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Who doesn’t love the sweet fragrance drifting off a fresh bunch of flowers? We certainly do. There’s nothing better than getting a knock on the door with some boxed-up roses, lilies or freesias. If you’re looking to treat yourself or someone you love (cough cough, Mumsies out there), we’ve found the best flower delivery services out there.
Don’t worry about panic buying some last-minute flowers at your local supermarket, because a lot of online flower delivery services offer next-day delivery. That’s what we call blooming service.
Not sure what flowers will look amazing in your Mum's new home or which bunch to pick to cheer them up if they're having a bad day? Then we’ve found some incredible options online to uplift someone's day with a wonderful bouquet.
Whether you're looking to buy a bunch to treat a friend, brighten up your decor or put a smile on someone's face for their birthday, we've found the best flower delivery services to do so.
SHOP: The best flower delivery services to use in 2023
Best flower delivery service
1 of 10Homeland Florists
Editor's Choice for the best flower delivery service
We are blown away by Homeland Florist's variation of bouquets, and they are highly reviewed on Amazon. A small business running for 40 years and counting, one happy customer states "Arrived right on time and very well packaged. The recipient was overwhelmed by the fragrance (in a good way!) of the flowers and was very impressed with the freshness and vibrant colours. A generous number of blooms means they were able to split the bunch into 2-3 separate vases! Very happy indeed and will certainly use this seller again!"
£21.95+
2 of 10Clare Florist
The best bespoke flower delivery service
Clare Florist offers a selection for every budget, hand-arranged by their expert florists. As well, you can get a free personalised gift message with each bouquet. Most flowers include next-day delivery - make sure to check the title, it'll be mentioned there.
£22.50+
3 of 10Bloompost
The best letterbox flower delivery service
Looking for letterbox flowers? Bloompost is available on Amazon and the size of the box means that someone doesn't even have to be in to sign for them. They offer next day free delivery. Plus, if you're curious, they have other selections in their Amazon shop - such as house plants and dried flowers.
£14.70+
4 of 10Bloom & Wild
The best flower delivery service for occasions
Bloom & Wild has quickly become one of the most popular flower delivery services in the UK due to its unique bouquets and reliable, friendly service. Choose from stunning festive bouquets, letterbox flowers and more. They've also got many occasion-themed bunches to choose from, like Mother's Day, Birthdays or With Sympathies.
5 of 10Moonpig Flowers
The best affordable flower delivery service
If there's one brand that's saved our bacon many a time when we've forgotten to buy birthday cards, it's Moonpig. Did you know they also do flowers too? With a great and affordable range of letterbox flowers and other bouquets, you can get both your special occasion cards and flowers in one place. Plus, they have a Mother's Day deal right now - free delivery on Mother's Day flowers with code: MDAYFLOW.
6 of 10Interflora
The best eco-friendly flower delivery service
Floral giant Interflora always delivers when it comes to pretty bouquets. Each bunch is beautifully gift-wrapped in eco-friendly packaging. Plus, you can gift other goodies like prosecco and chocolate, mini plants in pots, and cheese hampers.
7 of 10Serenata Flowers
The best subscription flower delivery service
Bring a little magic into any home with Serenata Flowers. Plus, they offer free next-day delivery from Monday to Sunday (if you order by 10 pm) and there are options to suit even the most modest of budgets. If you want to gift yourself or a loved one a flower subscription, they have a plethora to choose from, with a free vase on your first order.
8 of 10Appleyard Flowers
The best International Women's Day flower delivery service
From letterbox flowers to plants, flower subscriptions and even hampers, Appleyard London is where to go for those special moments. This includes International Women's Day, on Wednesday 8 March. Treat yourself or your lady friends and celebrate with some feminine flowers. This luxury floral and gifting brand offers next-day delivery on flower arrangements across the UK.
9 of 10Blossoming Gifts
The best unique flower delivery service
Whether you're looking for a traditional bunch of flowers or something less conventional, Blossoming Gifts has an arrangement for every occasion. If you're looking to gift a one-of-a-kind bouquet, the multicoloured rainbow roses or lilies, or perhaps their blue roses are an exceptional choice.
10 of 10Waitrose Florist
The best supermarket flower delivery service
Waitrose is bringing all the fresh flower joy with its gorgeous selection of flowers. I mean seriously, LOOK AT THESE BLOOMS. They are currently offering free delivery on all Mother's Day flowers ordered by the 12th of March. You can also add a box of chocolates to your order.
How to keep flowers fresh for longer
Want to keep your flowers looking beautiful for as long as possible? We spoke to experts at Serenata Flowers who have given us the low down on how to keep blooms looking fresher for longer.
Here are seven simple tricks you should follow:
Tip one – Keep them well-groomed
Once a flower has been removed from its source of water, it’ll wilt quickly, and air will plug the water-conducting cells. Trim half an inch off the lower stem so that the water can be absorbed freely.
Use a sharp unserrated knife and cut on a slant – exposing more surface area.
Tip two – Harden the flowers
Hardening your flowers speeds up the water uptake through the stems, thanks to kinetic energy in the warm water.
After cutting the stems, place the flowers in 43.5-degree water.
Leave to sit in a cool location for an hour or two.
Tip three – Preserve them with hairspray
Just as it preserves your hairstyle, hairspray keeps flowers pristine and prevents them from wilting.
Remove flowers from the vase and spray – holding can several inches away, lightly spray the petal undersides.
Hang flowers upside down to dry before returning them to the vase.
Tip four – Don’t mix fruit and flowers
Some fruits – particularly kiwis, apples and bananas – produce ethylene, which rots nearby plants and fruits.
Keep plants well clear from your fruit bowl and away from hot spots.
If you’re going away, put flowers in the coldest spot in the house to slow water loss.
Tip five – Keep them well fed
Commercial preservatives are the best choice, but DIY 7 Up or Sprite mixture can also keep them happy.
Mix together a cup of water, a cup of Sprite and half a teaspoon of household bleach.
If more liquid is required then increase the amounts proportionally.
Tip six – Clean your vases
Vases in regular use often contain microorganisms that will kill off your flowers.
Fill the vase with hot water and mix in a tablespoon of baking soda and white vinegar.
Scrub the insides with a cloth, empty the mixture and dry before housing new flowers.
Tip seven – Keep flowers away from appliances
TVs and laptops give off heat, which can lead to flowers becoming dehydrated.
Place flowers in a cool spot where they will receive plenty of light.
Make sure they have plenty of water and mist the petals daily.