Is it cheaper to buy flowers from a florist? The short answer is no. Grocery stores and big box retailers purchase their flowers in bulk. Their buying power allows them to drive the price down. Flowers are often a loss leader for grocery stores. That means that they take a loss on flowers to drive you into the store by advertising cheap prices.
A florist is typically more expensive, and the reason is that they are a professional and your flower arrangement will be carefully created by them. Many grocery store bouquets are little more than six or so of the same flower in cellophane. When you purchase a cheap bunch of flowers at the grocery store don't expect it to last long.
Florists spend years honing their craft and know the right flowers to use and when. They can also customize arrangements and bouquets with the flowers of your choice and use color combinations that match your event or holiday. When it comes to grocery store flowers it's more of a "get what you get" scenario.
Any specialized service is often more expensive than a general one. This holds true for floristry, also called the art of flower design.
Bloomstall Flower Boutique's owner and lead floral designer Michelle has over five years of flower design experience. She creates exclusive flower art designs you won't see anywhere else. Bloomstall delivers flowers to the Columbia, Tennessee area and Michelle is available for floral design for weddings and events for all of middle Tennessee including Nashville, Franklin, Spring Hill, and Thompson's Station.
FAQs
Local Florists Don't Tack On Extra Fees
Your local florist will include the cost in the total arrangement fee. Some online florists add a finders fee and commission fee, bringing the total cost way up. The quality may not match the price you pay.
Is it better to order from a local florist? ›
Local Florists Don't Tack On Extra Fees
Your local florist will include the cost in the total arrangement fee. Some online florists add a finders fee and commission fee, bringing the total cost way up. The quality may not match the price you pay.
Why do people buy flowers from a grocery store instead of a florist? ›
Another reason many customers purchase grocery store flowers is convenience. When you are already picking up your dinner ingredients and household supplies it is easy and convenient to visit the floral department to pick out fresh flowers to brighten up your table.
Is it cheaper to call a local florist? ›
A local florist means you're buying directly from the source. So you won't pay the added markup that comes with ordering online. The markup is the difference between what retailers pay the florist for the flowers and what they charge customers. So you'll skip this when buying locally and get a better deal.
Why are grocery store flowers so much cheaper? ›
If you've ever purchased flowers at Kroger, Publix or even Trader Joe's you've probably noticed they are cheaper than purchasing flowers at a traditional flower shop, also called a florist. There are many reasons for this, but the main reason is the amount of wholesale flowers being purchased.
Why buy flowers from a florist? ›
Quality and Freshness
Florists also keep their flowers in optimal conditions to ensure their freshness. On the other hand, grocery store flowers are typically mass-produced, and there may not be as much attention paid to their quality and freshness.
Why is a florist so expensive? ›
Overhead Costs: Like any business, florists incur overhead expenses such as rent, utilities, staff wages, and equipment maintenance. These costs are factored into the pricing of floral arrangements to ensure the sustainability of the business.
Do supermarkets receive the same quality of flowers as a florist? ›
Flowers have different grades and generally grocery stores do not stock or use the highest-grade flowers, while florists normally do.
What is the etiquette for buying flowers? ›
Flower Etiquette
- Choose the Right Flower: Various cultures have assigned special meanings and superstitions to specific flowers. ...
- Know Your True Flower Colors: Along with the type of flower itself, choosing the right color is equally important.
However, since florists provide a service, tipping them is considered polite and conventional. You wouldn't let a pizza delivery person leave without a tip, would you? If you aren't sure who to tip or how much of a tip someone requires, a good rule of thumb is to give 15-20% of the total.
Determine the cost of producing a product or service and then add a markup to set the price. Florists can employ the Cost-Plus Pricing strategy to determine their prices by calculating the cost of floral arrangements and adding a markup.
Is FTD or 1800flowers better? ›
Although FTD flowers were given very slightly higher ratings overall in our limited test, we found that its mixed bouquets were much smaller than we expected based on the pictures on its site. Plus, though its prices for comparable products were a bit lower, it charged slightly higher fees.
Why are Trader Joe's flowers so cheap? ›
Because the brand purchases flowers in bulk directly from growers, the prices are much lower than what you would find in boutique flower shops and other major grocery stores. You can find bunches of flowers for as low as $3.99. That's pretty hard to beat!
How can I save money on fresh flowers? ›
Buy wholesale flowers
Wholesale flowers are often less expensive than special order flowers, so wholesale is the way to go if you want to save money on your wedding flowers. Buying in bulk also means you'll have enough flowers to make several arrangements for your big day.
What flowers from the grocery store last the longest? ›
Believe it or not, the key to picking out the longest-lasting flowers at a grocery store is choosing the cheap ones. Yes, you read that right! “Specific varieties of flowers that tend to have a longer vase life are roses, alstroemeria, carnations, and chrysanthemums,” Fleck says.
What are the disadvantages of online flower delivery? ›
Limited Selection
When ordering flowers online, you may be limited in selecting blooms, arrangements, and vases. Some online florists may offer a narrow range of options. The bouquets available for purchase may be less creative or unique than those in a brick-and-mortar florist shop.
How do you know if a florist is good? ›
Excellent Service: Look for convenient hours, easy-access location and a satisfaction-guarantee. Helpful Suggestions: Good florists ask questions about what you're looking for, offer expert advice and suggest floral gifts to match any sentiment, occasion, personality or home decor.
Do you tip a local florist? ›
However, since florists provide a service, tipping them is considered polite and conventional. You wouldn't let a pizza delivery person leave without a tip, would you? If you aren't sure who to tip or how much of a tip someone requires, a good rule of thumb is to give 15-20% of the total.
