standardized flower arrangements, often shipped straight from the farms directly to the consumer. To determine which of the new services to use, we ordered a $50 bouquet (or as close to $50 as we could find) from each service, assessing the flowers delivered and determining which was best for what you’re looking for. Below, the results.

The Bouqs Co.

Selection: From a $36 bouquet of ten pink and purple Matthiola incana stems (vase not included) to a $78 “grand” bouquet of lilies, eucalyptus, poms, and Queen Anne’s lace, Bouqs offers one of the widest selections of arrangements. You can shop by flower type (if you’re crazy for hydrangeas ), or occasion (if you’re looking for the perfect bright and sunny birthday bouquet ), or even choose from a selection of plants like succulents in ceramic pots or a dramatic climbing ivy .

Our thoughts: Our grown-in-California flowers (the Ace arrangement) arrived two days after ordering (although you can opt for next-day or same-day delivery depending on the type of bouquet). As described on the site, the rainbow freesias (ours were purple, yellow, and white) came in bud form, which, while maybe not the most stunning upon first impression, lasted longer than some of the flowers that arrived already opened up. If you’re buying these as a gift, though, we’d recommend choosing an in-bloom variety — like this chrysanthemum, pink carnation, purple rose, and solomio bouquet , since the buds make for an underwhelming presentation.

TL;DR: These cut-to-order, straight-from-the-farm flowers are among the freshest you’ll find online and will last a while. Plus, if you have a specific type of bloom in mind, chances are it’ll be part of their wide selection.

Flowers that’ll arrive by Valentine’s Day:

Selection: UrbanStems’ collection is tightly curated so their selection is smaller than some of their competitors. However, because they rotate their offerings frequently you can often find new arrangements for sale — especially if you choose one of their subscription packages. Currently featuring Valentine’s Day–themed bouquets, their options include the Romeo (assorted roses and eucalyptus) and the Pink Champagne (pink scabiosa, dianthus, and spray roses), ranging from $55 to $149, as well as bouquets arranged in collaboration with Vogue editors.

Our thoughts: Our flowers ( the Tinsel ) were delivered within two days of ordering in UrbanStems’ signature packaging that looks like a gift box. The arrangement came in beautiful condition and the thistle, yellow roses, berries, and eucalyptus looked fresh for several days after arrival. The mix of colors in the arrangement gave it a full, textured appeal. This one definitely generated some oohs and aahs upon arrival.

TL;DR: These were our absolute favorite — the ones we would get if we were to order our own based on the reasonable prices and unique arrangements.

Farmgirl Flowers

Selection: With new, seasonal arrangements offered every day, San Francisco–based Farmgirl Flowers prioritizes quality over quantity and keeps their selection limited to the freshest flowers available. Their options range from a simple $45 bouquet of lilies to a megasized $99 market box with foliage and seasonal blooms like ranunculus, roses, and protea. We also like their offbeat selections, like these ranunculuses in a tiger mug .

Our thoughts: Our bundle of tulips (the How Sweet It Is ) arrived looking lovely and perfectly packaged along with a box of macarons. With added extras like latte-shaped chocolates , Farmgirl’s offerings have a bit more personality — that’s a pro or con depending on the sensibility of your recipient. The vases they come in are a nice touch, though.

TL;DR: Because their bouquets sell out quickly, go with Farmgirl for an environmentally conscious recipient who isn’t necessarily looking for a specific flower. There are nice vase options if you’re looking for something different than standard glass, too.

Selection: Starting at $55 for an “arrange your own” bundle of peach and white flowers with seasonal greens, H.Bloom’s wide-ranging selection includes an array of colors and varieties in display-ready vases, like the $85 Pink Berry (white hydrangea, pink roses, berries), the $125 Sunberry (green dianthus and yellow roses), and goes all the way up to a $375 Red Velvet bouquet of red roses, amaryllis, and orchids. You can also get plants like potted jade or high-end orchids .

Our thoughts: Our flowers arrived the next day (same-day delivery is also available) from a local florist (possibly because we ordered an arrange-your-own bouquet, the Soft and White Bundle ) in great condition. With white roses, white hydrangea, and eucalyptus, it was nearly identical to the arrangement on the site. Even with the DIY caveat, these looked professionally arranged and ready to show off.

TL;DR: If you’re willing to spend a little extra cash, go with one of these to make a big statement. These are what we’d get if money were no object.

Benchmark Bouquets

Selection: Compared to the more carefully selected arrangements found at UrbanStems or H. Bloom, the Benchmark Bouquets arrangements aren’t as visually exciting (in the office we compared them to “bodega flowers”), but the price can’t be beat. With two-day Prime shipping you can get a $36 bundle of multicolor lilies (vase included) or a $57 red rose and white lily arrangement. All the arrangements are under $60.

Our thoughts: Our Big Blooms arrangement arrived two days after ordering in a Benchmark-branded box with a vase and some flower food. With free shipping (for Prime members) the cost and convenience of the Benchmark Bouquets make up for the somewhat lackluster selection. We also like that a vase was included for an all-in-one gift at a price that beats out some of the “nicer” services.

TL;DR: If you’re on a tight budget, and love the convenience of Amazon Prime, these are a solid option — not the best, but serviceable.

Selection: With KaBloom, like Benchmark, you’re going to see some standard-looking bouquets but at great prices and with fast Prime shipping. Go for their single-variety selections like these $47 pink roses or $24 tulips . KaBloom also offers attractive, blooming plants like pink cyclamen or red anthurium .

Our thoughts: Our arrangement arrived ready to display in a glass vase, right on time with two-day shipping. In the Let Them Eat Cake arrangement, the white hydrangeas helped fill out the bouquet of roses and carnations, but overall it did look a bit boring compared to the UrbanStems or H.Bloom bouquets.

TL;DR: Go with these if you want a simpler look (like a dozen red roses in a glass vase) at a relatively low price.

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Portugal Flower Tour  |   April 25 - May 8, 2024  

• 14 day tour of Porto, Lisbon and the beautiful island of Madeira
• Multiple floral design workshops and demonstrations with leading designers
• A bespoke flower shop tour in Lisbon lead by local floral designers
• Experience the Madeira Flower Festival, including its famous parade and its many installations, events and specialty craft fair
• Combine your love of flowers, food and wine with a visit to a family-run winery and flower farm
• Enjoy tours of impressive Portuguese palaces, estates and gardens
• Learn about the history of Portuguese tile 
• Sail the Douro River at sunset
• Visit the 'must-see' town of Sintra
• Luxury accommodations in Porto, Lisbon and Madeira
• Savor the tastes of Portuguese cuisine and wine
• And many more flower adventures with flower friends!

Single:  $9,700 per person          Double:  $8,500 per person

Rates Include:

• Hotel stays
• Breakfast everyday and multiple group lunches and dinners
• Your round trip plane ticket to Madeira
• Most ground transportation
• Floral workshop fees
• Entrance and group tour fees

Rates Do Not Include:

• Airfare (round trip plane ticket to Madeira is included in tour price)
• Travel insurance
• Portage fees
• Certain beverages
• Please see the Terms & Conditions in the registration form for the full list of exclusions

How to Register:

To secure your spot on this tour pay your $1,000 deposit. Please note that deposits are non-refundable. Payment of deposit secures your spot, not receipt of your registration form.

Click on the 'Pay My Portugal Deposit' link below. You will be taken to the 'Shop' page on our website. Click 'Add to Cart'. You will be given the option to pay by credit card or ACH Bank Payment. Please note: Credit card payments incur a processing fee, while ACH payments do not.

Please print out your registration form, fill it out, and email it to Kristin Fabrizio at [email protected] . Or, mail it to Faith Flowers, 1183 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306.

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Scotland Flower Tour  |   August 9 - 21, 2024  

Faith Flowers Tours is excited to announce our return to Scotland! Join us for a tailored travel experience for those who love to learn about flowers, while enjoying bespoke, luxury itineraries.

We will experience historic castles, country estates and gardens, tours, museums, luxury hotels, fine dining and the company of fellow flower lovers. We add our own special Faith Flowers features with flower arranging classes by internationally renowned instructors who live and work in the area.  All levels of experience are welcome!

2024 Scotland Tour Highlights

• 11 nights in Edinburgh, the Scottish Highlands, and St. Andrews
• 4 floral design workshops with leading Scottish designers - see descriptions below
• Floral design classes are hosted at flower farms and historic Scottish castles, country estates and gardens, and include lunch
• Learn design techniques and design approaches of both traditional and local floristry not widely known in the US
• Private tours with the head gardeners of multiple estate gardens, including the historically significant Cambo Estate, which dates to the 18th century and has been owned by the Erskine family for 300 years, and Glamis Castle.
• A private tour with the head gardener of the unexpected Highlands garden at Inverewe, where you’ll find lush landscaping and palm trees and a gorgeous view of Loch Ewe.
• Full day visits and private tours of multiple Scottish palaces and castles, including Glamis Castle - the 650 year old estate, which inspired Shakespeare to write 'Macbeth' and was the childhood home of The Queen Mother and the birthplace of Princess Margaret. We will also visit Scone Palace, known as 'The Crowning Place of Scottish Kings' - dating back centuries to the Romans and the Picts, it where Robert the Bruce was crowned in 1306.
• Experience the spectacular Royal Military Tattoo with a private bespoke recital by the cast, cocktails, and a special escorted entrance to the show 
• Explore the world-famous town and golf courses of St. Andrews
• Visit the magnificent cliffside castle of Dunnottar with stunning views of the North Sea. The history of this site dates back to 5000 BC and includes important figures such as St. Ninian, the Vikings, William Wallace, and Mary Queen of Scots.
• Multiple dinners and lunches, including a private 4-course dinner prepared exclusively for Faith Flowers by a distinguished chef/owner
• Group transportation by private coach, which includes a certified tour guide who will be with us throughout our journey
• See the beauty of Scotland as we drive through the countryside, Cairngorms National Park, and the eastern Scenic Route from Aberdeen to St. Andrews
• Enjoy free time to explore each city

2024 Scotland Private Floral Workshops

Our floral design classes and demonstrations are led by leading Scottish floral designers. We assemble a specially selected team of instructors and flower experiences for each tour. Our instructors include:

• PYRUS: A botanical studio and Victorian walled cut flower garden, PYRUS was founded by Fiona Inglis and Natalya Ayers in 2011 with the intention to grow unusual, scented blooms that were hard to source in Britain. Now a fully developed 2.5 acre flower garden, PYRUS supplies local florists, wholesalers, retail markets and their own floral design studio. They are also a full-service wedding floral designer.
• Days of Dahlia:   Founded by mother and daughter Louisina and Lauren, Days of Dahlia is a small flower farm and design studio committed to organic and sustainable flower farming. They specialize in classic, heirloom and cottage garden favorites along with rare, hard to find varieties. Days of Dahlia often holds workshops at their home studio and flower farm where they also provide full-service wedding and event design services.
• Hands Full of Flowers:   Owned by Libby and Alice, Hands Full of Flowers is an artisan cutting garden and floristry studio in the Scottish Highlands. Inspired by the natural, wild beauty of the Highlands, Libby and Alice almost exclusively use flowers and foliage grown in their own garden for their retail and wedding designs.
• Workshop at Cambo Gardens : This floral design workshop will be held on the grounds of Cambo Gardens and led by a local floral designer to be announced. Cambo is located on the east coast of Fife, just south of St. Andrews, and includes a 2.5 acre walled garden home to a wide variety of local plants and flowers, including their botanically significant collection of snowdrops.

Single Occupancy: $11,250   Double Occupancy: $8,500  

A $2,000 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot (see below).

• Most ground transportation, including tour bus driver tip

Scroll down to the online registration form.  Fill it out, complete the payment information and click 'Submit'. Please note that deposits are non-refundable. 

After your online registration form is received we will email you an additional Tour Questionnaire.  It may take up to 2 weeks for us to send this to you. You will receive this from Faith Flowers' tour coordinator Kristin Fabrizio.

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"I have been beaming since I have been back. I've told anyone that would ask how absolutely fabulous our trip was! Thank you for the trip of a lifetime."  -Patricia, 2022 Netherlands and Belgium Tour

"A wonderful trip. It gives me great pleasure, inspiration and hope...Please keep me posted with upcoming trips." -Sharon, 2022 Netherlands and Belgium Tour

It's a fabulous tour. Wonderful gardens, food and company. First class! -Tena, 2017 Netherlands and Belgium Tour

"Bucket List kind of trip with wonderful memories that you will never forget! Faith Flowers Tours are a beautiful experience on so many levels." -Vicki, 2019 Netherlands & Belgium Tour

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The Best Online Flower Delivery Services for Mother's Day 2024 — Shop Breathtaking Bouquets for Mom

Celebrate the mom figure in your life with a fresh bouquet from one of these popular flower delivery services.

There's no better go-to than a breathtaking bouquet of fragrant flowers or a longer-lasting houseplant to gift all types of moms on their special day. With Mother's Day  less than three weeks away, it's time to start thinking about what Mother's Day gift will show the women in your life how much you care. Whether it's delivered in person or ordered online, a brilliant bouquet rarely disappoints. 

Some of the most beautiful flowers can get pricey, but several flower delivery services offer great deals on stunning floral arrangements. These online flower delivery services hand-deliver your choice of blossoms straight to your mother's door and arrive looking wow-worthy which is especially helpful for those who no longer live close to their mother figure.

From delivery services like 1-800-Flowers with same-day arrival for last-minute shoppers to The Bouqs Company and UrbanStems' fresh-from-the-farm arrangements, there is no shortage of bright, colorful and unique buds that are perfect for any celebration. Best of all, you can personalize them to your mother's liking. 

Below, shop the best online delivery services with gorgeous flowers that are sure to make Mom's day.

Shop stunning arrangements from UrbanStems for Mother's Day, including dazzling seasonal stems like peonies, tulips, roses and more. Now until Mother's Day, customers can use our exclusive code ET15 for 15% off their UrbanStems order, plus they'll get free Sugarfina gummies with their purchase.

The Grower's Choice Peony Bouquet

Spread some cheer with a floral arrangement made up of delicate and ethereal stems — complete with lush peonies. Add code ET15  at checkout for an extra 15% off your order.

The Utopia Bouquet

Even the busiest mom will love this gorgeous bouquet that comes with a trio of bath bombs to help her unwind. Save 15% on your purchase with code ET15 at checkout.

The Bouqs Co.

Celebrate mom with a classic (and notably colorful) arrangement from The Bouqs Co. 

The Bouqs Co. Callie

Soft and elegant, this peachy and pink bouquet will bring joy to your significant other.

Starting at $69

The Bouqs Co. Standout Arrangement

Gift this beautiful and bright flower arrangement to the mom who lights up your day. 

Starting at $79

1-800-Flowers

1-800-Flowers is helping celebrate mom with its wide array of floral arrangements and gift selections — and the bouquets are extra sweet. Even better, right now customers can use ET's exclusive code ETFLOWER at checkout to score 20% off sitewide.

Two Dozen Assorted Roses for Mother’s Day

Few things go together better than a delicious box of chocolates and two dozen colorful roses.

Starting at $65

Use code ETFLOWER for 20% Off

Spring Sentiment Bouquet

Elevate mom's table with these bright blooms full of pretty pinks and sunny yellows. 

Starting at $50

Farmgirl Flowers

Farmgirl Flowers is a woman-owned floral delivery service offering some of the prettiest Mother's Day bouquets on the market. Even better, Farmgirl Flowers has a special selection of flower arrangements that, when purchased, include a donation of a percentage of proceeds to Every Mother Counts, a non-profit focusing on improving maternity care around the globe.

Farmgirl Flowers Dress Coded Bouquet

Pre-arranged, this beautiful centerpiece is ready to make a statement straight out of the package. 

Farmgirl Flowers Happy Camper Bouquet

Send some sunshine and cheer with this hand-tied floral arrangement with bright yellow sunflowers. 

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Mom is a queen and deserves to be treated that way. A royally special celebration deserves an equally regal bouquet to match it — like this Springtime Spritz Bouquet.

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Amethyst Dreams Bouquet

The perfect bouquet for mom that evokes a a soothing and graceful impression.

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Give Mom the opportunity to watch flowers bloom before her very eyes. This tulip garden will come as small shoots and grow to the picture shown. 

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Seasonal pink hues are the star in this mixed flower bouquet. 

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Our tours offer excellent value for travelers who enjoy our expert trip planning, the pleasure of traveling with like-minded individuals who share a common interest plus the benefit of having some free time to explore on your own. Huron prides itself on the pleasant surprise of always getting more than you expect, and we have had the pleasure of giving great vacations to thousands of discerning travelers, many of whom have traveled with us on 10, 15, and even 20 different trips!

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John Sr. at the Chelsea Flower Show in 1996

Katie and Valery having a laugh in the White Garden at Sissinghurst 2009

Katie's favorite Iris from our New Orleans garden

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His Royal Highness Prince Charles's official photographer may ask you to strike a pose at Highgrove

Beautiful summer wildflower garden at Longue Vue House and Gardens in New Orleans

Look at the amazing color of these water lilies at the Botanical Garden in New Orleans

Wisteria at Baliol College in Oxford

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Drummond Castle's superlative terraced gardens in Scotland

Early summer roses in Katie and John's garden

Making friends with the local red hat society in Cornwall

Fergus Garrett of Great Dixter with Huron's English Garden Tour Group

Bedazzling fascinators and all smiles at Eastwell Manor

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We love spring time in London - walking through the neighborhoods yields many lovely surprises

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I was very jealous of Jim's Kew garden hat and had to wait a year to get my own!

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One of Our Favorite Garden Estates in New Orleans

This goat wanted a selfie at the Lost Gardens of Heligan

The Philadelphia Flower Show is a fun way to start the garden year

We love a dahlia!

John Jr, a lovely coach driver, and John Sr at Great Dixter in 1994

The beauty of Longwood on our Philly flower show tour

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Dublin garden getaway.

A garden break with legendary names in Irish gardening offering unparalleled insight into the historical and cultural significance of gardening in Ireland. This is a very special travel experience you won't want to miss that includes private garden visits, a 5-star Luxury Hotel in Dublin’s city center and private dining in an impeccably restored Georgian house.

Devon Gardens & Mysteries

Scenic coastal gardens galore plus Agatha Christie! Devon is known for its stunning beaches and dramatic coastlines but it also has some of the best gardens in the whole of the UK. From the tropical to the hidden, we'll visit a wide variety of very beautiful gardens including historic houses and some private gardens opening their gates just for us. We’ll also explore several sites connected to the “Queen of Crime” including Greenway House which Christie called “the loveliest place in the world.”

Set amongst glorious scenery that includes the mountains of Snowdonia, dramatic seascapes and ancient castles, North Wales is home to some of the most outstanding gardens anywhere. We’ll Discover a wealth of garden wonders in Wales including the world-class plant collection at Plas Newydd, the historical masterpiece Penrhyn Castle and Gardens, the national icon Bodnant, the charming garden rooms of Plas Brondanw, a superb garden restoration at Plas Cadnant, flamboyant designs in the Italianate village of Portmeirion and the private garden gem Caerau just to name a few!

Join Huron as we experience the remarkable beauty of this coastal English garden paradise. This rather remote region and Britain's sunniest and most southerly point is home to an unrivaled atmosphere both for people and plants. This deluxe tour package includes several National Trust stunners and many smaller private gardens, many opening just for Huron Tours. This perfectly paced itinerary offers both excellent value for your money and exclusive experiences you won’t find anywhere else!

The late, great singer-songwriter Dr. John once wrote, “If you wanna do some livin’ before you die, do it down in New Orleans.” And, he might have added, try to do it in the springtime. Spring is the BEST season to visit New Orleans with trees blooming with candy-scented flowers, the best sightseeing weather and less crowds. This tour offers an intimate look at a New Orleans most never get to experience led by 2 local tour managers with years of garden travel expertise.

Chelsea Flower Show & English Garden Collection

Five Star garden tours for English garden lovers by garden lovers! Huron Tours has been exploring the beautiful English countryside and attending the Chelsea Flower Show with garden loving travelers for over 30 years.

Our Chelsea In Style Tour includes Chelsea Member's Day Tickets, Royal Horticultural Society Membership, Visits to English Gardens Kew and Wisley. We have fabulous London guides, a wonderful hotel, many included meals, and special included extras like a Theater performance, a private London city tour and much more.

The Oxford & Gardens of the Cotswolds tour is one of Huron’s most beloved itineraries. Visits to Hampton Court Palace, Hidcote, Kiftsgate, HRH’s Highgrove and Blenheim Palace. With the most historic hotel in Oxford as our home-base we’ll explore the magical villages of this most special part of England.

Cambridge & the Gardens of Norfolk puts the Queen's Estate of Sandringham at center stage, but includes many smaller, private gardens and the most historic hotel in Cambridge.

Huron Tour’s English Garden Extension was designed in order to experience the legendary gardens of Great Dixter and Sissinghurst in a more up close and personal way than most visitors. Our hotel accommodations include the historic Mermaid Inn in Rye. We’ll also privately tour Pashley Manor plus see Anne Boleyn's celebrated childhood home of Hever Castle and Gardens.

Ask us about combining these tours for the ultimate way to experience the most spectacular gardens in England!

Visit our dedicated site at www.ChelseaFlowerShowTour.com for all the details!

Join our wonderful group of like-minded garden enthusiasts and Huron Tours on our visit to the "City of Brotherly Love" and the world’s oldest and largest indoor flower show. We’ll explore one of America’s most important horticultural showplaces, Longwood Gardens, as well as world renowned Winterthur Museum as part of our day trip exploring the Brandywine Valley. We include an escorted Philadelphia city tour, the opportunity to enjoy a docuent lead tour of the famed Barnes Collection and experience the main event, the Philadelphia Flower Show in VIP Style with an early morning tour before the show opens to the public.

The Roses of Portland, Oregon

The perfect itinerary to experience the very best gardens in the “City of Roses.” Six award winning gardens, first class dining, an exclusive visit to a Willamette Valley vineyard, stunning views, city sights and so much more.

From the vibrant capital of Edinburgh to the beauty of the Highlands, we'll tour grand castles and Royal estates, tranquil city gardens and smaller country hideaways including many that are normally inaccessible to the general public. First class accommodations and exclusive experiences only available to Huron Tours.

The very best of Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia featuring 12 award-winning garden visits (including some real hidden gems) including an exclusive event at Butchart Gardens just for Huron Tours. Ferry rides, harbour planes plus mountains, oceans, totem poles, horses, seals, whales, incredible views and much much more!

The gardens of the Italian Lakes are a favorite destination for garden lovers and the villas and estates around Lake Como and Lake Maggiore are admired throughout the world for their beauty and variety in a magnificent natural location.

This setting is a landscape of exceptional scenery. Lake Como is a deep lake hemmed in like a fjord by towering mountains. Lake Maggiore has the character of an inland sea, with ferries crossing to the famous island gardens for an afternoon in another world. This region has been an inspiration for a string of illustrious writers and composers, and a long line of distinguished visitors.

No trip to Italy would be complete without experiencing the famed gastronomy and we have several food and wine events planned that will be the icing on the cake of this spectacular garden tour.

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Make Your Day Brighter With A Purchase From These Black-Owned Florists

Send a bouquet to a friend or brighten your home with a purchase from one of these black-owned florists around the country.

Leah Freeman-Haskin • Jul 28, 2020

Freshly cut flowers are always a good way to add a little sunshine to your day. Send a bouquet to a friend or brighten your home with a purchase from one of these black-owned florists around the country.

Byron’s Flowers, Inc., originally established in 1913, was purchased by Nathaniel Duff in 1969.  With this purchase, Byron’s Flowers became the first minority owned retail flower shop of Florist Transworld Delivery, (more commonly known as FTD), in the entire Midwest.  Byron’s Flowers Inc. has been maintained by the Duff family for the past 51 years; keeping its roots in the inner city. Shop the website for an array of arrangements that can be delivered six days a week.

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Lexis Florist offers a satisfaction guarantee on their wide selection of bouquets, ranging from tropical to their signature designs. If you don’t live in the Houston area, you can order your arrangements online to be delivered on your date of choice. Give it a personalized message for a personal touch.

Family owned and operated, Ashley’s Florist offers local and nationwide delivery for any occasion. When you shop flowers online with Ashley’s Flowers, you will see beautiful bouquet arrangements of flowers hand-crafted with passion, attention to detail, and great care. As a top florist in Detroit, MI, each of our floral arrangements get the time and personalized attention they deserve.

Hibiscus Flowers is currently offering curbside pickup and no contact delivery. Their vast selection of flowers is highly customizable via their website with selections featuring size, color, vase, delivery date, personalized note, and even “extras” including chocolate and an assortment of hibiscus products from teas to body butter.

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Mona’s Accents , one of the leading florists in New Orleans, boasts an expansive array of roses, flowers, plants and gifts to suit any occasion, and their experienced staff can work with you to create a one-of-a-kind gift you’re sure to love. You can shop for your perfect arrangement in-store or online.

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This Colorado Mountain Town Has the Most Beautiful Flower Field in the U.S.

Some of the world's most spectacular flower fields are found in the tiny mountain town of Crested Butte, Colorado.

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel.

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Of all the signs of spring — birdsong, spring training, green grass — none can quite compare to the return of flowers . Be it a bouquet from the farmers market or a field of colorful blooms, flowers usher in the arrival of warm weather, bidding farewell to winter with the bob of their head.

It is perhaps appropriate that the most beautiful flower fields in the U.S. (and the second most beautiful in the world) are located in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, where snow tends to linger. Crested Butte, Colorado, a tiny town nicknamed the “Wildflower Capital of Colorado ,” has long been a shining example of the state’s natural, high-alpine blooms. The annual Crested Butte Wildflower Festival , which runs for 10 days every July, showcases the colorful bounty.

The flower field ranking was facilitated by PremierInn.com and used eye-tracking software to record what images participants’ naturally lingered on. The longer participants looked at an image, the higher the flower field’s ranking. In the end, the Daisy Flower Field in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park topped the charts, capturing participants’ gaze for an average of 3.89 seconds. Just behind the daisies of Chile was an image of the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival and Monet’s Garden in Giverny , which both had an “average fixation length” of 3.46 seconds and tied for second place.

Unlike Monet’s Garden, which is cultivated, the flowers showcased at the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival are completely wild. The blooms can be found anywhere from just outside town to 11,000 feet above sea level. It doesn’t hurt that the backdrop is dominated by peaks in the Rocky Mountain Range and accented by stands of aspen trees. The flowers range from delicate snow lilies and fairy slipper orchids to dwarf larkspur and Colorado blue columbines, the state flower. 

To see the fields of wildflowers of Crested Butte, you have to hike from town and into the alpine — a journey that only adds to the experience (and wonder) of stumbling upon a field of colorful blooms. The Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, which runs July 12-2, 2024, proudly showcases the area's blooms through led hikes and over 200 workshops, including talks on the role of pollination, conservation , flowers as food, and photography and painting classes.

The top 10 most beautiful flower fields, according to the eye-tracking study, include one other U.S. destination, the Bluebonnet Fields in Ennis, Texas which was ranked No. 8 on the list. 

1. Torres del Paine National Park Daisy Flower Field, Chile

=2. Monet's Garden at Giverny, France 

=2. Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, U.S.

4. The Butchart Gardens, Canada 

5. Mainau Island, Germany 

6. Wild Lupins Lake Tekapo, New Zealand 

7. Kaas Plateau, India 

8. Bluebonnet Fields in Ennis, U.S.

9. Hallerbos Bluebell Forest, Belgium 

10. Hitchin Lavender Farm for Sunflowers, United Kingdom

A guide to exploring Japan in spring

From seeing the cherry blossom to navigating Golden Week, here's everything you need to know about visiting Japan at this time of year

Japan's ever-popular cherry blossom season , when the sakura flowers come into bloom and decorate the country with delicate pink petals, does make springtime an obvious choice for visiting, however, and it wouldn't disappoint for those wanting to partake in hanami (the custom of admiring the beauty of the flowers).

But there's plenty more to spring in Japan than just cherry blossom, as you'll find out in this essential guide. From catching the plum blossom (there's not only cherry!) to colourful street parades, discover why spring is one of the best times to visit Japan . Be wary of busy Golden Week, though, about which we'll explain. Here's everything you need to know about Japan in spring...

The weather gets warmer

As in the UK, late March and April sees temperatures begin to rise, with Tokyo hitting averages of around 12-14 degrees by the afternoon in March and 17-19 degrees in April. Don't be fooled into thinking mornings and evenings will be balmy, however (temperatures can drop by half), so be sure to pack layers. Of course, if you're planning to stay or travel around the northern island of Hokkaido and its mountainous areas, you may still find snow in spring. Ski resorts on the island stay open as late as May.

It's cherry blossom season

As we've already mentioned, spring is Japan's famous cherry blossom season . Millions of people in Japan – locals and visitors alike – eagerly wait for the country's cherry blossom flowers ( sakura in Japanese) to bloom, which then signifies that spring has finally sprung.

The sakura emerges in the south of Japan first, around the end of March, and advances north over the proceeding weeks. The pale pink flowers are only in bloom for a few weeks, during which time the Japanese celebrate with public events and picnics.

If seeing this fleeting floral sensation is on your bucket list, you can join Good Housekeeping for a cruise around Japan in March 2025 . On our 17-day trip you'll visit the likes of Tokyo, Kagoshima, Kochi and Aomori.

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Other flowers come into bloom, too

It's not only the cherry blossom that flowers in spring in Japan. Avid anthophiles will be excited to know that a variety of Japan's flora comes to life in spring, including the lesser celebrated plum blossom. These sweet-smelling flowering, whose petals range from magenta or bubblegum pink to completely white, are usually in full bloom in February and March.

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Painting Japan's fields and parks pale blue is nemophila (commonly known as 'baby blue eyes'), a small flower that blooms from early April to early May. Great places to see swathes of them is at Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki and Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park in Osaka. And from April to early May, it's likely you'll see purple wisteria winding its way up a trellis or around a porch somewhere in Japan, too. Kameido Tenjin Shrine in Tokyo is thought to be one of the best place to lilac-hued wisteria in all its glory.

You can visit Kameido Tenjin Shrine and more of Tokyo's highlights on a Good Housekeeping land tour of Japan in March 2025 . On this 13-day Japan holiday , you'll also visit Mount Fuji and the must-see cities of Osaka and Kyoto.

Be aware of Golden Week

Golden Week is a nation-wide holiday period in Japan, which takes place annually from 29 April to 5 May. The seven days encompass numerous public holidays and is one of the busiest holiday times of the year. The public holidays celebrated in Golden Week are Showa Day on 29 April, the birthday of Emperor Showa (the 124th emperor of Japan); Constitution Day on 3 May, a day commemorating the enactment of the 1947 Constitution of Japan; Greenery Day on 4 May, a day dedicated to celebrating the environment; and Children's Day on 5 May, a day when families pray for the health and happiness of their offspring.

Due to many of Japan's residents taking time off work in this period, Golden Week can mean transport hubs are incredibly busy, and hotels, attractions and restaurants can be booked up in advance. Visiting at this time is still possible if you plan ahead, but be wary if you're hoping to be more ad hoc with your itinerary.

There's a frenzy of festivals

As in many countries, spring signifies renewal and rejuvenation in Japan, and with that comes an array of public festivals and events that bring people outside and into burgeoning nature. As a visitor, it's a brilliant time to join the locals in their springtime celebrations.

Kairakuen Garden in Ibaraki Prefecture is one of the most famous gardens in Japan and plays hosts to Mito Plum Blossom Festival every February to March. Marking the end of winter and the arrival of spring, thousands of people visit to see the garden's 3,000 plum trees burst into life, showing off their pink and white petals.

While sakura season is celebrated all over Japan, the ​Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival in Hirosaki Park, Aomori (23 April to 5 May) is a hotspot for petal peepers. The park has around 2,600 trees – some of which are over 300 years old – and showcases over 50 different species of cherry.

Moving from flower to floats, the city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture hosts its annual spring festival on 14 and 15 April. Celebrations see parades of large, colourful floats and lanterns (and even a portable shrine) take to the streets along with musicians and dancers. Takayama Festival is touted as one of the most beautiful in all of Japan.

If you do plan to brave the crowds and holiday in Japan over Golden Week, you'll have the chance to witness Hakata Dontaku, Japan's largest festival. Held in Fukuoka on 3 and 4 May, thousands of people gather to see swathes of dancers and performers parade through the streets in brightly-coloured costumes. Look out for the hana jidosha (meaning flower bus), floats decorated with coloured flowers and lights.

Excited to explore Japan in spring? Whether you fancy a cruise around Japan or a land tour of this incredible country, book a Good Housekeeping holiday for a bucket-list Japan adventure.

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Posted: April 23, 2024 | Last updated: April 23, 2024

Planting beautiful flower gardens can be a great way to make a home look special and colorful. However, not all flowers last the same length of time. Some can last for many years on end, while others may only last for a week.

For gardening inspiration, take a look at some of the longest-lasting flowers that should be planted in gardens for a vibrant and lasting display. Are you ready to infuse some color into your garden? Keep on reading through this gorgeous list to see these long-lasting beauties...

Irises are a versatile and beautiful addition to any garden. They come in various vibrant colors ranging from purple and blue to lemon yellow and white. Irises can be enjoyed for a long time as they are perennial plants that will return spring after spring.

They also require very little maintenance as they are mostly disease-resistant and need occasional watering and pruning.

Cone Flower (Echinacea)

Coneflowers (Echinacea) make great additions to any garden. They're easy to grow and add beautiful color. They prefer well-drained soil and full sun but can tolerate some shade. Plant in the early spring or late fall and water them regularly.

Also, be sure to deadhead the flowers to help promote continuous blooming. Other coneflower varieties to consider include purple coneflower, Missouri coneflower, and globe coneflower.

Chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemums are some of the most beautiful and low-maintenance plants available. They come in a wide array of colors, making them an excellent addition to any garden.

In addition to their aesthetics, chrysanthemums last a long time, retain their color and texture, and usually re-bloom the following year. This makes them an easy and rewarding choice to plant in gardens.

Daylilies are easy and reliable flowering perennials that thrive in most climates. They are known for their long-lasting flowers and an array of colors. Planting daylilies requires full sun and well-drained soil.

Planting in spring or autumn gives your daylilies the best start, as they are hardy, but uncertain winters may reduce the performance of established plants. Water regularly, but avoid excess moisture.

Sedums are a popular choice for any garden due to their long-lasting nature. They can endure extreme temperatures, drought, and frost, making them low-maintenance plants. Sedums also add beautiful texture and color to a garden.

For best results, plant them in well-draining soil and keep them in full sun. Water them sparingly as they store water in their leaves.

Baptisia, also known as false indigo, is a stunning perennial that is a favorite among gardeners for its longevity. These plants can thrive for decades, thanks to their deep root systems that allow them to access nutrients and water from deep within the soil.

When planting Baptisia, ensure that they are in well-drained soil and receive ample sunlight. Trim back the stems after flowering to encourage new growth.

Lavender is a fantastic addition to any garden, with its beautiful purple flowers and delightful fragrance. What makes it even more appealing is that it is a long-lasting plant, able to thrive for years with proper care.

This is due to its ability to tolerate dry conditions and its natural resistance to pests and disease.

Hellebore flowers bring beauty to any garden. Hellebores can bloom for up to 3 months, thanks to their sturdy stems and ability to self-seed. Their ability to endure harsh weather conditions while lasting an extended period distinguishes Hellebore flowers from other blooms.

Gardeners should ensure they plant Hellebores in a shaded area with moist soil and avoid over-watering to prevent root rot.

Astrantia flowers, which are also known as masterwort, are a beautiful addition to any garden. What makes them even more appealing is their long-lasting nature, which is due to their ability to thrive in moist soil.

For best results, plant them in a spot with partial shade and ensure that the soil remains consistently moist. With their delicate, star-shaped blooms and impressive endurance, Astrantia flowers are a must-have for any gardening enthusiast.

Asters are a popular choice for gardeners due to their long-lasting beauty. These flowers can bloom for weeks, adding bursts of color to any garden. One key secret to their longevity lies in their hardy nature and ability to tolerate cooler temperatures.

To ensure healthy growth, plant asters in soil that is rich in organic matter and provide them with plenty of sunlight. Keep an eye out for pests and diseases, and water regularly to prevent wilting.

Peonies are an excellent option because they add a vibrant splash of color to any outdoor space. These magnificent flowers have a reputation for being long-lasting and can brighten up your garden for weeks on end.

Their longevity is thanks to their robust stems and the fact that they store energy in their roots.

Catmint flowers, also known as Nepeta, are a hardy and reliable addition to any garden. Their long-lasting blooms are a result of their ability to self-seed and naturalize, ensuring a beautiful display year after year.

Gardeners should consider planting varieties such as Walker's Low for its attractive blue flowers or Junior Walker for its compact size. Catmint also attracts pollinators, making it a great choice for eco-conscious gardeners.

Penstemon flowers are a gardener's best friend. Their vibrant colors and sturdy stems allow them to last up to a month or more in gardens.

Their petals are also highly resilient and exposed to cold temperatures, meaning they can endure cold-weather climates. Moreover, Penstemons are drought-tolerant and can survive intense heat, giving gardeners beautiful blooms for lengthy periods.

Moss-rose flowers are popular among gardeners for their exquisite beauty and exceptional longevity. These charming blooms can survive in harsh conditions, making them ideal for gardens that face extreme weather.

The secret to their durability lies in their ability to conserve water and resist pests and diseases, resulting in long-lasting, colorful flowers that bloom throughout the season.

Impatiens flowers are a delight for any gardener with their bright, showy blooms in a wide range of colors. They thrive in moist and shaded conditions, making them perfect for borders, beds, or hanging baskets.

To ensure their longevity, keep them well-watered and deadhead regularly. With proper care, these beautiful flowers can last for months, providing a stunning display in any garden.

If you're looking for a long-lasting flower to plant in your garden, consider Vinca. These beautiful flowers can bloom for months, even in the hottest summer weather.

Not only are they hardy and drought-resistant, but they also come in a variety of colors, from white to purple. With their long-lasting blooms and low maintenance, Vinca is an excellent choice for any gardener looking for beautiful, long-lasting flowers.

Zinnia flowers are well-known for their ability to last long after being cut or picked, making them an excellent addition to any garden or floral arrangement. These vibrant flowers can remain fresh for up to two weeks, much longer than other popular blooms.

Their longevity is attributed to their sturdy stems, which allow them to absorb water more efficiently and retain their freshness. As a result, zinnias can provide long-lasting beauty to any outdoor or indoor space.

Salvia plants, such as Sages, are known for their longevity and ability to withstand harsh weather conditions. These plants have adapted to drought-prone regions and can survive with minimal watering. The plant's leaves have a thick, waxy coating, which reduces water loss and allows them to stay fresh for longer.

Salvia plants have hardiness and resistance to pests and diseases, making them an ideal choice for low-maintenance gardens.

Cosmos plants are resilient and sturdy, able to withstand harsh conditions, and thrive in various climates. Their enduring nature makes them an excellent choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, long-lasting blooms.

Their resilience and adaptability allow them to bloom for extended periods, providing colorful and vibrant accents to any garden space.

Petunias are a kaleidoscope of colors, offering a stunning array of hues ranging from vibrant pinks, purples, and reds to soft pastels and even striking black.

With varieties such as the Grandiflora and multiflora, petunias can transform any garden into a vibrant tapestry of color, texture, and fragrance. Their versatility and beauty make them a popular choice for gardeners worldwide.

Gazania plants are long-lasting and low-maintenance plants that are perfect for gardens. Their bright and vibrant flowers come in various colors, including yellow, orange, pink, and red. Gazania Tiger Stripes Mix and Daybreak Mix are popular varieties.

These plants are known for their drought tolerance and ability to thrive in hot and sunny conditions, making them ideal for gardens in warm climates.

Gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, long-blooming plant should consider Coreopsis. Also known as tickseed, this vibrant yellow or pink flower thrives in hot, dry conditions and is resistant to deer and pests.

Coreopsis, compared to others, requires minimal watering and can withstand drought, making it a durable and reliable addition to any garden.

For gardeners looking to add a pop of color to their garden, Gaillardia is an exceptional choice. This plant is not only beautiful, with its red and yellow daisy-like flowers, but it's also incredibly durable.

Gaillardia is drought-tolerant and can handle hot and dry conditions, making it an excellent choice for gardens in warmer climates. Plus, it attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees, adding even more life to your garden.

Lantana plants are long-lived and thrive in garden settings. They are known for their vibrant, multi-colored blooms that range from pink to yellow, orange, and red.

These low-maintenance plants can survive for years with proper care, and their colors can change over time as the plant matures. Lantanas are a popular choice for gardeners looking to sprinkle in some color and longevity to their landscape.

Calibrachoa

Calibrachoa plants are known for their long lifespan and durability. They have a compact growth habit and produce abundant flowers in a variety of colors. Their strong stems and disease-resistant nature make them a popular choice for gardeners.

With proper care, Calibrachoa plants can last for several years, making them a great investment for any garden.

Bee Balm plants boast vibrant hues ranging from crimson to lavender, attracting scores of pollinators with their nectar-rich blooms. These perennials thrive in sunny locations with moist soil but also tolerate partial shade.

With their natural resistance to pests and diseases and long blooming period, Bee Balm is a reliable addition to gardens.

Thrift plants, also known as sea pinks, are an excellent addition to any garden due to their longevity and low maintenance. These perennials thrive in coastal regions and produce large masses of pink or white blooms, making them ideal for rock gardens or borders.

Once established, they require minimal watering and fertilizer, making them an ideal choice for the busy gardener. Grow thrift plants for a reliable, long-lasting addition to your garden.

Lamb's Ear

Lamb's Ear plants, also known as Stachy, are a unique and attractive addition to any garden. The plant's fuzzy silvery-green leaves resemble the soft ears of a lamb, which is how it earned its name.

Lamb's Ear is a durable perennial that thrives in hot, dry climates and is tolerant of poor soil conditions. Its ability to withstand heat, drought, and pests makes it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens.

Astilbe plants are an excellent addition to any garden for both amateur and professional gardeners. This perennial plant is known for its long-lasting feathery flowers that come in shades of pink, white, red, and lavender.

Astilbes are easy to grow and thrive in moist soil with partial shade, making them ideal for planting in shaded areas. With proper care, these plants can last for years, providing a beautiful burst of color to any garden.

Thyme is a versatile and attractive plant that is not only a popular herb used for cooking. It is also a great addition to any garden. Its longevity and lovely lavender-colored flowers make it an excellent choice for amateur and professional gardeners.

Thyme is easy to grow, requires minimal care, and can be used in a variety of settings, including rock gardens, borders, and even container gardens.

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Florence 'Rhody Fest': Find flowers and fun at one of Oregon's oldest festivals

Oregon's second-oldest flower festival, "Rhody Fest," is returning for its 117th edition to Florence starting May 16 with the theme "High Tides and Good Vibes."

"It'll be another year of 'good vibes' as we celebrate our local natural beauty and floral superstars," said Bettina Hannigan, Chamber President of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce. "Thousands come from around the world to celebrate with us every year on the third full weekend in May."

Florence's Rhododendron Festival is the third oldest flower festival on the West Coast behind the Tournament of Roses in Pasadena, California and the Portland Rose Festival.

Rhododendrons are Florence's official flower and the Festival is scheduled in May every year when the wildflower begins to bloom in the city's surrounding hills and fields.

With its carnival, Rhododendron Court, parades, classic car cruise, vendor fair, and flower show, Hannigan reports that the festival is the unofficial kickoff to the summer tourism season, which adds $320 million to the local economy and employs about 2,700 of the roughly 5,000 workers in Florence.

The festival will open Saturday, May 11 with the coronation of Queen Rhododendron, the King of the Coast, and their royal court at the Florence events center, followed by Thursday's opening of the Davis Shows Carnival at the Port of Siuslaw property in Old Town.

Saturday, May 18 will feature the annual 5K Rhody Run and Walk, the junior parade and kids' activities, and the annual Coast Radio Classic Car Cruise through Old Town starting at 9 a.m. at Siuslaw Middle School.

On Sunday, the grand floral parade will make its way down Highway 101 and into Historic Old Town beginning at noon.

During the Festival, there will be a vendor's fair in Old Town down Maple Street, a Florence Regional Arts Festival at Florence Events Center, and live music and other festivities and activities all over town. Three Rivers Casino Resort will be running a shuttle to Old Town every 15 to 20 minutes on May 17 and 18.

"It's a family tradition, an Oregon institution," said Hannigan. "Generations of families have enjoyed the annual Florence Rhododendron Festival by attending, enjoying the Davis Shows carnival, exhibiting their rhododendrons, showing off their classic cars and motorcycles, being in parades, and shopping and dining in Old Town and all around town."

Haleigh Kochanski is a breaking news and public safety reporter for The Register-Guard. You may reach her at  [email protected] .

County Road 26 to open Monday for local, critical trips

Limited travel for commuters using the lake city cutoff opens after state and county collaboration as bridge closure continues.

Montrose and Gunnison Counties — This weekend, CDOT and Gunnison County are working together to accelerate improvements to County Road 26 (Lake City Cutoff) so it can open Monday for local commuter travel between Montrose and Gunnison.  At the same time, engineers continue to conduct safety inspections of the US Highway 50 bridge crossing the Blue Mesa Reservoir at Dillon Pinnacles. This bridge, located west of Gunnison at Mile Point 136.3, closed Thursday in the interest of public safety after an inspection revealed a crack in one of the girders. The technical structure name for the bridge is K-07-B. 

Recognizing the US 50 closure creates a significant detour for commuters traveling between Montrose and Gunnison, CDOT and Gunnison County officials this weekend prioritized getting a shorter access route in place for local travel between the two communities. That collaboration will continue as officials work to further fortify the road with gravel and manage traffic to a level that the road can safely carry.

“We are starting slow in order to increase the chances we can go faster later. The impact on western Colorado cannot be understated and we are exhausting all opportunities and partnerships to mitigate the impacts of the bridge closure,” said Martin Schmidt, Assistant Gunnison County Manager for Public Works.

On Monday, April 22, pilot cars will lead  passenger vehicles through the access route two times a day in each direction. Because CR 26 is a high-mountain, unpaved road that is not intended to accommodate the traffic volumes of US 50, travel times will be limited and commercial vehicles exceeding a 16,001 gross vehicle weight rating are prohibited. The schedule for piloted travel is:

• 6 to 6:30 a.m. and 6 to 6:30 p.m. for westbound travel 
• 7 to 7:30 a.m. and 7 to 7:30 p.m. for eastbound travel 

The queue for westbound pilot car operations will start near the intersection of CO 149 and CR 26 and the queue for eastbound travel will start near the intersection of US 50 and CR 26. The travel time on the access route is expected to be 30 minutes or more.

County Road 26 will only be open for local, essential travel during these timeframes. The road will remain closed at all other times for the ongoing restoration work needed to ensure the road remains safe for travel.

A hotline and email continue to be in place to assist customers with questions about the closure. Anyone with questions can reach out via 970-648-4423 or [email protected] . Calls will be closely monitored and will receive a prompt reply. Information is also available on the project website at bit.ly/us50bridge . Travelers should refer to COtrip.org or the smartphone COtrip Planner app to plan an alternate route.

“CDOT appreciates Gunnison county’s dedication and hard work as we cooperate to offer more options to help the western slope manage this safety closure.  CDOT will continue to support the county as we focus on the opening of County Road 26 to serve the critical needs of residents,” said CDOT Executive Director Shoshana Lew. “County Road 26 is an important local route that is up to five hours more efficient than detouring via state highways. However, this road currently has a natural roadbed and can only accommodate limited traffic - so it is important that we help Gunnison County focus this capacity on the needs of local communities most impacted by the closure.”

There are two recommended detours for through travel via Interstate 70 to the north or US 160 to the south and these detours add six to eight hours of travel time. CDOT is coordinating with emergency service providers to ensure emergency response is unaffected.

Travel Impacts  

• US 50 is closed between Montrose and Gunnison
• Recommended alternate routes are I-70 to the north or US 160 to the south
• A limited, local detour is in place for travel at specific times

Project Contact Information 

For additional information about this project, contact the project team.  

• Webpage: bit.ly/us50bridge
• Information hotline: 970-648-4423 
• Email: [email protected]  
• Fact Sheet: County 26 Local Access
• Hoja informativa del proyecto:  Ruta de acceso local en la County Road 26

Download the COtrip App!

The new free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!

For years, a Michigan company has been the top pick to quickly personalize draftees' new NFL jerseys

ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. — Employees of the company tasked each year with rapidly personalizing jerseys for each first-round NFL draft pick as they are announced don’t need to travel very far for this year’s player selections in Detroit.

STAHLS’ headquarters in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, sits 17 miles (27 kilometers) from the stage where NFL commissioner Roger Goodell will inform players — and the world — that they have been selected by an NFL franchise.

“The draft coming back to Detroit is extra special for us,” said Brent Kisha, the company’s vice president of strategic sales.

The STAHLS’ team has under two minutes, from the moment each pick is made until Goodell greets him, to personalize the jerseys backstage in the Nike jersey room at the NFL Draft Theater.

The draft gets underway Thursday at Campus Martius Park downtown. It marks the 13th year the apparel decoration technology, software and equipment manufacturer has worked behind the scenes at the draft.

STAHLS’ took on heat-pressing duties in 2012, quickly affixing top pick Andrew Luck’s surname to an Indianapolis Colts jersey in New York. Since then, the company’s team has traveled to drafts held in Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Nashville, Cleveland, Las Vegas, Kansas City and now its hometown.

“Historically, the jerseys only had a ‘No. 1,’ so putting a person’s name on it was like magic to the fans,” Kisha said Monday. “’Wow, this pick comes in, and we have literally less than two minutes to put the name on the back of the jersey. How do you do it?’

“The heat press is the secret sauce that enables us to be able to react to the actual pick itself,” he said.

That “secret sauce” is a Hotronix Fusion IQ heat press, a machine that features a high-resolution touch screen controller and is used by custom apparel businesses.

STAHLS’ personalizes two jerseys for each draft pick, including one handed to the player onstage and another that is used as part of his rookie playing card pack.

STAHLS’ creates nameplates for every potential in-person first-round draftee in all 32 NFL teams’ fonts and colors. And it will have eight jerseys per team on hand, in case there are day-of trades.

The company was born in the garage of A.C. Stahl and his wife, Ethel, in 1932. Initially known as Commercial Art Products, STAHLS’ now is a licensee and supplier to the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB. The privately-held company has about 1,000 employees in North America, most of whom are based in Michigan.

Four, including Kisha, will be on name-affixing duty come Thursday.

“It sounds like, ‘Oh, man, that’s cool.’ And it is really cool. I’m very honored that I’ve been able to do it for Nike and the team for many years,” Kisha said. “But every year, in the beginning, until that first jersey goes on the stage, you’ve got butterflies.”