Save money when buying flowers, by directly contacting a florist in the area they are to be sent. Sending orders through floral services can cost as much as 30%, effectively changing a $100.00 order to a $70.00 order. Even if you had to pay the long distance fees, you would receive better value by ordering direct.

This will provide the florist with time to order any special flowers or accessories you have requested. Most florists can usually guarantee same day delivery for orders placed by noon.

When sending sympathy flowers, always provide an acknowledgment address. It is very helpful to the ones who may wish to send you an expression of thanks, which will then provide you with confirmation that the order was received.

It is vitally important that you provide the florist with accurate, detailed information regarding the name and address of the person to whom you are sending flowers. Providing a physical address and a phone number (the florist can contact the recipient if necessary) will usually suffice. However, if the flowers are being delivered to a business or hospital, more information, such as department, work hours, floor, room number, etc., may be required.