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Why are florist bouquets or arrangements so expensive?

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Florist arrangements can often be perceived as expensive due to several factors: Quality of Flowers: Florists typically source high-quality, fresh flowers for their arrangements. This quality comes at a cost, as premium flowers are often more expensive to grow and maintain. Labor and Expertise: Crafting floral arrangements requires skill, creativity, and time. Florists invest significant effort into designing, arranging, and ensuring the longevity of their creations. The labor involved in creating intricate arrangements contributes to the overall cost. Seasonality and Availability: The availability of certain flowers can fluctuate based on the season and region. Rare or out-of-season blooms may need...

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How do I send flowers online near Columbia, Tennnessee?

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How do I send flowers online near Columbia, Tennnessee?

If you are looking to send flowers to anyone in Columbia, Tennessee consider Bloomstall Flowers.  Voted the best florist in Columbia two years in a row in 2021 and 2022.  We are a locally owned and operated flower shop.  Unlike all of the national order taker websites you see advertising on google as "local", we are a real flower shop in the heart of Columbia, Tennessee.   Shop our one of a kind flower arrangements now.  We offer same day fresh flower delivery to any address within 12 miles of downtown Columbia. Sending flowers is as easy as picking out the...

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How do people afford fresh flowers?

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How do people afford fresh flowers?

While it is true that flowers are often considered an extravagance they have also been proven to improve the mood of anyone around them.  It could be argued that the cost of fresh flowers can be outweighed by their emotional benefit.   Buying fresh flowers does not have to be expensive.  At Bloomstall Flowers we have a fresh flower bar that we fill daily with flowers that we sell be the stem so that you can build a bouquet within your budget.  You can spend as little or as much as you like. Affording fresh flowers is similar to buying any...

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Where do most people buy flowers?

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Where do most people buy flowers?

There are several places you can purchase fresh flowers.  Where you buy your flowers from depends on how they will be used. Grocery store flowers:  The bunches and simple bouquets at the checkout are normally a lower quality flower than a florist or flower shop.  Expect them to last 3-5 days.  Grocery store flowers are good for adding a pop of color to just about any room. Flower stand flowers:  If you live in a rural area there may be a flower farm near you that sells flowers on a roadside stand.  Keep in mind that these flowers have been...

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How to keep fresh cut flowers fresher longer?

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How to keep fresh cut flowers fresher longer?

One of the most commonly asked questions of florists is "How do I make my bouquet/arrangement last longer?" Here are some tips that will help to extend the life of your flower arrangement. If you are buying a wrapped bouquet take it straight home and don't leave it in the car for an extended period.  It's going without water and can wilt quickly.  Snip ALL of the stems about a quarter of an inch and at an angle, you can use a pair of scissors.  The angle is to prevent the stems from lying flat on the bottom of your vessel,...

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