Flowers to the People

08/27/2024

It’s tuberose time! Not just a pretty face; tuberose is known for its rich fragrance, often used in high-end perfumes. This bloom has a scent like no other, with creamy floral notes that are both sweet and heady.

What makes tuberose even more special is how it releases most of its fragrance at dusk. They evolved this trait in order to attract their best pollinators: moths. Every evening, right around prime time, you’ll notice the air become even more fragrant as these beauties work their magic.

Tuberose are a mid to late summer bloomer that can be challenging to grow some years, and production can be inconsistent. Many thanks to for nailing it!

These special beauties are in very limited supply, so place an order for this week to experience them for yourself or to send this fragrant magic to a loved one. You can let us know in the special instructions section when you order that you came for the tuberose, and we’ll be sure to include them while supplies last!

08/20/2024

As summer begins its steady wind down, the light starts to shift, casting a softer, golden hue on everything it touches. We’re not quite into fall yet, but there’s a whisper of change in the air. This arrangement captures that in-between moment with locally grown dahlias, zinnias, lisianthus, roses, celosias, plectranthus, scented geranium, and even a stem of overachieving late foxglove. Sourced from our wonderful local farmers, these flowers are at their peak, embodying the last burst of summer’s glory. There’s something magical about this time of year, when the gardens are full and the sun’s light begins to bend toward autumn.

Order an arrangement this week to bring this fleeting moment into your home and savor the last rays of summer. www.flowerstothepeoplestl.com

07/22/2024

We’re feeling rested, rejuvenated, and ready to create some gorgeous arrangements for you! We’ll have lots of fresh, locally grown blooms in the shop this week that we are so excited to share with you. It’s Lisianthus season!! Lisianthus is an amazing, elegant, long-lasting bloom. Although it’s available as an import year-round, we only really use it when it’s in season locally, as the quality is leagues above what is available to be shipped in.

And while Lisianthus is not a fragrant flower, it’s also the best time of year for locally grown fragrant foliages! We will have two of my all-time favorites in the shop this week: rose scented geranium and lemon basil. The geranium scent is intoxicating and peaceful while the lemon basil smells like candy and fun.

Order online or give us a call to get some of these locally grown beauties for yourself or a loved one!

06/24/2024

One of my absolute favorite memories as a flower grower was curating "Farmer's Choice" buckets for our florist customers. Handpicking the freshest blooms and introducing everyone to the season's newest varieties brought me so much joy. Now, as a florist, receiving a "Farmer's Choice" bucket is one of the best parts of local flower season! The anticipation of discovering what beautiful surprises the bucket will hold is a highlight of my week. When our growers share what they're most excited and proud about, we can't help but be most excited too! Check out the stunning varieties we received this week from Jenny at Bloom Box Botanicals.

06/18/2024

New merch alert! Thanks to our friends at Tiny Little Monster, we've got a few new shirts in the shop. The tank tops are right on time...🥵
We can ship these anywhere in the US, deliver them locally, or they can be picked up from us here at the shop. We had just a very small run of these printed, so get them while they're hot! And if we're out of your preferred size or color, let us know, and we'll make a note for the next batch.

Get yours here: https://www.flowerstothepeoplestl.com/order-online/p/flowers-to-the-people-apparel

05/05/2024

Just a few more days to order your Mother’s Day flowers! Scratch that — do it now!

Last day for deliveries from Flowers to the People will be on Friday, May 10th. We’ve got so many gorgeous blooms coming in this week and are eager to share with you and your loved ones.

❕Quantities are limited so that we can keep the quality high and bring you the one of a kind designs we’re known for. Don’t wait until the last minute, if we sell out, that’s it!

Order your flowers now at on our website: www.flowerstothepeoplestl.com

04/29/2024

GREAT news!! We're back up on Google! Our appeal was successful and our business page is back. Such a relief!

Words cannot express how deeply grateful we are for each and every one of you who rallied behind us while we were down. Your support, whether it was through sharing our post, writing heartfelt testimonials, or placing orders directly, has truly touched our hearts and reminded us why we love what we do.

We still have plenty of availability for Mother's Day orders. Don't hesitate -- this holiday will sneak up fast. Place your order by the end of the week to be certain Mom will get the most fabulous flowers in STL!

04/25/2024

We need your help! Our hearts are heavy as we share some unexpected news. After over 12 wonderful years of serving our community with love and dedication, Google has deactivated our florist business profile. 😢 It is an algorithm glitch happening to many small businesses right now. This means that, just two weeks before Mother's Day, one of the most important times for our business, we've become unfindable on Google.

We're devastated to think that we might not be easily found by those looking to celebrate and honor their mothers with beautiful blooms from our shop. Our 100+ reviews, built over years of hard work and genuine connection with each of you, seem to have disappeared overnight.
Amidst this challenging situation, we're turning to you, our loyal supporters and friends, for help. We know the power of community, and we believe that together, we can overcome this (enormous) obstacle.

This is where we need your support, now more than ever. If you've had a positive experience with us, if our flowers have brightened your day or a loved one's, please consider helping us in the following ways:

1. Spread the word. Share this post with your friends, family, and anyone who values supporting local businesses. Let them know about our situation and encourage them to reach out if they need flowers for any occasion. Especially for Mother's Day, which is coming up quickly!

2. Leave us a review on other platforms like Facebook, Yelp, or any other review site you trust. Your words mean the world to us, and they can help us rebuild our online presence.

3. Place your orders directly. While we work on resolving the issue with Google, you can still reach us directly through phone or email to place your orders for Mother's Day or any upcoming occasions. Orders can be placed online at flowerstothepeoplestl.com, over the phone at 314-762-0422, or send us an email at [email protected].

We're committed to finding a solution and getting back to doing what we love most: bringing joy and beauty into your lives through our flowers. Your support during this time means everything to us, and we can't thank you enough for being part of our journey.

04/24/2024

Happy Administrative Professional's Day!

We thought this would be a great opportunity to introduce you to Donna, the glue that holds everything together here at Flowers to the People. From managing schedules to ensuring smooth communication, and basically keeping the all the cats herded around here, she does it all with grace and a smile. If you've ever interacted with Donna over the phone or via email, you know what a true gem she is.

I just had to get her picture today with this beautiful "Blue Donna" delphinium from our friends at .

Show Donna some love in the comments!

And...did you forget to do something nice for your incredible administrative assistant(s) today? Give us a call (you'll get to talk to Donna!); we'd love to brighten their day with some flowers.

04/15/2024

Hey flower friends! We still have a few spots open for our Spring Centerpiece workshop! This will be a super fun workshop with some of my favorite flowers to work with all year. You will learn how to make a gorgeous spring arrangement start to finish, using sustainable mechanics. Your arrangement is yours to take home or gift and impress all your friends!
Click here to register:
https://www.flowerstothepeoplestl.com/workshops

03/25/2024

The request for these arrangements mentioned, "It may be interesting to use a cabbage flower or artichoke or some type of veggie item in the arrangement." -- Don't threaten me with a good theme! Veggies all the way! Just dropped a bunch of these freakin' adorable flower and vegetable cocktail arrangements for an event focused on the future of nutritional food.

Featured vegetables: curly kale, radishes, golden beets, asparagus, sweet peppers, kumquats (ok that's a fruit), and the CUTEST EVER mini bok choi.

Featured flowers: Tulips, mini gerbera daisies, snapdragons, mini carnations, spray roses, and solidago.

03/19/2024

Happy first day of Spring!! I personally believe today should be an official holiday; celebrated by long walks outside, eating food on a patio, and sharing gifts of spring flowers and garden tools. It’s a beautiful day here in St. Louis, hopefully you find some time during the 12(!) hours of daylight to go enjoy it!

03/11/2024

We are just a few days out from the vernal equinox, the official start of spring. But we don't need a calendar to know that around here -- we know spring is right around the corner when we start seeing some of our favorite spring botanicals back on the availability lists.

These delicate wonders are here for a good time, not a long time, reminding us to pause and cherish the moments that pass so quickly. Every spring, we're fortunate to source an array of unique flower varieties, but their ephemeral presence is a gentle nudge to appreciate their individual charm.

As I immerse myself in arranging these blooms, I'm captivated by their intricate details; their unique textures and vibrant hues, knowing that their beauty is a transient gift. It's a reminder that life, like these flowers, unfolds with its own rhythm, urging us to slow down and embrace the uniqueness of each passing moment.

In a world that often feels fast-paced, these limited-time wonders become my teachers of patience and presence. Their brief appearance encourages me to look beyond the surface and truly see the magic in every petal. So here's to savoring the subtle dance of nature, to celebrating the artistry of impermanence, and finding joy in the temporary splendor that graces our lives.

tl;dr: "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in awhile, you could miss it." Spring is springing -- don't miss out!!

02/19/2024

Wow! It sure has been busy days around here! We are so, so grateful for all of your Valentine’s Day orders. It is an honor to be trusted to create a symbol of your love.

Those of you who came by to pick up your arrangements have already gotten to see the new digs, and now we are finally ready to show it off to the world!

We moved from our Southampton location to our new building in Dutchtown waaaaaay back at the end of October. We’ve spent quite a bit of time sprucing up the exterior, and although it is still a work in progress, finishing the mural was the final piece before we felt “ready” to make an announcement.

is the super cool artist who designed this mural for us, and put the final touches on it just in time for Valentine’s Day! Thanks, sis 🥰

Our new address is 3463 Itaska St. You certainly can’t miss us now! We are so excited to be bringing flowers and color to this little corner of Dutchtown.

02/12/2024

Alright everyone, Mardi Gras has passed, and the Superb Owl is over. Next up — Valentine’s Day! Order flowers for your hunny(s) today! We still have delivery slots available for Tuesday the 13th, Wednesday the 14th, and Thursday the 15th, but they are going fast. Bespoke arrangements, each one of a kind, made with you and your unique love in mind.

Head to our website at www.flowerstothepeoplestl.com or give us a call at 314-762-0422.

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Flower delivery in the St. Louis, MO area. We focus on unique, natural designs using only the freshest florals and foliage. Each arrangement is custom made to order.

02/10/2024

Don’t forget the flowers! We are still taking orders for Valentines Day. We will be in the shop all day every day until we sell out or pass out, so order online or give us a call! We sold out early last year, so get your orders in ASAP so you don’t get stuck gifting a sad, uninspiring bunch of drugstore flowers. Your people deserve the best!

Order at www.flowerstothepeoplestl.com

02/02/2024

Special delivery, add mushrooms? We aren’t a pizza shop, but I’ll take that order! Happy to be St. Louis’s premier mycological florist. 🤓

01/31/2024

Blue is a notoriously difficult color in floristry. Very few flowers are naturally blue, and those that are typically have short growing seasons, and/or can be quite expensive.

Another option for blue flowers is to paint or dye them — I’m sure you’ve all seen those electric blue spider mums and carnations in an ugly grocery store bouquet.

Well, science has changed the game. Check out these amazing BluOcean mums, just introduced this past September! I was told they used pansy genetics to achieve this color, but after a little research I learned that they actually used two genes - one from Campanula medium and one from the butterfly pea to achieve these amazing colors.

Having blue flowers that are not dyed and that are available at a more modest price point, year round, is a game changer! But I will admit, after years of conditioning of thinking that blue flowers that look like this were made that way after harvest with dye, it was a little hard at first to change my perception of them. What do you think? Love them? Hate them? Don’t know until you see them in person? We’d love to hear your opinions!

01/18/2024

The upcoming month of February is all about love, so I am SO EXCITED to bring you this collaboration between two of my greatest loves: flowers and aerial arts!

Make this Valentine's Day one to remember with an ✨unforgettable✨ date night that blends romance and adventure.

Join us for an enchanting evening that combines the art of flower arranging with the exhilaration of beginner aerial silks. Create a personalized bouquet together, guided by our skilled florist, and then take to the silks for a playful and memorable aerial arts class. Share this experience with your partner (or a friend!) to create lasting memories.

This workshop is 100% beginner friendly, no experience necessary, and guaranteed to be a ton of fun. Spaces are limited, so register soon!

01/11/2024

This vase was giving me “fresh box of crayons” and we have all these gorgeous saturated colors in the shop, so it had to be done.

01/09/2024

Lack of sunshine getting you down? We’ve got the good medicine for that right here.

01/05/2024

Hey flower fam! We're on a mission to bring more beauty to our community, and we need your help! We're currently in need of vases for an upcoming event, and we know that many of you have stunning vases gathering dust at home.

We're kindly asking for vase donations to make our event truly magical! If you have any spare vases lying around, big or small, classic or quirky, we would be incredibly grateful for your contribution. Every vase counts, and your generosity will play a significant role in bringing smiles to many faces.

To donate, just DM us, or email us, or call us, and we'll coordinate the pickup or drop-off details!

12/20/2023

There’s still time to order your holiday flower arrangements, but time is running out! Order today on our website or give us a call for Friday delivery. This will be your last chance for flowers from Flowers to the People until the New Year!

12/08/2023

Several weeks ago, our old man from the alley cat, Sweet W***y, passed away. We are so glad that we were able to save him and show him so, so much love in his last few months. After his passing, the shop truly seemed empty, and all that love had nowhere to go. So we started the search for another senior cat in need of a home. By way of a series of cosmic events, we found a new buddy from and made him family.

Instagram, meet Carrot! He is 8 years old, and settled in to his new life here right away. He loves to greet everyone, friend or stranger, at the door. He’s been here a couple of weeks now, and he is definitely here to stay!

Speaking of , they are a truly wonderful resource in our city. They are hoping to make some much-needed repairs to their building in a couple of weeks, but in order to do this, they need ALL animals out of the shelter. Over half of the dogs have found homes or temporary foster homes, but there are around 60 left! If you’re in the St. Louis area and can open your home for even a few weeks to temporarily foster a dog, you’d be doing a great deed. And if you aren’t able to foster a dog, you can still help by getting the word out. Tell your friends!

11/27/2023

Short days and long nights getting you down? We are so right there with you. But it helps a little to look for the bright spots, and we have two for you. First, only 24 more days until winter solstice, then the days start getting longer again. 24!! (And we ARE counting down.)

Secondly, we have flowers. Studies have shown the profound impact of flowers on our mental well-being. Their vibrant colors and fragrances have the remarkable ability to lift our spirits, alleviate stress, and improve our overall mood.

Taking a moment for self-care is essential during these dreary days. Treat yourself to a floral arrangement or surprise someone special that you know needs a little pick-me-up.

Let us embrace these natural mood-lifters, and let them remind us that even in the darkest days, beauty and brightness persist. We’ll be enjoying ours from just a few inches away from the SAD therapy lamp - a one-two punch!

11/13/2023

We absolutely adore fulfilling unique and out of the ordinary floral requests that add that extra touch of magic to your special day. Take a look at this recent request for a wedding bouquet that included...mushrooms!

With a bride that works at the Botanical Garden and a NPS Ranger groom, we also focused on using unique, native foliage and flora as well to create these truly one-of-a-kind pieces for a one-of-a-kind couple.

We believe that your wedding day should reflect your personality, style, and quirks, and what better way to do that than with a bouquet that's as unique as you are? We are always up for the challenge, and love to turn your wildest floral fantasies into reality.

Thanks, Allison and Nate, for trusting us to make magic for you! We truly enjoyed it!

📸: giaphotography.com

11/05/2023

Thanksgiving will be here before we know it. Seasonal centerpieces for your day of gratitude celebrations are now available on our website!

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween, everyone!

It's a bit of a cruel Midwestern joke that just a couple of days ago it was over 80 degrees, and today we get 40 degrees with 30mph wind gusts. So it goes.

Thoughts and prayers going out to all the parents who will have to fight with their kids about wearing a coat over their costumes this evening!

10/30/2023

Congratulations on your wedding day, Robyn & Seth!

If wedding season has you in the mood for planning your own, we are currently booking for 2024! Popular dates will go (or have already gone) fast, so don’t delay booking your florist! Let us bring your floral fantasies to life.

09/08/2023

Do you feel that?
That distinct lack of summer humidity?
That must mean...autumn is almost here!
Just in time, we've got some fresh new fall candles in the store from . These are not your typical sweet apple cinnamon pumpkin spice type fall scents. They are nuanced and cozy and really something special.

Autumn Morning is a fresh blend of teakwood, leather, and cypress fragrances which really smells exactly like laying on a wood floor in that warm patch of sun streaming through the window on a crisp autumn morning. Like, how does one manage to make a feeling into a candle?! I don't know, maybe it's witchcraft...

And speaking of, the Witching Hour is soothing and warm with fragrances of sandalwood, cinnamon, and amber.

The Coven is spicy and intriguing with fragrances of betel pepper, cardamom, and birch.

They're all just so good and we are so excited to share them with you and to revel in the beauty and ambiance of fall.