Grandparents Day is just around the corner—this year, it falls on Sunday, September 12. Have you thought about how you will celebrate your grandparents (or your parents who are grandparents) yet?

In the age of COVID-19, these types of holidays have often been celebrated from a distance. The rise of the delta variant has led to many people returning to quarantine and separating from friends and family.

The good news is there are still ways you can show your appreciation and love for your grandparents, even if you cannot physically gather with them. One of the best ways is to send flowers, balloons and other gifts, along with a nice greeting card.

Here are just a few of the benefits of going with Grandparents Day flower delivery:

• It’s safe: Delivery teams take and fill your order and transport it directly to the recipient with minimal contact. You don’t have to worry about potential COVID-19 infection as a result of visiting a flower shop or anyone spending extended time with your grandparent.
• It’s fast: You can have an order filled and delivered very quickly—sometimes, on the very same day you order. This means even if you forget to place the order or procrastinate until the weekend of Grandparents Day, you’ll still be able to have a gift delivered to them.
• It’s easy: You can either place your order online, or call a florist and discuss your wishes and have them take care of everything for you. The entire ordering process is quick, and then you don’t have to spend the time going to pick up the arrangement and delivering it yourself. If you need a quick and easy way to show your love to your grandparents, this is one of the best methods of accomplishing that.
• Service around the clock: If you go with a shop that enables online ordering, you can place your order at any time of day, rather than having to visit or call during regular business hours. This is particularly beneficial for people who work third shift or odd hours, and simply do not have time during standard hours to put in an order.
• Find what you want: If, for whatever reason, one florist does not have exactly what you’re looking for to put in your arrangement, you can always browse other sites or call other flower shops, rather than having to drive around.

Looking for specific flower and arrangement ideas to send to your grandparents? Maybe you need help finding some additional accessories to make the gift even more meaningful? Get in touch with our team at It’s Just For You Flower Delivery, and we’ll be happy to help you create a flower arrangement and gift your grandparents will truly appreciate.

In addition to Grandparents Day flower delivery, we’re also offering curbside pickup available upon request to accommodate your COVID-19-related safety concerns. And if this is your first time ordering with us, be sure to take advantage of our $5 off discount for new customers!

It’s hard to imagine anyone who wouldn’t be delighted by a fresh flower arrangement. Getting a bouquet is not only a sign that someone cares, but it can provide days or even weeks of cheer. Bouquets can commemorate special occasions or simply let others know that you’re thinking of them. Plus, most florists can accommodate same-day flower delivery requests, so giving flowers is a great last-minute gift for housewarmings, graduations, birthdays and more. Here are our best tips to help guide your flower-giving decisions:

• Don’t wait for a special occasion: Floral arrangements make for great special-occasion gifts, but there’s no need to wait for a holiday. Show your loved ones that you care when you send flowers just because. They’ll be delighted by the unexpected surprise—sometimes it means more when you get flowers for no particular reason.
• Call hotel concierges to find florists in another town: If you’re buying flowers for someone out of town, one of the best ways to find the best local florists is to call a hotel concierge. It’s their job to know the best places in town, including where to get beautiful flowers.
• Find out the recipient’s favorite flowers: If you want to impress your recipient, find out what their favorite flowers are and keep them in your phone’s notes app. That way you’ll always know what to order, even on the spur of the moment.
• Consider adding scented flowers: If the recipient loves scented flowers, consider adding a few to your bouquet. A fragrant arrangement can be a multisensory treat.
• Be specific about the flowers you want: When you talk to your florist, make sure you’re very specific about the flowers that you’d like to have included. If there are certain varieties that must be in the bouquet, tell them. You could also specify certain colors or shapes that you particularly like, then let the florist choose which flowers would work best within those parameters.
• Gather ideas from the internet: Not sure what kind of flowers or look you’re going for? Check sites like Pinterest for bouquet ideas. Gather a few of your top favorites and send them to the florist. Alternatively, you can look through the florist’s website and describe what you like about certain selections to create a custom arrangement.
• Choose a vase over a basket: Generally, flowers arranged in a vase last longer than those in a basket. If you plan ahead, you can provide the florist with a meaningful vase you’ve picked out for the recipient, or you can have them choose one for you.
• Consider same-day delivery: If you’re in a time crunch, take advantage of your florist’s same-day flower delivery services.
• Give flowers to yourself: Finally, don’t forget that when it comes to giving flowers, you can always give them to yourself. They’re a great way to add beauty and cheer to your living space, commemorate an achievement and indulge in some self-care.

When you want high-quality professional floral arrangements, call It’s Just For You. We’re happy to help you create the perfect bouquet for any occasion, and even offer same-day flower delivery.

If someone was nice enough to send you a flower delivery, you undoubtedly want to get the most life out of them as you can. Freshly cut, professionally-arranged flowers are a special treat, whether they were for a once-in-a-lifetime occasion or simply because someone was thinking of you. No bouquet can last forever, but following these easy tips will help them last days (maybe even a week) longer than they might otherwise.

General tips

Here’s how to get the most out of your next flower delivery:

• Avoid heat, drafts, sunlight and fruit: Where you put your flowers matters. Heat, drafts and sunlight can cause your flowers to dehydrate too quickly, so you won’t get to enjoy them for as long as you would otherwise. Don’t place them near fruit, either—fruit releases tiny amounts of gas that will cause your arrangement to wilt. It’s always best to keep your flowers in a cool area free from moving air—that’s why professional florists sometimes place cut flowers in special refrigerators.
• Watch the water: It sounds obvious, but sometimes people forget to keep the water at an appropriate level. Watch your arrangement’s water level carefully. If there are leaves below the water line, strip them off. Change the water (and flower food) when it starts to get cloudy.
• Trim the stems: Professional bouquets are pre-trimmed, but if you’re caring for farmers market or grocery store bouquets, don’t forget to trim the stems. When a flower stem is cut, it begins to develop a callus, unless it’s placed in water right away. The callus makes it more difficult for the stems to draw water, so they should be trimmed off.

Try these tricks

When it comes to plant food, there are a few tricks people swear by. Your florist may have included specially formulated flower food with your bouquet—if so, follow the directions on the packet. If there’s no flower food included, try these tips:

• Apple cider vinegar: Mix two tablespoons apple cider vinegar and two tablespoons sugar into your vase water, then change the water and solution every few days to keep your flowers fresh.
• Vodka: Even plants love happy hour. If you have vodka at home, add a few drops plus a teaspoon of sugar to the water. Change the water every other day and continue adding this mixture. The vodka kills any bacteria in the water that could make your arrangement wilt faster.
• Soda: Clear soda, like 7 Up or Sprite, can help your flowers flourish. Add a quarter cup to the water—the sugar content provides extra food for your bouquet. Be sure to change the water and soda every few days or as needed.
• Aspirin: Crush an aspirin tablet and add it to the vase water (again, changing it every few days) to help your arrangement thrive.

When you need the perfect flower delivery arrangement for any occasion, It’s Just For You is here to help. Call us to create a custom bouquet or choose one of our customer favorites.