Buying Flowers Online: A Complete Guide

Why Go Online for Flowers?

Ah, the sweet smell of fresh flowers again! But wait, you don't have to leave your home to quality fresh flowers to experience it. How come? Welcome to the era of buying flowers online. It's like walking through a blooming garden, but digitally. So, what's the buzz about?

Convenience - Need I say more? Time is precious. Why spend it stuck in traffic for day flower delivery?
Variety - Have you ever seen a rose blushing next to an exotic orchid in a physical store? Online, they're just a click away.
Round-the-clock Availability - Insomniac? No problem. The online flower shop doesn't sleep.

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What to Consider When Buying Online

Type of Flowers

Roses are red; violets are blue. What flower speaks to you? The type of flower you choose can set the mood. Birthdays? Try Gerbera daisies. Romantic evening? Red roses, of course!

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Type of Flowers: The Language They Speak

Choosing the right flower isn't just a matter of aesthetic or personal preference; each flower has its own unique language. This diverse flora lexicon can communicate a range of sentiments—from love and friendship to sympathy and congratulations. Let's explore the rich vocabulary offered by the flower world.

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Roses: The Universal Love Symbol

When you think of romance, roses likely come to mind. But these blooms are versatile, with colours like red for love, yellow for friendship, and white for purity.

Tulips: Harbingers of Spring

Tulips signify rebirth and new beginnings, perfect for spring events or a gift to celebrate new life.

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Mixed Flowers: The Floral Orchestra

Can't decide? A mixed flower arrangement can help you express a myriad of emotions. Mix and match based on colour symbolism, or go with what pleases the eye.

Lilies: Elegant and Meaningful

Lilies are often associated with purity, renewal, and transition, making them suitable for various milestones in life, from weddings to funerals.

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Carnations: Emotional Chameleons

Carnations can represent love, admiration, and even sorrow. Their colours often determine in detail their specific meaning, such as red for love or white for pure affection.

Sunflowers: Rays of Sunshine

These uplifting blooms signify joy, adoration, and longevity. They're ideal for bringing a smile to someone's face.

Daisies: Youthful and Innocent

Daisies symbolise innocence and are often given to celebrate new beginnings or to brighten someone's day.

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Cut Kale: The Trendy Choice

Though unconventional, cut kale in arrangements signifies appreciation for beauty in all forms. It adds texture and a modern touch to any bouquet.

Flower & Gift Combos: Double the Happiness

Sometimes, flowers paired with chocolates or wine say it best. These combos serve as a complete package for celebration.

Proteas: The Unique Standout

Representing courage and diversity, Proteas are a daring but thoughtful choice for a passionate company making a bold statement.

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Gerberas: Vibrant and Cheerful

These are a go-to for birthdays and cheerful celebrations, symbolizing joy and vibrancy.

Anthuriums: Exotic and Alluring

These heart-shaped blooms represent hospitality and are often used to make guests feel special.

Seasonal Flowers: Timely and Fresh

Seasonal blooms like chrysanthemums in the fall or peonies in the spring can offer fresher, more affordable choices of day flowers while being thematically appropriate.

Irises: The Bloom of Hope

Traditionally representing hope and faith, Irises can be given in various settings where encouragement or comfort is needed.

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Orchids: Refined and Exotic

Orchids represent luxury and rare beauty, making them an excellent choice for a special, unforgettable gift or occasion.

Baby's Breath Flowers: The Subtle Accents

These are often filler flowers but can stand alone to symbolise purity and innocence.

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Luxury Flowers: The Premium Selection

Opt for high-end breeds of roses, lilies, or orchids when you want to make a grand gesture.

Silk & Artificial Flowers: Everlasting Beauty

These options are for those who love the beauty of flowers but prefer a keepsake that lasts forever.

Green Plants: Long-lasting Sentiments

Potted green plants like succulents are trendy and signify enduring friendship.

Premium Luxury Roses: The Ultimate Expression

Long-stemmed, often specially bred, these roses epitomise love and luxury.

By understanding the language of flowers, you will deliver flowers that can convey intricate emotions and sentiments without saying a word. Choose wisely, and your bouquet of flowers will speak volumes.

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Flower Arrangements

Ever wonder why some flowers are arranged like they are ready for a Vogue photoshoot? That's the art of flower arrangements—each designed to evoke a certain emotion.

Cost

How affordable are prices? How deep are your pockets? Prices range from affordable to "Oh wow, that's a small fortune!"

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Are you a last-minute Larry or a well-planned Polly? Timing, delivery, quality and location are vital. Make sure to check if the vendor delivers to your area.

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How to Choose a Reputable Online Flower Shop

Don't let a scam nip your floral dreams in the bud. Look for shops with a professional website, clear terms of service, and a well-defined privacy policy.

The Joy of Customisation of Flowers and Gift Hampers

The sky's the limit, from gifts to a handwritten note to an assortment of chocolates. Make your birthday gift special!

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FAQS

Absolutely! Flower and gift combos are an excellent choice for corporate gifts. Imagine sending a stylish bouquet of premium roses alongside a box of gourmet chocolates to celebrate a milestone with a client or to congratulate a team on a job well done. The added benefit is that these gifts suit various occasions, from welcoming a new client to thanking long-standing partners.

Regarding nationwide delivery of gift hampers, reliability is often a concern. Most reputable flower and gift delivery services offer a tracking system and guaranteed delivery dates, ensuring your gifts arrive on time and in pristine condition like we do at Fabulous Flowers.

Seasonal flowers can be an excellent choice for corporate gifts because they offer fresh, timely selections that can be more affordable than out-of-season blooms. We deliver fresh flowers in Cape Town but can deliver gift hampers nationwide.

The element of seasonality adds a personal touch that clients or employees will appreciate. Many providers offer nationwide delivery of gift hampers that can include these seasonal arrangements, ensuring you can spread seasonal cheer across the office, regardless of location.

These questions can help you navigate the landscape of gift-giving, whether you're aiming for personal sentiment or a corporate gesture.

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Classic White Bouquet
Ronel Wright (Cape Town, ZA)
Fabulous indeed

Our friend was delighted with the exquisite bunch of flowers
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Jill Skowno (Plettenberg Bay, ZA)

My friend was delighted with your lovely flower arrangement and the bottle of Steenberg bubbly.

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Dusty Pink Rose Box
Mrs P A Marek (Cape Town, ZA)
Dusky pink roses

Always excellent service. Recipient thrilled with the flowers.

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Country Flowers Wooden Basket
Audrey (Guildford, GB)

Thank you for the most fabulous basket of flowers delivered the same day to my mom for her 92nd birthday. I was ordering from overseas so taking a chance but they were amazing. Not only that but you delivered an extra bunch as a gift which were also stunning! Many thanks for helping to make a special person feel special. Will definitely use you again!

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Bought to accompany some flowers. (The flowers were incredibly well received).

This generated almost as much rapture as the flowers.

The recipient, who is a connoisseur of these things, said it was the best cupcake she had had in a very, very long time. Almost had, I should say. My grandson demanded half.

He was also a big fan although, being 3, his enthusiasm for these things does exceed his experience, as yet.

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Pink Expression Bouquet
Annie Dennis (Auckland, NZ)
Good work team Fabulous Flowers

The team was requested to go the extra mile & delivered! Fantastic sevice and fabulous flowers! Your effort was appreciated, thank you 💖

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Dusty Pink Rose Box
Naedene (Bandar Seri Begawan, BN)
Dusty Pink Rose Box

Gorgeous arrangement to beautify any home! My go-to for a meaningful gift.

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Harmony Flower Arrangement
Huda Abrahams (Dubai, AE)
Friends & flowers

I love the harmony arrangement so much. It’s perfect for any gifting- birthdays or new baby arrivals, especially since I’m not there in person to celebrate the occasion. It makes for the perfect surprise. Thank you so much for making this beautiful arrangement for the special people in my life.

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Pink Expression Bouquet
Ruth Evans (Edinburgh, GB)
Ordering from the UK

Thank you so much for providing a stunning bouquet which was sent as a heartfelt thank you. Paula was absolutely delighted with them. It is great to know I have found somewhere that can provide beautiful flowers for friends and family in Cape Town from the UK. Thank you 😊

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Fabulous Premium Platter
Charmaine Claassens (Mandurah, AU)
Super Fantastic

Parents loved the Premium platter. Delivery was on time. Great service.

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White Purity Vase Arrangement
Sue Price (Cape Town, ZA)

My girlfriend absolutely lived her flower arrangement! Thank you!

Superb

This was a gift for my wife. Ordered sight unseen over the web.

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My wife, who knows more about these things, says the arrangement is absolutely flawless.

Money very well spent. Extremely happy will all aspects of the service. I will definitely use again .

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Pretty in Pink and Purple
Kenneth Botham (Reading, GB)
Flowers for the funeral of Pamela Sharp 6th November 2023

I ordered the flowers from the U.K. and did not attend the funeral but
my Brother-in-Law said the arrangement was beautiful and I thank you
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Joy in a Jar
Audrey Pfister (Dubai, AE)

absolutely beautiful. thank u

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Succulent Surprise
Jacqui (Parkville, US)
Beautiful display that will last longer than a bouquet.

Sent my sister this for her 50th birthday! Said it was gorgeous and from photos, it looks exactly like it does online. Wanted to send her something special but I live in the US, so this was super easy way to get a surprise delivered to her on her birthday. Succulents are also very forgiving and easy to care for. So hopefully a gift she will get many years of enjoyment from.

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Protea Vase Arrangement
Silvia Rappenecker (Bad Sackingen, DE)
Top Service und Qualität

Ich habe von Deutschland aus den Strauß "PROTEA VASE ARRANGEMENT" an jemanden in Kapstadt verschenkt. Die Person hat mir ein Foto geschickt. Der Strauß sah dem im Onlinekatalog sehr ähnlich und wurde schnell und gut geliefert. Ich habe schon ein paar andere Anbieter ausprobiert, bevor ich fabulousflowers entdeckt habe. Die anderen Lieferanten waren allesamt enttäuschend. für mich kommt kein anderer Anbieter mehr in Frage.

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Pretty in Pink and Purple
Steven D (Johannesburg, ZA)
A Lovely Gift from Afar

I bought this for a family member's birthday - I am in Joburg and they are in Cape Town. I previously purchased a bouquet of proteas from Fabulous Flowers for the same family member's birthday and I was just as impressed with this arrangement as I was with the proteas. I'm told the flowers lasted for longer than expected and were very pretty. The variety and colours really made the flowers 'pop'. Would happily purchase again.

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Joy in a Jar
Pam (Cape Town, ZA)
Stunning and special!

Perfectly beautiful - 'Joy in a Jar'- loved and enjoyed by a friend in hospital.
Thank you Fabulous Flowers!

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Luxury Picnic Gift Box
Audrey Meadows (Edinburgh, GB)
Excellent hamper and service

As always the hampers was amazing and my sister loved every item. Will always but from this excellent store.

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Harmony Flower Arrangement
Robyn McGlinchey (Liverpool, GB)
Delighted mum

I ordered these flowers for my mum's birthday as I could not be with her in person. Despite ordering them over the weekend, they arrived first thing Monday morning and absolutely made her day. She was gushing over how beautiful the bouquet was. She felt really special on her special day. Thanks to everyone at Fabulous Flowers for helping me spoil my mum from afar.

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Harmony Flower Arrangement
Leah Cooke (Johannesburg, ZA)
Even more beautiful in real life

The arrangement as absolutely exquisite and the service was honestly incredible! After struggling to complete my order online, Melissa swooped in and made sure everything was perfect!

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Joy in a Jar
Lesley Claassens (West Drayton, GB)
Joy in a jar!

I sent these beauties to my nephews wife for her birthday. Which was 3 months after he died of Brain cancer. I am sure they brought her some joy in the moment.

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Simply Scrumptious Snack Gift Box
Mike Diedricks (Auckland, NZ)
Simply Scrumptious Snack Gift Box

Was very happy with the service provided, the recipient was elated with his gift box. Will recommend Fabulous Flowers anytime

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Happiness in a Jar
Chantell van den Heever (Windhoek, NA)
happiness all round

Being in Namibia, using this service was easy and very convenient, and the result was "happiness all round" I chose Happiness in a Jar for a birthday delivery in Somerset West and all worked out perfectly. Thank you

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Lavender Garden Bouquet
Svenja Wachtel (Munich, DE)
Outstanding service

Absolut fantastic service, amazing flowers. Couldn’t be happier with the quick responses and the helpful exchange.