For our freshest, most beautiful blooms, please shop our Florist’s Choice options, as we may be experiencing
delays in receiving shipments of certain flower types.
Please note that for all other orders, we may need to replace stems so we can deliver the freshest bouquet possible, and we may have to use a different vase.
We promise to always deliver a fresh, beautiful, and completely one-of-a-kind gift of the same or greater value as what you selected.
Deliveries may also be impacted by COVID-19 restrictions. Rest assured that we are taking all recommended precautions to ensure customer satisfaction and safety.
Delivery impacts may include:
Restricted deliveries to hospitals or nursing homes
Restricted deliveries to office buildings
Restricted access to certain regional areas
In addition, we may be using “no contact” delivery procedures. After confirming that the
recipient is available to accept, their gift will be left at the door and the delivery driver will step back a
safe distance to ensure they receive their gift.
Please see our About Us page for more details. We appreciate
your understanding and support!
With Gift Now, Deliver Later, you'll send smiles twice! Here's how:
SMILE 1
When you complete your purchase, your lucky recipient will instantly receive a surprise email that includes your card message and a picture of the flowers you chose.
SMILE 2
As soon as possible (usually within two weeks), we'll contact your recipient to schedule delivery of their gorgeous floral gift. Trust us, it'll be worth the wait!
Bright and cheerful, not sad and droopy. Sunflowers are perfect - impossible to look at without smiling. Mixed bright bouquets work great, just avoid anything too fragrant if they're dealing with nausea. Plants are good for long recoveries since they last. Stay away from white lilies or anything funeral-ish - nobody wants death vibes when they're trying to heal. Our Bradenton team suggests yellow, orange, or pink flowers. They just look healthier.
We deliver to hospitals in Bradenton, FL, but you need to do some prep work first. Before ordering, call the hospital and ask: Do they allow flower deliveries? What are the delivery hours? Any restrictions on balloons or plants? Then get the patient's full name (as registered), room number, unit/floor, and the main hospital phone number. If there's a chance they'll be discharged soon, also provide their home address and phone number when you order. Blushing Flowers needs all this info to ensure delivery. If they've been discharged when we arrive, we'll try delivering to the home address you provided - but without it, we're stuck. Some hospitals have strict policies (ICU often says no flowers), so checking first saves everyone hassle. Redelivery may have a fee, but we'll work with you on the situation.
Depends on the situation. Flowers are great for short hospital stays or minor stuff - instant cheer, no long-term commitment. Plants work better for longer recoveries, chronic conditions, or when they're home for a while. Plants give them something to nurture (helps with feeling useless), plus they last. Some people in Bradenton prefer plants because they're less sick person and more thinking of you. Blushing Flowers suggests asking yourself: will they be better in a week? Flowers. Longer? Plant.
Keep it simple and positive. Thinking of you, Sending sunshine your way, or Hope these brighten your room always work. If you're close, gentle humor helps - These flowers are better looking than hospital food or Rest up and feel better soon. For longer recoveries, focus on support: Take all the time you need or Were here for you. Blushing Flowers has premade message options when you order online, or write your own custom message and we'll include it on the card with Bradenton delivery. The main thing is letting them know they're not forgotten. Sometimes just signing your name with a heart is enough. People appreciate the gesture more than the perfect words.