Last Minute Gifts: Where to Buy Flowers

So you have forgotten a birthday, anniversary or other key event demanding a last minute gift, never fear the humble bunch of last minute flowers can always be counted on to save the day.

Buying Flowers Online: Last Minute Online Flowers

Buying flowers online is a great way to obtain that last minute bunch of flowers, not only can the giver purchase the flowers from the comfort of the office. Online florists will usually offer a variety of extras including cards and soft toy gifts. Standards are usually pretty high and the recipient will never know that the gift was anything other than a well planed thoughtful idea.

On the downside, buying flowers online can be expensive and most online florists will need at least 24 hours to ensure that the flowers are delivered on time. Additionally, whilst standards tend to be high, one can never be 100% sure of what is being purchased from the pictures seen online. This may be a concern where the recipient is particular about presentation or the fragrance of their flowers.

Buying Flowers from the Shop

• The Supermarket – Supermarket flowers have come a long way in recent years, many supermarkets now offer a variety of flowers from single variety bunches of bulb based flowers, such as tulips to elaborate bouquets. The best selections are available in the morning, but long opening hours make the supermarket a good source for last minute flowers at any time of the day.

• The Garden Centre – Better known for living plants than cut flowers however, many garden centres now have extended opening hours and sell a range of cut flowers and presentations. In addition, garden centres are often a great source of artificial flowers and other floral gifts such as dried or framed flowers.

• The Garage – The source of last resort, if all else fails then the late night garage may be the place of last report. Whilst quality can be varied many garages are open around the clock and will have a small selection of flowers. Better offerings may be found at garages linked to a supermarket or garages incorporating a mini-market.

Whatever the event, be it a missed birthday, anniversary or Valentines Day, last minute flowers may be the answer. Whether buying flowers online, or picking up a bunch on the way home from work, no one ever need know and there are many options beyond the cliché bunch of flowers bought at the garage on the corner.

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