Who doesn’t love a floral surprise? They’re colourful, smell amazing, and a great way to let someone know you’re thinking of them. Whether you’re sending them to a loved one, or looking to treat yourself, there’s so many amazing and talented florists to discover around Melbourne. You can always pop into your neighbourhood florist, but if you’re not sure where to start, here’s a list of some lovely flower shops around Melbourne to help you out.
1. Daily Blooms
If you’re unable to physically explore flower shops around Melbourne, you can easily order a bunch online from Daily Blooms. This team of florists uses flowers from premium sources to create bouquets for any occasion. Each morning, they pick fresh flowers, so each bouquet is unique. Daily Blooms focuses on using local Aussie flowers, paired with premium blooms from Africa, South America and South East Asia.
They deliver flowers across Melbourne, Geelong and the Mornington Peninsula. You can also choose to carbon offset your flower delivery to make things a bit better for the world. Order before 12pm for same-day delivery. Learn more here.
2. The Little Market Bunch
The Little Market Bunch uses fresh blooms from Victorian growers to create simple but gorgeous creations. On top of that, they can add things like tea from T2, artisan chocolate, wine and more to keep things exciting. Send flowers with fairy lights for something magical or flowers with seasonal fruit for something practical.
They deliver Monday to Sunday to all suburbs in a 55km radius around Melbourne CBD. Same-day delivery is available for residential addresses before 6pm from Monday to Friday. On weekends, the cut-off time is 3pm, unless sold out early. Click here to see more.
3. LVLY
LVLY makes their flower arrangements daily using freshly sourced flowers from Australian growers. Send your flowers in a classic bouquet or in a jar with a personalised message. Add gifts like puzzles, card games, coffee and more to keep it fun.
They deliver around Australia from their headquarters in Melbourne. They offer same-day delivery across Melbourne, Geelong and Mornington Peninsula. For metro Melbourne, all you need to do is place your order before 5pm. Click here for more information.
4. The Beautiful Bunch
The Beautiful Bunch is a social enterprise that offers training and employment to women from refugee backgrounds. On top of the warm and fuzzy feelings you get from sending flowers to a loved one, you’ll feel at ease knowing that your purchase supports the training and employment of young women. All flowers are locally grown and sent in biodegradable packaging.
For same-day delivery, simply place your order before 12pm from Monday to Friday. To learn more about The Beautiful Bunch, click here.
5. Fig & Bloom
Enjoy stunning floral arrangements from Fig & Bloom. Using ethically grown flowers from Australian farmers, they deliver to over 150 suburbs across the Greater Melbourne area. Add gifts like indoor plants, scarves and tea to make your delivery a little more special.
Order before 1pm for same-day delivery. Click here to learn more.
6. Melbourne Fresh Flowers
As you might be able to guess from the name, this online florist provides fresh flowers, straight from the market. Flowers are bought everyday, based on their online orders, so that your blooms last for as long as possible. Find an arrangement that you like, or get creative and make your own bunch.
Order before 1pm from Monday to Friday for same-day delivery. Learn more here.
7. Bush Flowers
Celebrate the diversity of Australia’s native flowers and plants at Bush, a florist and nursery in Carlton North. They use small batches of flowers from small scale growers, giving you interesting blooms and supporting sustainable practices. Click here to find out more.
8. Lilac and the Cat
Lilac and the Cat is a creative, eco-conscious florist in Footscray. Flowers are sourced and grown locally, while foliage is ethically foraged from farms and suburban backyards. They use recycled materials or upcycled vases and pots when possible. Same or next day delivery is available for Melbourne CBD, Richmond and surrounding suburbs, including Fitzroy, Carlton, Maribyrnong, Essendon, Yarraville and more. Learn more here.
9. Art Stems on Lygon
Enjoy creative arrangements from Art Stems on Lygon. They create seasonal delights using interesting wildflowers, unusual natives and exotic tropicals.
Same day delivery is available from Monday to Saturday if you order before 3pm. Find out more here.
10. Lillypad Flowers
Lillypad Flowers creates unique flower arrangements for any occasion. They source seasonal flowers, foliage and organic mediums to create gifts that anyone can enjoy. Add to the arrangement with a soft toy, chocolates or wine for a thoughtful touch.
Same-day delivery is available before 2pm on weekdays, or by 10am on Saturday. To see their range, click here.
11. Everbloome
Do you feel sad when your flowers eventually wilt away? Perhaps Everbloome is the place for you. Unlike other flower shops around Melbourne, they use natural flowers that have been preserved to last for one to seven years, depending on the type of flower and the way they’ve been stored. Flowers are harvested in full bloom and treated with non-toxic substances. These pastel flowers are pollen-free, perfect for flower-lovers with allergies.
In metro Melbourne, same-day delivery is possible from Monday to Friday as long as you order before 12pm. To learn more, click here.
12. Victoria Whitelaw
Looking for something elegant and luxurious? Then you’ll definitely want to check out Victoria Whitelaw in South Yarra and Brighton. Find plenty of colourful blooms from local flower farms and overseas growers, as well as candles, hand and body products, glassware and more. Same-day delivery is available to most areas around Melbourne, as long as you order before 4pm on weekdays, and 3pm on weekends. See more here.