Flowers make a great gift, but finding nice flowers at a reasonable price can be difficult. Flowers are expensive, and the price can fluctuate greatly. Planning ahead can help you get the best price, but sometimes the unexpected happens and you need to order flowers to be delivered as soon as possible. Whether you’re planning an event and have lots of time to shop around or need flowers in a hurry, these tips can help you find the cheapest flower delivery.
In Season Flowers
Just like fresh produce in the grocery store, flowers are cheapest when they are in season. Seasons vary, but there should be enough flowers in season to make a nice bouquet no matter what time of year you need the bouquet. Your selection of in season flowers will be greatest in the spring and early summer, but there are plenty of flowers available in the winter too. Your local florist can tell you which flowers are in season, and give you ideas about how to make the best possible arrangement with the cheapest flowers. You can also check out various online flower companies to see what arrangements are on sale.
Beware Hidden Charges
If you’re going to have flowers delivered in another city, who you order them from can make a big difference in price. You local florist can work out exactly what arrangement you want and place the order for you, but there will be a delivery fee or service charge added to the order that could be $15 or more. You may also have to pay extra for same day delivery. Ordering the flowers online may help you avoid that fee, but there may be a shipping fee or other hidden expenses. Read the fine print may sound cliché, but not doing so can cost you extra money. Pay attention to the extras as well. An arrangement that has free shipping and includes the vase can be a better deal than a similar arrangement that’s $10 cheaper but then costs extra for vase and shipping.
A few simple tricks can help you save big bucks on flowers. You can use the money you save any way you want. You could buy party bag toys for the next party you host, or buy some flowers of your own to plant in a window box or flower bed.
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