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How to order flowers online for Valentine’s Day
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The countdown to Valentine’s Day 2024 has begun. It’s time to start that Valentine’s Day flower order for your wife, partner, mom, sister or loved one. Though the holiday is still more than two weeks away, fresh flower delivery spots can fill up quick, and the best bouquets may be unavailable if you wait until the last minute.
This year, ordering flowers online has never been easier thanks to big-box retailers like Amazon (yes, Amazon!) that delivery stylish flowers straight to her home. And there are specialty online flower sites that offer beautiful, high-quality arrangements you won’t be able to find locally. Here’s our roundup of the top flower delivery options in 2024.
Best online flower stores for Valentine’s Day 2024
From stylish offerings that elevate your flower order past roses, hydrangeas and daisies, we’re making it easy to dazzle her with flowers this Valentine’s Day.
Best overall online flower delivery service: The Bouqs
The Bouqs
As seen on ABC’s competition reality show “Shark Tank”, the Bouqs promises farm-fresh quality flowers guaranteed to stay fresher longer. Their flowers are responsibly sourced and rooted in kindness — to the planet and to the brand’s partners. Because flowers are sourced directly from the farms in which they grow, there is no middleman. Flowers are in transit for less time, which means they’ll stay in bloom longer before wilting.
The Bouqs promises stylish, modern arrangements with a variety of elegant vase and accompanying gift options. The Bouqs suggests ordering your Valentine’s Day flowers early to guarantee they arrive on top.
What you need to know about the Bouqs:
- Flowers arrive in bud form, so they blossom before her eyes.
- The Bouqs offers free shipping to subscribers. A subscription costs $49.
- A $15 flower delivery charge will apply to most delivery orders for non-subscribers, though delivery charges can vary.
Best flower quality and selection online: Urban Stems
Urban Stems
When it comes to buying flowers online, we like the quality, variety of offerings, freshness and style of Urban Stems. Urban Stems guarantees same-day or next-day delivery to New York City, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta and Miami. The online flower retailer does offer coast-to-coast delivery to other cities, but can’t guarantee same-day or next-day delivery.
The real star of the show here are the modern arrangements, with extensive peony offerings (in season now) and unique designs you won’t find elsewhere. Urban Stems is a terrific choice if you’re looking for a modern and elevated arrangement, or are looking for arrangements with elegant flowers other than roses.
- Please order at least 48 hours before your desired delivery date. Delivery costs $10-30 per order.
What you need to know about Urban Stems:
- The brand has a freshness guarantee: If flowers don’t meet expectations, Urban Stems will make it right.
- Flowers can be hand delivered within parts of Manhattan, Washington D.C. and Los Angeles. (Flowers that are not hand delivered will be packaged, shipped and delivered using a reputable shipper.)
Best eternal Valentine’s Day flowers: The Million Roses
The Million Roses
Elevate Valentine’s Day roses from a temporary gift to one that becomes a statement gift for months and years to come.
Starting as low as $69, The Million Roses creates elegant gift boxes filled with long-lasting roses. The Million Roses flowers go through a special treatment process which allows them to keep their fresh cut appearance for up to three years. The stylish box comes in suede, metallic or other options.
We love the single long-lasting rose in a limited-edition love note box. It’s a clever gift that won’t break the bank.
What you need to know about The Million Roses:
- The brand’s long-lasting roses can be kept for up to three years.
- The Million Roses offer free Valentine’s Day delivery, but order now — delivery slots will fill up.
- These roses require no water, sunlight or special attention.
Best way to save on flower delivery fees: Amazon
Amazon
Amazon really does have it all, including terrific flower arrangements for Valentine’s Day 2024. From gorgeous fresh arrangements delivered in accompanying stylish vases to long-lasting roses arriving a stylish gift box, it’s possible to meet all your Valentine’s Day flower needs this year by ordering flowers through Amazon.
Why you need to know about ordering flowers on Amazon:
- Get free delivery with your Amazon Prime membership.
- Amazon offers terrific preserved flowers and gift options, but for fresh cut flower arrangements, we suggest ordering through a site like Urban Stems.
Best flower alternative: Valentine’s Day succulent from Lula’s Garden
Lula’s Garden
If you’re looking for a Valentine’s Day gift that’s a bit out of the ordinary, consider a Lula’s Garden Valentine’s Day succulent. It makes a great gift for relatives or besties. It also makes a thoughtful choice if your valentine is allergic to flowers.
- Lula’s Garden offers hand delivery in Los Angeles.
- Standard shipping is 2-3 business days while supplies last.
When is Valentine’s Day 2024?
This year, Valentine’s Day falls on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024.
What are the most popular flowers on Valentine’s Day?
American’s spent about $26 billion on Valentine’s Day last year with roses being the most popular flower. Last year, the average consumer spent $192.80 on Valentine’s Day with spending including flowers, gifts, date night or an at-home celebration. And while flowers are a hands-down Valentine’s Day favorite, cards and candy are big winners as well.
When is the last day to order flowers for Valentine’s Day?
Mega online flower retailers such as 1-800-FLOWERS offer same-day Valentine’s Day ordering, but you’ll pay an extra delivery charge. Many local flower shops and online flower retailers will deliver your Valentine’s Day order anytime between Feb. 13 and Feb. 15, unless you specifically request a Feb. 14 delivery.
Each flower retailer has different Valentine’s Day delivery deadlines, but in general, the smaller the flower shop, the less flexibility they’ll have to accommodate last-minute orders. Even larger online flower retailers will see delivery spots fill up quick. We suggest placing your Valentine’s Day flower order a week in advance to guarantee you’re not shut out of flower delivery on Valentine’s Day this year.
Can I send flowers before Valentine’s Day?
We think the best day to have your Valentine’s Day flowers delivered is on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024. You’ll pay less in delivery charges and will be more likely to get on the flower delivery calendar, even if you’re ordering closer to the deadline. And with winter weather throwing wrenches into everything from NFL games to morning commutes, asking for a Feb. 13 delivery gives your gift extra time to arrive by Valentine’s Day if shipping delays occur.
How to save money on Valentine’s Day flower delivery
The easiest way to save money on Valentine’s Day flower delivery this year is to order your arrangement early. That way, you avoid last-minute surcharges, shipping surcharges or paying higher prices because options are limited. You can also save money by choosing a delivery date other than Feb. 14.
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