The Best Florists in Business in the Philippines (Updated for 2023)
Given that the Philippines is one of
the last remaining bastions of biodiversity, it’s no surprise that the
administration – both at the center and across provinces and major cities – are
trying their best to preserve the natural riches the archipelago has been
blessed with.
Get this: estimates suggest that
almost 5% of the planet’s flora and fauna are found in the Philippines. Some of
the most critically endangered species of plants and animals are still found in
this 21st century Utopia.
The 2 primary reasons why there are
so many flower shops in the Philippines is because the blossoms are
easily available, and that Filipinos adore flowers. There is a deep tie that
binds the people and these ornamental natural wonders available locally.
From religious ceremonies to weddings
to honeymoons to bridal showers – no occasion is complete without fresh
flowers. They have a prominent role to play in times of mourning and loss.
Naturally, there are several hundred florists
in the Philippines. The vast majority of them are concentrated in the Metro
Manila region. That’s not surprising since the capital city is the world’s most
densely populated metropolis.
That said, you can easily send
flowers to the Philippines from every corner of the archipelago and the
world. The number of online agencies specializing in the timely delivery of
domestic & exotic species is rising as e-commerce gradually takes hold of
almost everything that the people consume.
The industry is not foolproof,
however. Flower delivery in the Philippines remains a cause for concern
in the far-flung regions that often become inaccessible due to the whims of the
sub-tropical climate. But things are improving, and quite rapidly too.
If you are looking forward to sending
your favorite flowers to those you care for, you might want to have a look at
the next section!
The best florists in the Philippines!
Note that this list is not arranged
in any particular order of preference. Each firm is competent enough on its own.
1. Send Flowers to
Philippines
This is one of the country’s top
online florists and have a colossal collection of flowers sourced from across
the country and from the world. The agency does not have any physical presence,
which could be considered a drawback were it not for the fact that their Internet-based
services are extremely dependable.
This agency is one of the handful of
e-commerce players which deal exclusively in flowers.
Send Flowers to Philippines did start off as a
brick-and-mortar enterprise in 1983, but ditched that approach and went completely
online in 2010. The website is extremely user-friendly with links to every
product in their inventory including combo packs that are widely gifted.
What really places them on this list
of the best florists in the Philippines is their inexhaustible variety
of blooms. The company promises same-day deliveries and has a fixed fee for
every order fulfilled.
Pay using: All international credit
& debit cards, Diner’s Club/JCB Cards, Cash-On-Delivery (COD)
Visit: https://www.sendflowerstophilippines.net/
2. Raphael’s Gifts
If it is Metro Manila that you are targeting,
this is probably the agency you should reach out to. The agency is located in
Makati – right at the heart of the throbbing capital city and its equally
dynamic suburbs. It has been operational since 2006 and has flourished over the
last decade and a half.
Raphael’s Gifts still depends largely on
orders placed in person or over emails and phone calls. While it does have a
very thoughtfully designed website, it’s not an e-commerce agency per se.
Don’t get us wrong; you can ask them
to send flowers to the Philippines without a second thought. But most of
its business originates in the Metro Manila region and it has become practically
synonymous with deliveries in this region.
It specializes in combo packs &
gift baskets. Apart from select flowers, you can also place orders for stuffed
toys, perfumes, fine pastry, and chocolates. Gourmet and fruit baskets are also
on their list of gifts.
They employ some of the most
experienced florists in the Philippines who can help you out with your
bespoke bouquets and DIY experiments!
Pay using: Online transfers,
remittances, and all manners of international cards
Visit: https://raphaelsgifts.com/
3. Flowers Express
Don’t care about fancy combo packs?
If it’s only dew-fresh blooms that
you would like to gift those closest to you, Flowers Express should
likely be your best bet.
They have one of the most extensive
collections of ornamental species collated from the gargantuan wholesale
markets of Bangkok. The rest are imported & handled scientifically.
The agency is known for its punctual
deliveries, one of the prime advantages that has enabled a steady rise in
client footfall.
Flowers Express excels in crafting tailor-made
bouquets they create using your ideas and their experience. Their florists are
often regarded as a class apart even in a highly competitive market where even
more agencies are trying to make room.
All said, the agency does not take
orders for flower delivery in the Philippines on Sundays. That’s a
significant drawback you should be aware of.
Pay using: International cards, PayPal,
Alipay & American Express
Visit: https://www.flowersexpress.com.ph/
4. Florista
Florista is often referred to as a
gift shop that also dabbles in flowers. That is not quite accurate, however, as
the company does have a very capable team of florists and design specialists
who help their clients craft the bouquet of their dreams.
Yes, Florista is comparatively
smaller than the other names on this list in terms of revenue and number of
clients. But it is expanding the number of services it provides and also
reworking its online business to compete with the best in business.
One of the most interesting aspects
about their website is the surprisingly effective navigation and a number of
tools which help clients choose what they are looking for in a jiffy. Gone are
the cumbersome filters; there are separate sections for ‘affordable’ and
‘deluxe’ blossoms.
Another impressive feature is the ‘deals’
section that’s updated in real-time. You can safely go for Florista is you
wish to send flowers to the Philippines.
Pay using: All international cards,
website wallet, online banking and COD
Visit: https://www.florista.ph/
Before we leave...
You now have 4 major agencies which
collectively represent some of the best florists in the Philippines.
If you are purchasing online, ensure
that the website is secure before you set the actual process of transferring
funds rolling. Look for the ‘HTTPS’ in the URL.
Also, should you have any query, you
must reach out to the customer service departments of the agencies. No query is
too insignificant.
Finally, do check the ‘returns
policy’ and the terms and conditions governing cancellations before you get
started.
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