Flower delivery know-how

Sometimes when you want to make a gesture, whether romantic, congratulatory, or of condolence, there is little that is more appropriate than arranging to have flowers delivered. The process can be very simple, but if you really want your flowers to be personal and to show that you’ve put thought into selecting them, then it’s best to make the most of the services that are available to you.

All florists will offer ready-made bouquets for most occasions, and there’s nothing to stop you from buying one of these if you find one that seems perfect. However, if you want to be a little more involved in the creative process, then it’s best to find a company like Interflora who sell flowers that are designed to order. With services like this, you can have your flowers crafted to your own personal needs, depending on the occasion, the product type (from regular bouquets to planted arrangements), the colours and the price range. When you have the opportunity to craft your own flowers for delivery, you can make them as relevant and specific to the recipient as you’d like.

However, if you do choose to buy a ready-made bouquet from a florist, leaving the hard work to the professionals, then you will find yourself with a wide variety to choose from. To begin with, you’ll have to decide who to order your flowers from – you may decide to go with a less expensive supermarket option like ASDA Flowers or Sainsbury’s, or you may go for a more specific florist like Interflora or The Cracked Pot. Then you will have options as to how large a bouquet you want, how expensive it is, and how you want it delivered. Generally speaking, this is made as easy as possible for you, as most businesses will have their sites divided into sections depending on the occasion, the sentiment or the type of flower.

When it comes to delivery, the traditional method is by courier. This usually means that you get speedy delivery and guaranteed fresh flowers, but will cost a little extra (usually around £4 or £5). Alternatively, some companies provide postal deliveries, which are sent first class and usually arrive in a box to protect them from being damaged. This option is somewhat cheaper, but probably won’t guarantee such a quick, safe delivery.