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How to Send Flowers to Someone

Sending flowers to family, friends, and acquaintances has been going on for eons. Flowers are beautiful, versatile, convey different meanings, and cause positive emotions. And while not every flower has a meaning, many of them do. Of those that do, a bunch has multiple meanings because they are available in different variations. On the other hand, some flowers have different meanings for one variation.

 

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Sending flowers to family, friends, and acquaintances has been going on for eons. Flowers are beautiful, versatile, convey different meanings, and cause positive emotions. And while not every flower has a meaning, many of them do. Of those that do, a bunch has multiple meanings because they are available in different variations. On the other hand, some flowers have different meanings for one variation.

While you may be aware that flowers are a perfect gift and know which flower to send for every occasion, you don’t know how to send a bouquet. Luckily the process of sending flowers is easy and straightforward. And most often than not, a Calgary florist will help you through the process. But even then, it doesn’t hurt to have a grasp of the process involved. 

Here are the basic steps to expect.

Considering the floral arrangement and occasion

Failing to plan is planning to fail. 

You wouldn’t start a journey to a place you’ve never been before without a GPS or a map. Not having your directions will leave you lost. In the same way, your reasons for sending the bouquet should guide you through the flower selection process. 

Experts recommend researching what flowers are appropriate for specific occasions. If you don’t have time to research, your Calgary florist will help with appropriate recommendations based on the occasion.

When you do this, you’ll discover that different flowers are ideal. And you can start coming up with the best flower arrangements. You can decide to send a bouquet of a single flower or a mix of flowers complementing each other to make a lasting impression. 

If the occasion is a big event, you’ll need extra information like:

  • Color – regardless of the event, the flowers should mesh with the color theme. 
  • Capture the event’s essence – if you are planning a gala, then the flower arrangements should be grand. On the flip side, if it’s a corporate event for professionals, simple and minimal flower arrangements are perfect.   

Space

 This has more to do with how much space the recipient has. Unfortunately, it’s tricky to plan regarding space since you don’t know what they intend to do with your gift. 

To succeed in this, you need to have some knowledge of the recipient’s immediate surroundings. If they don’t have a lot of space to put the flowers, sending a large assortment would go to waste. While the recipient may love it, they may not enjoy the bouquet to the fullest for lack of space. 

If you do not know their immediate environment, you should go for a smaller bouquet. This way, they have sufficient space to accommodate and enjoy your kind and thoughtful gesture. 

Verify recipient information

Most often than not, you’ll have a Calgary florist send the flowers on your behalf. While you may have the recipients, address, and contact information in memory, the florist doesn’t. Some florists will take time to confirm the recipient’s information. However, in most cases, it’s up to you to ensure the information on the package is correct. 

The last thing you want is a perfect bouquet to end up in the wrong hands. As such, take time to go over the details, including the name, phone number, and address. Double and triple-check if need be.  

Choose your Calgary Florist Wisely

This is a crucial step that can ruin the flower-sending process. If you chose the wrong person for the job, don’t be shocked when they don’t execute it well. In this case, the Calgary florist is the expert in your flower-sending equation. 

Before settling on florists, read through their reviews. Find a florist that has a high customer satisfaction rate and a good reputation. Getting a proven florist is even more important because not all of them will give you a sneak peek at the flower arrangement before it’s sent. To ensure you always have the best arrangement sent, only work with professionals.  

Aside from good service, professional and expert florists go out of their way to use fresh flowers in bouquets making the gift even more unique and impactful.

Sending the order

How you place an order depends on the florist you choose. Some allow you to place an order online, while others require direct communication. Whichever the case, you’ll need to put everything together before placing the order. Be thorough in the information you offer and make sure you verify the information. 

Also, collect all relevant information from the florist, including arrangement costs, delivery charges, expected delivery dates, and more. Find out how florists handle discrepancies. These policies could work in your favor or against you. 

Once you have everything you need and provide the recipient’s information, finalize the order.  

What Now?

Clearly, sending flowers is easy. However, we should iterate the importance of confirming recipient details, placing an order several days in advance, and choosing the best florist in the region. Don’t be afraid to ask a question about the process and ask for guidance whenever necessary.