Flower Delivery? Where do you want it to go?
Posted on 27. Jul, 2010 by admin in Blog
So here you are, searching the net for a florist that delivers in the area you need. You may ask yourself a few different questions.
1. Are they local? Yes. We are local. Locally owned and operated, by a fab husband and wife team. We are located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, BUT we deliver to ALL Seattle metro and surrounding areas. That means that if you want a delivery made around the corner or around the world, our flower shop can do it! From South Seattle to Lake City, Kenmore to Bothell, Shoreline to Edmonds, Kirkland to Bellevue, Clyde Hill to Mercer Island, these are the places your local Seattle Florist delivers to.
2. Do they deliver that far? How far? We have a team of florists all over the country/world that we work with to make sure that your Aunt in Tim-buck-to gets flowers. There may be some places we can’t get to, none of which I have discovered yet in my 15 years doing this job.
3. If I pick a pic online, will it look the same? The answer: yes and no. This is a tricky situation. Most of your big sending online places (FTD.com, Bloomstoday.com, 1800flowers.com) will show you this fantastic pic of flowers. They’ll collect the order and then send it to a florist that’s affiliated with them in that delivery area. From there, the florist gets the order and fills the order to value. Meaning: You see a gorgeous floral bouquet online for $29.99, nice and full with tons of flowers. The local florist cannot fill the order as pictured, as they are only receiving 65%-73% of the total $29.99 and have to eat the delivery fee (last time I checked, gas wasn’t free..neither was the delivery driver), so we do the best we can, but often times, your bouquet will be small, have similar colors and flowers, but will not look like their pic. Sorry. We do try, but we encourage our clients to order direct, this way, you will get something filled to the price you paid and is usually 10x prettier than anything they pictured.
Plus, you’re supporting a local family. This is not just a job, this is our life. Every day, we come to our shop, waiting to help you deliver sunshine to your corner of the world, whever that may be. Feel free to give us a call: 206-324-8845 or visit us online.
Flower shop Garage Sale
Posted on 21. Jul, 2010 by admin in Blog
Okay everybody. We’re gonna be trying something new. It’s going to be our first ever garage/sidewalk sale. Your local flower shop, Capitol Hill Flowers on 15th ave E and E Thomas, will be having our sale on Saturday (July 24th) from 9am – 5pm.
What will we have? Vases, baskets, containers, vintage mickey mouse containers, crystal containers, thanksgiving containers, christmas containers, some silks, birdhouses…and more. We’re cleanin out our cupboards and I’m sure we’ll have a treasure for you.
It’s a great time to buy..I guess you could call it a Christmas in July sale! I’d love to see you here, supporting a locally owned shop and make some new friends. A majority of the proceeds we will be donating to our favorite charity: Charity Water
When: July 24th
Where: 300 15th ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
Who: Capitol Hill Flowers
Why: We’re cleanin our cupboards for a good cause!
What kind of Blooms for a hot summer day?
Posted on 08. Jul, 2010 by admin in Blog
As I sit here writing this, I’m able to look outside…you know what I see? I see sun….sun and more sun! yay! I’d say summer is finally here and did it sure come in a hurry. Just seems like 2 days ago it was wet and cold. Along with this sunshine is warm weather..into the 90’s the next couple of days. (And no, I’m not complaining!) With this warm weather, there are a couple tips I can give you to prolong the life of your fresh floral bouquet (hopefully purchased from us?!).
The best flowers to buy: tropicals are awesome, sunflowers, alstromeria, carnations, daisies..these are your hardiest flowers.
1. When you get your flowers home, give the stems a fresh cut with a sharp knife on a diagonal. (if you cut them straight across, the stems will sit flat on bottom of vase and not be able to uptake water)
2. The water in the vase should be warm. This will help expand the capillaries in stems to encourage water uptake.
3. Floral preservative (not always necessary..especially for tropicals). Clean, fresh water is the most important (along with clean vase).
4. Put your flowers in a cool place..(not by a draft or an air conditioner as both will kill your flowers). Do not put in the sun or on top of TV set either. A kitchen table, entry way table, coffee table, etc… are good places.
5. Every 2 days, give your vase a good rinse. Add new warm water and cut the stems again (about 1/2 inch to 1 inch)
6. Clean water and clean containers are the #1 way to keep your flowers longer.
I hope this helps out and everybody out there is enjoying this sunshine. If you need flowers, you know who to call! 206-324-8845 You can also follow us on twitter or visit our facebook page.
What do you get Dad for Father’s Day this sunday?
Posted on 16. Jun, 2010 by admin in Blog
I’ve been in the floral industry for 15 years. Father’s Day used to be quite popular for plants, flowers, balloons, candy bouquets, gourmet/fruit baskets. In recent years, the trend is changing. What do you get Dad for Father’s Day?
I suppose it depends on the dad. What hobbies they have and such. I can only answer that question from a mom’s point of view. A homemade card, fresh flowers, maybe a cool hand made coupon book filled with redeemable coupons for dishwasher duty, yard work, etc…
The perfect day for dad could be as simple as breakfast in bed (or a goody basket filled with crackers, cheeses, coffee, etc), a small token gift (maybe a plant or a couple simple blooms of tropicals hand tied), a card telling him how much he means to you (even if he can be a little gruff…but only cause he loves you), a day spent doing ALL of HIS chores.
Whatever you choose to do for dad, we here at Blooms would love to help you out. Give us a call: 206-324-8845 or stop by 300 15th Ave E; Capitol Hill neighborhood.
It’s that time of year..Peonies are here!
Posted on 26. May, 2010 by admin in Blog, Just for Fun
The one flower that I love more than gerbera daisies, would have to be the peony. With the beautiful variety of colors and the scrumptuous scent, they are like no other. And Blooms (your local Seattle florist) has them, direct from the growers.
Did you know that the peony is named after Paeon (also spelled Paean), a student of Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine and healing. Asclepius became jealous of his pupil; Zeus saved Paeon from the wrath of Asclepius by turning him into the peony flower. And boy does he smell great! 
Stop by today and walk out with a wrapped bunch or order for delivery over the phone with me: 206-324-8845
Stargazer Garden
Posted on 26. May, 2010 by admin in Featured Flowers
A beautiful vased arrangement fill with belles or ireland, stargazer lilies, liatris and stock with a variety of greens and filler. Very lovely bouquet for any occasion.
Blooms can deliver anywhere in Seattle metro and surround areas. Give us a call: 206-324-8845 or order online anytime.
Thanks a Latte
Posted on 26. May, 2010 by admin in Featured Flowers
Have something to be thankful for? Want to send flowers to say Thanks? Then this is the bouquet for you! An oversized mug filled with fresh flowers.
Let Blooms help you say “thanks”. Order now for $34.99
It’s your lucky day bouquet
Posted on 26. May, 2010 by admin in Featured Flowers
Make their day lucky indeed with our stunning fresh green and white bouquet of carnations, Gerberas, lilies and more. A terrific gift to wish them luck and bring them peace for a Birthday, Graduation or any special occasion. The freshest carnations, Gerbera daisies, Asiatic lilies, daisy poms, button poms and more, all in gorgeous shades of green and white.
Blooms can deliver anywhere in Seattle metro and surrounding areas.
Order now for $49.99
Roses and Peruvian Lilies
Posted on 26. May, 2010 by admin in Featured Flowers
You have a graduation coming up? These are a perfect combo for your $$. Alstromeria is long lasting and comes in a wonderful variety of colors. Roses, how can you ever go wrong with those? Together, they’re the dynamic duo.
As pictured this would be $44.99 (comes with the vase). If you want them wrapped presentation style it would be $34.99
Call us here at Blooms (your local Seattle florist) to make sure your graduate knows how awesome they really are: 206-324-8845 or order online here.
The Money Tree
Posted on 26. May, 2010 by admin in Featured Flowers
Until money really does grow on trees, you can make a sound investment with a money tree that wishes prosperity to all who possess it.
Lush and beautiful fresh money tree plant makes an impressive gift for the home or office. Have Blooms deliver anywhere in Seattle metro and surrounding areas for you.
Arrives in a striking ceramic pot; ceramic pot and drip tray may vary.