As Forbes Vetted’s resident gifting expert, I set out to find the best flower delivery services that satisfy the promise of fast, fresh and beautiful bouquets—perfect for brightening up your space this season. My top pick, The Bouqs Co., features modern, exclusively sustainable arrangements with a farm-fresh aesthetic; alternatively, 1-800-Flowers is hard to beat if you’re looking for last-minute centerpieces. Meanwhile, ProFlowers’ variety and attainable prices make it my top value pick to easily refresh your space. See all my recommendations below to treat any recipient (or yourself) this summer.

I found the best online flower delivery services of 2026 that specialize in artful arrangements and speedy shipping—and highlighted my top bouquets for summer.

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Our Top Recommendations

• Best Flower Delivery Service Overall:The Bouqs Co.
• Best Last-Minute Flower Delivery Service:1-800-Flowers
• Best Local Flower Delivery Service:FTD/From You Flowers
• Best Value Flower Delivery Service:ProFlowers
• Best Trendy Flower Delivery Service:UrbanStems
• Best Flower Delivery From Amazon:Benchmark Bouquets
• Best Farmhouse Flower Delivery Service:Farmgirl Flowers
• Best Plant Delivery Service:The Sill
• Best Flower Gift Bundle Delivery Service:Fresh Sends
• Best Flower Delivery Subscription:BloomsyBox
• Best Luxury Flower Delivery Service:Venus Et Fleur

The Bouqs Co. is my go-to online florist for thoughtful last-minute gifts: Not only does the brand source its flowers from sustainable farms that take everything from worker conditions to water and soil quality into account, but the arrangements are also, in my experience, downright beautiful. Case in point: I recently sent the Champagne Toast Arrangement to congratulate my friend on her engagement and it arrived in just a few hours, looking like it was just picked.

The Bouqs Co.’s flower delivery service is a great source for other gifts besides just peonies, roses or plantable succulents; it also has a monthly flower subscription service that starts at just $48 per delivery. “The Bouqs Co. chooses each month’s arrangement based on seasonality, and each month’s bouquet really is something completely unique. My mom keeps telling me this subscription is one of the best gifts she’s ever received,” says one tester. Another reports, “Managing the subscription is easy through the website. When I wanted to shift one of the deliveries, I was able to work with their customer service to modify the date even though it was outside of my standard delivery schedule.”

Our summer pick:The Picnic bouquet is a perfect summer bouquet that mixes sun-kissed sunflowers and lively peach, pink and orange roses to capture the cheerful energy of the season.

If you’re not sure what you’re looking for, 1-800-Flowers has dozens of fresh floral arrangements to choose from, from sophisticated bouquets to sweet animal-inspired displays. What’s more, many of these offerings are available for same-day delivery. Beyond flowers, the site features a bunch of inspired gift options like well-stocked baskets, candles, jewelry, spa goods and gourmet treats.

For those interested in sending a recurring gift to their loved ones, 1-800-Flowers also offers 5% off shipping and service fees on gift subscriptions from its family of brands if you sign up for the company’s Celebrations Passport Loyalty Program ($30 per year but only $20 your first year).

Our summer pick:The Daydream Bouquet features delicate pastel lavender and pink blooms, which offer an airy visual contrast to the summer heat—true to its name.

There’s a reason I trust From You Flowers and its sister companies enough to add them to my list. For starters, FTD has been shipping flowers since 1910, cementing its command of the floral delivery industry. More recently, FTD (which formerly operated ProFlowers, featured below) merged with From You Flowers, another reputable service, in 2023. All this to say, this trio of websites offers access to a historically wide local florist network and a more diverse selection of arrangements and bouquets.

Whether you strive to support local businesses or you’re searching for same-day delivery, both FTD and From You Flowers have a florist-delivered section that routes orders through your neighborhood flower shop; just note that availability depends on the service area. If time is not of the essence, you’ll find plenty more options sitewide on both retailers that are delivered from farther afield, including bunches of single-species blooms, colorful arrangements and bouquet bundles with food-and-gift pairings.

Our summer pick:The Fiesta Bouquet’s bold, multi-hued mix of gerbera daisies, roses and carnations will bring a festive mood to any space and summer gathering.

As mentioned above, ProFlowers is the third in a trio of flower delivery services: There’s FTD, which focuses on premium, classic bouquets; From You Flowers, which stocks budget-friendly arrangements; and ProFlowers, which straddles the line between the two. Namely, it balances accessible, tiered pricing with a tasteful, abundant bouquet selection, which is why it’s my pick for best value.

The site is particularly suited for those who want a wide variety of options for their price range. For starters, its bouquets come in three to four sizes: Standard, Deluxe, Premium and Exquisite, with the smallest sizes ranging from $33 to $50, and the largest arrangements priced at around $90 and above. (Many of the bouquet descriptions include a visual size guide to help you choose.) The brand has a solid collection of arrangements that come with vases, too—and those options are also priced in tiers. This cheerful Weekend In The Hamptons bouquet, for instance, is available in the Standard size in a glass fluted vase, or in the Deluxe size in a marble vase.

This flexibility is also apparent in how ProFlowers delivers its blooms: either in boxes, which ships via UPS or FedEx and offers the best bang for your buck; or as florist-delivered bouquets, for when you need a last-minute, same-day delivery (just note that this adds an extra $5 on top of the regular delivery fee). I was also pleasantly surprised at the plentiful and varied plant gift options—over 100, in fact.

Our summer pick:The Neon Lights Bouquet is indeed a radiant arrangement, combining lilies, bright roses and cheerful daisies—complemented by fresh eucalyptus—to bring the warmth of a summer sunset indoors.

Simplicity is always in style, but there’s something to be said about thinking outside the box (or, in this case, the bloom). Case in point: UrbanStems’ cult-favorite artful arrangements. Here, you’ll find flowers available in a wide range of vivid colors and a playful mix of blooms, greenery and garnishes, all of which make for an immediate décor statement. Whether you’re searching for something eye-catching like the aptly named The Firecracker or something soft and romantic like The Sorbet, UrbanStems has it all—including ultra-customizable prepaid subscriptions.

A bonus: In my testing, UrbanStems’ blooms tend to last longer than an average arrangement. When I received The Peony bouquet, it arrived in bud form and continued to bloom for more than a week after transferring it to a vase.

Our summer pick:The Good Vibes arrangement features a fun study of contrasts, mixing light-blue delphinium, punchy orange roses and delicate lisianthus.

I love that when I’m doing my usual weekly Amazon order, I can easily add on a bouquet of fresh tulips or roses for my kitchen table for around $50. I especially appreciate the fact that Amazon often ships its fresh-cut Benchmark Bouquets in bud stage so that the blooms will open within two to three days of delivery (which helps extend their vase life).

For more stylized arrangements, choose from elegant and minimalist bouquets like white, pink and purple tulips, as well as vibrant mixed arrangements like a bouquet of roses, cremones, poms and solidago. Not only are they available for Prime shipping, but in my experience Benchmark Bouquets have always arrived quickly (usually in one to two business days) and open up beautifully once they’re cut and placed in water.

Our summer pick:With bold sunflowers as its centerpiece, the Flowering Fields bouquet also features seasonal greenery and complementary blooms to capture the warmth and cheer of peak summer days.

In my experience, The Sill has one of the best selections of easy-care, pet-friendly houseplants and succulents. But the retailer also has stunning potted florals that will outlive a standard bouquet of blooms. Choose from orchids, anthuriums and bromeliads in vibrant shades of pink, red and yellow that will brighten up a room as quickly as a dozen roses.

While I’ve admittedly struggled to keep plants alive in my New York City apartment, I took a chance with The Sill’s philodendron with heart-shaped leaves. Not only did it arrive securely packaged with a sturdy ceramic planter—but it’s also still thriving with minimal maintenance.

Our summer pick:The glossy, tropical leaves and bright coral spathes (leaf structures that look like blooms) of The Sill’s coral arthurium—also known as the flamingo flower—are guaranteed to bring vacation vibes to your home.

Farmgirl Flowers has cornered the market on full, beautiful bouquets that have a cool farmhouse feel. The retailer’s arrangements are both unique and reasonably priced, with many of its most popular picks selling for under $100. Each bouquet also comes wrapped in upcycled burlap from coffee roasters, making it both shabby chic and sustainable.

I was impressed by the quality of the oversized bouquets I tested, which were beautifully packaged and thoughtfully arranged with seasonal wildflowers and lush foliage. I’ve also ordered the Lindy Hop bouquet for special occasions like Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day and have never been disappointed.

Our summer pick:It makes sense why the Summer Fridays bouquet bears its name: The bold juxtaposition of golden sunflowers with romantic roses feels effortlessly warm.

Looking for a gift that goes beyond tired floral arrangements or traditional gift baskets? The viral, Gen Z–approved online service Fresh Sends has plenty of modern, trendy gift bundles to choose from. From the brand’s bestselling The Send bouquet to its The Fresh Set scented skincare bundle, each gift is either hand-designed using the freshest seasonal stems, or developed and handcrafted in-house, in the case of its non-floral products. “The flowers come in excellent condition and stay that way with proper care,” says tester and deputy editor Jane Sung.

What stands out the most with these gift boxes, though, is the packaging: Bouquets are wrapped with trendy, newspaper-style paper, the add-on vases are modern (though they cost extra) and the boxes are colorful and cheeky. All Fresh Sends’ gifts include a free greeting card of your choice with a personalized note, and floral gifts are shipped with FedEx overnight shipping. Bonus:For just $3, you can add a video or voice note, too. And for a truly elevated gift, Fresh Sends offers add-on goodies like perfume, hand cream, tote bags and more.

Our summer pick:The Daylight Send is a lively reflection of the energy of summer—it layers golden solidago, radiant lilies, delicate astilbe and sculptural calla lilies to capture the expressiveness of the season.

Why settle on one fresh bouquet when you could gift an entire year’s worth to your loved one? That’s the idea behind BloomsyBox’s Flower Subscription Club: Shoppers can choose between monthly, weekly and bi-weekly subscriptions, all of which send out at least 20 stems and as many as 32 per shipment. Of course, if you fall in love with a specific bouquet from the subscription (or prior to signing up for one), you can always opt for seasonal standalone bouquets as well.

I tried a three-month subscription and was consistently surprised by how festive and seasonally appropriate each bouquet was. My favorite selection was a harvest-themed arrangement with sunflowers and multi-colored roses, which livened up my apartment for autumn.

Our summer pick:As its name implies, the Golden Hour Garden bouquet is inspired by the warm glow of sunset skies. You’ll find vibrant orange asiatic lilies, hot pink roses, fun yellow craspedia and lush greenery.

If you’re looking for an arrangement that’s guaranteed to wow your recipient or any guest that visits your home, Venus Et Fleur’s preserved arrangements are a great choice. The brand’s Eternity Flowers are picked at full bloom from global partner farms in places like Ecuador and Japan. They’re then treated with a proprietary nontoxic solution, non-allergenic wax and natural oils to dehydrate them and maintain their peak appearance for at least a year and sometimes more.

They’re the perfect solution for those who love the look of fresh flowers but lack a green thumb or time to properly care for traditional bouquets—they require no water or sunlight, but still have a light floral scent and the look and feel of fresh blooms. The only maintenance you’ll need to do is a light dusting every once in a while.

We were particularly impressed by the sheer level of customizations available: You can choose the box or vase material and color (the Parisian-inspired hatboxes are gorgeous and distinctive) and bloom color (ranging from classic rich red to baby blue).

Our summer pick:The Fleura Heirloom Wicker Vase brings the summer picnic indoors. This soft, sophisticated arrangement includes lush hydrangeas and classic roses, and the wicker vessel features luxurious details like a gold-foiled logo and a leather trim.

How We Chose The Best Flower Delivery Services

To identify the best online flower delivery services, we combined expert research with a deep well of firsthand experience. We paid attention to the aesthetic quality of the arrangements and the reliability of the delivery experience.

Expert Research And Curation

Author Jennifer Ferrise and coauthor Fran Sales browsed best-selling collections from top contenders in our prior gifting and home coverage. They specifically sought out services with holiday-specific and seasonal bouquets, flower subscriptions, indoor plants and giftable add-ons to ensure a comprehensive selection for any occasion.

Evaluation Criteria

We evaluated the following characteristics of each online delivery service to determine their final placement on this list:

• Creativity and variety: The aesthetic appeal of blooms and arrangements.
• Ordering experience: How seamless the website and checkout process were.
• Freshness and quality: How fresh and attractive each bouquet was upon arrival.
• Logistics: The reliability of shipping and delivery, with a special note of same- and next-day delivery options.
• Packaging: How well the bouquets were protected to prevent damage in transit.

Firsthand Team Insights

Our staff has personally received bouquets from the majority of the services on this list. Specifically, author Ferrise has enjoyed arrangements from the following brands, so she can vouch for their in-person quality: The Bouqs Co., 1-800-Flowers, BloomsyBox, UrbanStems, Benchmark Bouquets, Farmgirl Flowers and The Sill. Coauthor Sales has tried bouquets from Farmgirl Flowers, ProFlowers, FTD and Venus Et Fleur firsthand.

How To Keep Cut Flowers Fresh

Watching a gorgeous bouquet wilt is always a bit depressing, but the fleeting nature of its beauty is what makes flower-giving so indulgent and romantic (to put it poetically). “While different types of flowers have different vase lives, certain practices can help all flowers last as long as possible,” says Kaylyn Hewitt, head of floral design at The Bouqs Co. She shares some tricks of the trade below:

1. Prep your plants from the get-go. “Give your stems a fresh cut upon arrival to allow flowers to drink up as much water as possible,” Hewitt says.
2. Keep a clean vessel. “You’ll want to use a clean vase to avoid any bacteria or fungi from growing, since that can speed up the death of your flowers,” she says.
3. Find a sweet spot. “Keep your flowers out of direct sunlight because the sun’s rays can shorten a flower’s vase life,” says Hewitt, adding that harsh rays can cause wilting.
4. Practice regular maintenance. “Changing the water every other day is extremely important, as well, to stop the build of harmful bacteria,” says Hewitt, noting that cool water is best. Don’t forget to add flower food when you water, and when your blooms naturally start to wilt, prune dead leaves and petals to keep them looking as fresh as possible.

Why Trust Forbes Vetted

We’re experts when it comes to finding the best gifts and gifting delivery services for your loved ones, including subscription boxes for women and men, gift baskets and of course, top flower delivery services.

• The lead author of this story, Jennifer Ferrise, is Forbes Vetted’s senior features and special projects editor and resident gift expert. She chose (and continues to oversee) the bouquets selected for inclusion and has firsthand experience with many of these services.
• Co-author and lifestyle updates writer Fran Sales has researched, written, updated and tested countless products for many of Forbes Vetted’s gift guides. She also trialed several bouquets for this story.
• This story is regularly refreshed for readability and accuracy, and our recommendations are re-assessed several times a year. It was last updated in June 2026 by Sales.

Our Expert

• Kaylyn Hewitt, head of floral design at The Bouqs Co.