Sad to say, very disappointed. Ordered flowers for my wife for Valentine's Day 2019. There were a couple of things that stood out ...
1.) Nothing is perfect, and I wasn't expecting an exact match, recognizing the fine print beforehand, "When you order custom designs, they will be produced as closely as possible to the picture. Please remember that each design is custom made. No two arrangements are exactly alike and color and/or variety substitutions of flowers and containers may be necessary. Prices and availability of seasonal flowers may vary."
However, the number of star-gazer lilies in the photo vs. the 3 in the bouquet is surprising, and for over $100, very shocking. Secondly, the received bouquet comprised of a lot of carnations and greenery. Third, roses added, but not pictured originally, were already beginning to wilt. Lastly, blue. Why? It just seemed odd for Valentine's Day.
2.) Perhaps I'm wrong, but stem leaves in the water I hear is a big no-no from years of buying flowers as they decay in the water and subsequently shorten the life of the bloom.
3.) Surprised to see that no flower flood was provided to keep the health of the bouquet. Luckily had an extra, re-cut stems, and refreshed the water to keep the roses alive that are wilting faster than the other flowers. I have found flower food to be essential to keeping a bouquet for weeks.
What did I learn:
1.) When you order flowers from a distance, you are at the mercy of the florist. Should've done what I always do, build your own bouquet. I honestly could've done better and cheaper at a grocery store.
2.) Don't order flowers to be delivered on a Monday. Probably much like grocery stores you don't want to order after a weekend as more than likely the fresh flowers arrive during the week.
3.) Don't spend over $100 on flowers unless your absolutely sure. read more