About Flowers

Who can best answer my questions about flowers?

A Floral Expressions professional florist is most knowledgeable when it comes to making the important decision of a floral purchase. We can help you with seasonal flower choices, as well as a special design to meet your needs. There are many resellers on the Internet and it is very important that you are ordering your flowers from a real florist, not a phone operator.

Does Floral Expressions just have flowers?

Floral Expressions has so much more than just flowers! We can also send that plush teddy bear, box of gourmet chocolates, special keepsake vase, lush foliage plant, balloons, fresh fruit basket, or even a junk food basket. We have just that right gift for the pet lover, red hatter, or that person who has everything.

Must I have an established account to place an order?

We will be happy to establish an account for you with a major credit card. Our computer system is customer friendly and will even remember those friends and acquaintances that you will send flowers to often.

What do I need to know to place an order?

You need the recipient's name, street address, and phone number.Floral Expressions also need the company name and hours worked if the gift is being delivered to the workplace. We can enclose a greeting card of your choice with each arrangement. Our friendly staff will help you choose the right flowers and design for any occasion. Floral Expressions can create just the right sympathy, birthday, or romantic arrangement to thrill the recipient! You can make your gift very personalized right down to the colors and flowers.

What if I don't see exactly what I want in your website pictures?

Floral Expressions will be pleased to design something exactly as you want. Our pictures are there simply to help you know what we can do for you. Our designers love to custom design that special arrangement of your dreams. Give us your price range and color choices and we will be happy to create something wonderful, especially for you!

How can I make my flowers last longer?

Certain varieties of cut flowers last longer than others. Carnations, for example, can remain vibrant for long periods. Roses have a shorter vase life, but are prized for their special and delicate beauty. When buying flowers, be sure to ask your florist how long you should expect your arrangement to last. Whatever variety you choose, a little TLC will go a long way to keep your blooms looking fresh longer. Here are a few handy tips that can help add days to their beauty!

Where is the best place to keep my flowers when I get them?

Keep them in a cool spot (65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit; 18 to 22 degrees Celsius), away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, direct drafts from a ceiling fan, and the tops of televisions or radiators. (Appliances like televisions give off heat, causing flowers to dehydrate.)

What do I do with the green foam that the flowers are attached to?

Keep the floral foam soaked in water containing floral food provided by Floral Expressions. Be sure to follow the directions on the package.

How do I maintain flowers that are stored in water?

Keep the vase filled with water containing floral food provided by your florist. Be sure to follow the directions on the package.

If the solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely. If possible, recut the stems by removing one to two inches with a sharp knife.

Remove leaves that will be below the waterline. Leaves in water will promote bacterial growth that can harm the flowers.

What is floral food and why use it?

Floral food is a combination of additives that help to nourish the flowers and discourage bacteria from growing in the water. It is one of the best and easiest ways to extend the life of your flowers. It is very important to follow the directions on the package correctly. Improperly mixed floral food can do more harm than good.