Buying Flowers: A Classic Trait of a Gentleman

DavidB · 09-28-08, 12:03

Knowing when and how to buy flowers for a woman is not always a straight forward task. In fact, in many cultures, which flowers you give, and how many, has a specific meaning. D'oh! Just as confusing is which flower to buy for which occasion. Hmm! If that's not enough to think about, do you offer a flower arrangement or present bare stems?

If you want to truly impress your lady, do a little research before you buy your next bouquet. Here are some good resources:

Meaning of Flowers - Internet Florist - Flowers
Meanings of Flowers
A Guide to Sending Cheap Flowers to your Girlfriend
Howcast - How To Buy Flowers For Your Girlfriend
How to send flowers without destroying the Earth. - By Brendan I. Koerner - Slate Magazine
1st in Flowers -- Love and Roses -- Flowers, Low Prices, Same Day Delivery
Flower Care from ProFlowers

If you have tips on best places to buy flowers, post it up!

Holden_C04 · 09-28-08, 12:11

Whatever you do, do NOT order from Olson Flowers. I ordered once from them 2 yrs ago and they are still spamming me to this day despite repeated requests to stop.

jfelbab · 09-28-08, 03:32

I buy my wife fresh cut flowers every week. She loves them and they are inexpensive. Why not?

dave40co · 09-28-08, 08:06

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Originally Posted by jfelbab

I buy my wife fresh cut flowers every week. She loves them and they are inexpensive. Why not?

You are the man! I have been married almost 28 years and buy my wife flowers at least once a month. The return you get on that is ten-fold. Men and women are wired different and knowing the way to make your lady feel special is one of the unique things in a relationship. Flowers are a cheap way to make up for spending to much on detailing supplies or whatever! Treat your lady with respect and you will be richly rewarded!

calgarydetail · 10-02-08, 12:39

for the guy on a budget, oyou can never go wrong with the single rose, I have used this trick a few times, works everytime. You either need 1 or a dozen.

jfelbab · 10-02-08, 02:45

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Originally Posted by calgarydetail

for the guy on a budget, oyou can never go wrong with the single rose, I have used this trick a few times, works everytime. You either need 1 or a dozen.

Another budget location...

Many grocery stores have floral departments. Usually they have cut flowers available for like 3 bunches for $10 - $12. They sell a lot of flowers and they are usually very fresh and typically will last a long time.

Take them home and re-cut the stems under cool water. Re-cut the stems and replace the water and flower keeper solution every 3-4 days and they will last for a couple weeks.

DavidB · 10-02-08, 04:35

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Originally Posted by jfelbab

Another budget location... Many grocery stores have floral departments.

Trader Joe's usually has a good selection and very nice prices.

PaintPolisher · 10-02-08, 10:23

Flowers are the best as others have mentioned.

My bride of 21 years travels on company business three to ten days once a month every month.

I take her to and from the airport for each trip saving her company the parking fees for a covered lot and she really likes the way I drive.

Sometimes on pickup I wear my sports coat and stand with the limo drivers holding a sign that reads MY BRIDE. I get lots of smiles from everybody with this sign. I explain to the limo drivers that I am picking up my mail order bride…they bust a gut laughing and let me stand with them.

Generally I have flowers in my hand, in the car or at home which really perks up her mood after lengthy flights. I substitute cut flowers for a live flower or small bush that she plants in her flower garden depending on the time of year.

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BigAl3 · 10-02-08, 10:29

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Originally Posted by DavidB

Trader Joe's usually has a good selection and very nice prices.

they also have the mac 'n cheese (four cheese) that's absolutely delicious! if you haven't tried it, get some next time...

dave40co · 10-03-08, 08:01

Believe it or not I buy my cut flowers at Home Depot! Roses are about 14 bucks a dozen and last about a week, I have had them last 2 weeks.

UncleWede · 10-21-08, 09:13

For a budget-minded big hit, especially on those returns from out of town, go to a florist and ask for some rose petals. I've never paid for them. Sprinkle a few on the bed/under the covers.

milani · 10-21-08, 09:54

Budget flowers in a nice arrangement????? Costco!!!! 14.99 for a nice bunch! I usually buy random bunches that are color-matched to our home's interior, so the fit nicely. They also have a good deal on 2 dozen roses. I think it may be $19.00...