Caring for Your Flower Delivery: Tips to Make Your Flowers Last Longer

So, you've just received a beautiful flower delivery! Before you can fully enjoy your fresh blooms, let's go over some simple tips and tricks to ensure they stay fresh and vibrant for as long as possible.

Unleash the Beauty of Your Fresh Flowers 🌼

As soon as your bouquet arrives, carefully remove it from its packaging. Untie the stems and give your flowers room to breathe.

Trim and Tidy Your Cut Flowers 🌿

To give your flowers a fresh start, grab a pair of sharp scissors or garden shears and trim the stems at a 45º angle. Removing excess leaves will also help the stems absorb water more effectively.

Quench Their Thirst with Flower Food 💦

It's important to start with a clean vase! Remove any dirt or bacteria by thoroughly cleaning your vase before filling it with room temperature water. Don't forget to add the packet of flower food that came with your bouquet, as it will provide the necessary hydration and nourishment to keep your flowers vibrant and fresh.

Finding the Perfect Spot for Your Flowers ☀️

Now that your fresh cut flowers are ready, find a cozy spot in your home for your bouquet. Keep them away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Just like you, they'll thrive in a comfortable environment.

Avoid Ethylene-Producing Fruits 🍎

Keep your bouquet away from fruits like apples and bananas, as they can produce ethylene and cause your flowers to wilt faster. Also, be mindful if you have pets and ensure they can't reach the flowers or plants to keep them safe and happy.

With a little love and care, your cut flowers will thrive, bringing joy and beauty to your home. By following these simple steps, you can extend the life of your bouquet and enjoy the pleasure of fresh flowers for longer.

DELIVERY POLICIES

At Designer Blooms, we provide flower delivery services in the Greater Vancouver Area. Enjoy free delivery on orders over $100, with each bouquet arriving in our signature DB carrier box. Please note that delivery services are unavailable on Sundays. Exciting news! You can now conveniently send flowers across British Columbia and Alberta!

SAME DAY DELIVERY

Experience the convenience of same-day flower delivery, exclusively available in the Greater Vancouver Area. To ensure prompt arrival, please place your order online by 11 am on the day of delivery. This allows us sufficient time to create your beautiful flowers. Advance orders are also accepted for added convenience. For delivery to BC and Alberta, we offer next-day delivery to selected postal codes or delivery within 1-2 days.

DELIVERY TIME

Enjoy flexible delivery hours! Orders will be delivered between 12 pm and 8 pm from Monday to Friday, and from 10 am to 6 pm on Saturdays. If you require delivery at a specific time for a special occasion, we can accommodate your request for an additional charge of $10.

DELIVERY AND SHIPPING RATES

Our local delivery services cover a wide range of areas, including Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, Richmond, Delta, Surrey, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver.

Please refer to the local delivery rates within the Greater Vancouver area:
Zone 1 = $15

V3B, V3C, V3E, V3H, V3J, V3K, V3L, V3M, V3N, V5A, V5B, V5C, V5E, V5G, V5H, V5J, V5K, V5L, V5M, V5N, V5P, V5R, V5S, V5T, V5V, V5W, V5X, V5Y, V5Z, V6A, V6B, V6C, V6E, V6G, V6H, V6J, V6K, V6L, V6M, V6N, V6P, V6R, V6S, V6T, V6V, V6W, V6X, V6Y, V6Z, V7A, V7B, V7C, V7E, V7X, V7Y

Zone 2 = $20

V3R, V3S, V3T, V3V, V3W, V3X, V3Z, V4A, V4C, V4E, V4G, V4K, V4L, V4N, V4P, V7H, V7J, V7K, V7L, V7M, V7N, V7R

Zone 3 = $25

V1M, V2X, V2Y, V2Z, V3A, V3Y, V4R, V7P, V7S, V7T, V7V
Deliveries within British Columbia are subject to a fee of $20, while shipping to Alberta is priced at $25.

RETURNS AND REFUNDS

We understand that plans may change. You can cancel your order at least 24 hours before the scheduled delivery date and receive a full refund. However, cancellations made within 24 hours of delivery will be charged in full. In the event of any disputes, customers must provide proof of purchase (order number, order form, receipt, and a photo of the product in question) within 24 hours of delivery.

FAILED, RETURNED, OR NON-DELIVERIES

While we strive for successful deliveries, certain circumstances may result in failed or returned deliveries. Designer Blooms cannot be held responsible if the recipient is not present at the specified delivery address, does not respond to the doorbell, buzzer, or phone call after a reasonable amount of time, or refuses to accept the delivery. In such cases, Designer Blooms reserves the right to charge for re-delivery (fees vary based on location). Please note that orders returned to the studio due to unsuccessful deliveries are not eligible for a refund. However, alternative options are available. If within our delivery time window, you can choose to have your order re-delivered on the same day (additional fees apply). Otherwise, it will be re-delivered the next day. Please note that we will not be liable for the quality of the blooms, especially for fresh/mixed blooms products. Designer Blooms is not responsible for any non-delivery caused by incorrect or incomplete addresses, closed or inaccessible roads, or other factors beyond our control. In the event of a delivery failure under such conditions, the order will be returned to the studio, and a full refund will only be issued in rare cases. Otherwise, customers may contact Designer Blooms to arrange for repurchase and redelivery.