Houston Flower Delivery FAQ: 25 Questions Answered by a Local Florist
Written by Floral Concepts - Houston
We answer these questions every day at our Houston shop, so we put them all in one place. Whether you need same day flower delivery in Houston, flowers for a hospital room or a funeral service, or just want to know what to write on the card, the answers are below.
Ordering and Timing
1. Do you offer same day flower delivery in Houston?
Yes. Order by 1 PM, Monday to Friday, and your flowers are delivered the same afternoon anywhere in our Houston delivery area. Learn more about same day flower delivery in Houston.
2. What is the cutoff time for same-day delivery?
1 PM, Monday to Friday. Orders placed after 1 PM are delivered the next delivery day.
3. Do you deliver on Saturday?
yes, place order Saturday early morning if you want same day delivery. If the occasion is on the weekend, a Friday delivery is the safest choice.
4. Do you deliver on Sunday?
No Sunday delivery. You can still place an order online on Sunday for Monday delivery.
5. How far ahead should I order?
For everyday gifts, a day or two ahead gives you the most choice. For holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine's Day and Mother's Day, order several days to a week ahead.
6. Can I order by phone instead of online?
Yes. Call our Houston shop at (281) 599-3399 and our team will help you choose an arrangement and place the order.
Delivery
7. Is same-day delivery free?
No , We offer local flower delivery starting at just $10.00, with flexible options including same-day, next-day and scheduled delivery. For a full breakdown of fees and timing, see how much flower delivery costs in Houston.
8. Which areas do you deliver to?
We deliver across Houston, including River Oaks, the Heights, Bellaire, Memorial, the Galleria and the Texas Medical Center, plus nearby communities such as Katy, Sugar Land, Spring and Pearland.
9. Can I choose a delivery time?
We deliver throughout the day and can't guarantee an exact time, but we can note special requests, such as morning delivery to an office.
10. What happens if no one is home?
Our driver will call the recipient. If there's no answer, we leave the flowers in a safe, shaded spot if possible, or arrange another attempt.
11. What details should I include with my order?
The recipient's phone number, any gate code, and apartment or suite number. These three details prevent most delivery delays.
12. Can you deliver to an office or business?
Yes. Include the company name and suite number, and we'll deliver to the front desk or reception. We also handle office and corporate orders.
13. Should I tip the delivery driver?
Tipping is never required, but customers are always welcome to thank their driver.
Hospitals, Funerals and Sympathy
14. Can you deliver flowers to a Houston hospital?
Yes. We deliver to hospitals across Houston, including every hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Include the patient's full name, building and room number. See our guide to hospital flower delivery in Houston.
15. Are flowers allowed in every hospital room?
No. ICU, oncology and some other units don't allow fresh flowers. Check with the nurses' station or the family before ordering.
16. Can you deliver to a funeral home?
Yes. Include the funeral home name and the service date and time, and we'll deliver before visitation. See our funeral flowers for standing sprays, casket sprays and wreaths.
17. What should I send to a grieving family's home?
A soft vase arrangement or a living plant is a gentle choice that the family can keep. See our sympathy flowers in Houston for ideas.
18. What do I write on a sympathy card?
Keep it short and sincere, such as "With deepest sympathy, thinking of you and your family" or "Holding you close in our thoughts."
Flowers and Prices
19. How much does flower delivery cost in Houston?
Most bouquets range from about $89 - $100 , plus any delivery fee. Larger arrangements, roses and funeral pieces cost more.
20. What if the flowers I picked aren't available?
Our designers will create a similar arrangement with the same style, colors and value, using the freshest flowers available that day.
21. Do you design arrangements by hand?
Yes. As a local Houston florist since 1969, we design every arrangement by hand in our own shop. We don't pass your order to another florist.
22. Can I add a gift such as chocolates or a balloon?
Yes, you can add extras to most orders at checkout. add-ons available, e.g. chocolates, balloons, plush
23. What should I write on a birthday or thank-you card?
Short and personal works best: "Happy birthday! Hope your day is as bright as these flowers" or "Thank you for everything this year."
After Delivery
24. How long will my flowers last?
Most arrangements last 5 to 7 days. Recut the stems, change the water every 2 days and keep them away from heat and fruit to make them last longer.
25. What if I'm not happy with my order?
Contact us right away at (281) 599-3399 and we'll make it right.
Order Flowers from a Local Houston Florist
Still have a question? Call us at (281) 599-3399. Ready to order? Shop our flower delivery in Houston and get fresh, hand-designed flowers delivered the same day when you order by 1 PM, Monday to Friday.
