You know that feeling when you need flowers delivered in Apopka and you're staring at a dozen websites all promising the same thing? Yeah, we get it. Here's the thing though, we're different, and I actually want to tell you why.
My name's Andrew, and my wife and I run Lily's Florist. We started in the flower business after buying a tiny flower shop in a coastal town (think population 7,000 on a good day). I'll be honest, we knew absolutely nothing about flowers. Zero. But that phone kept ringing with people wanting flowers delivered to places we couldn't reach. Day after day, turning away orders, watching opportunity walk out the door.
Then it hit us. What if we partnered with the best local florists instead of trying to do everything ourselves? What if we became the connection between you and the absolute best florist in Apopka who actually knows the area, knows what grows here in Central Florida, and can get your flowers there today?
That's exactly what we did. And now, sitting here years later, we work with over 15,000 florists across the country. But here's what matters to you in Apopka: we've handpicked the finest florists in your area. The ones who source from local growers when they can. The ones who know that Florida heat means certain flowers need extra care. The ones who understand that when you're sending flowers to AdventHealth Apopka, timing really matters.
Remember I mentioned that tiny shop? One day, this grandmother walks in, tears in her eyes, needing flowers for her granddaughter's graduation at, well, it was the local high school. But here's the kicker, she'd already ordered from another online florist three days prior, paid extra for specific flowers, and they delivered carnations. Just carnations. For a graduation.
That moment stuck with me. Still does. Because flowers aren't just flowers, right? They're the "I'm sorry I can't be there" when you're stuck at work during your kid's recital at Apopka High. They're the "thinking of you" when your friend's going through treatment at Orlando Health. They're the surprise that makes someone's regular Tuesday feel special.
So here's what we do differently. When you place an order with us, it goes to Bonnie first (she's been with us for years now). Bonnie actually reads your message card, checks the occasion, and makes sure everything makes sense. Then Ayu, who started helping us years ago and knows flowers like I know code, assigns it to our trusted Apopka florist. Not some random shop, but someone we've worked with, someone who's proven they care about getting it right.
Normal delivery runs 9am to 5pm for businesses, 7pm for homes, hotels, or hospitals. And yeah, we charge a $14.95 service fee (got to keep the lights on and pay Bonnie and Ayu), but that covers everything including any extra delivery coordination needed.
Look, I'm going to level with you about something most flower companies bury in tiny print. Sometimes, the exact flowers you see online aren't available. Maybe those peonies are out of season. Maybe the rain in Central Florida this week affected the local rose supply. It happens.
But here's our promise, and it's right there in our terms. We substitute only with flowers equal to or greater in value. We never, ever substitute roses (if you ordered roses, you're getting roses). And our Apopka florists know their stuff. They know what works in this climate, what's fresh today, not last week.
If we absolutely can't deliver your order (rare, but transparency matters), you get a full refund. Period. No questions, no hassle. And if something's not right? You've got 48 hours to let us know. Send us a couple photos, we'll investigate within 24 hours. That's how confident we are in our Apopka partners.
Want same day delivery in Apopka? Place your order by 2pm Eastern on weekdays, 10am on Saturdays. Not some vague "end of day" promise, but actual delivery when it matters.
During the crazy times (Valentine's Day, Mother's Day), we extend hours till 8pm. Our partner florists in Apopka work their tails off during these peaks. They prep extra inventory, bring in additional drivers, and somehow still make each arrangement special. It's quite something to see, honestly.
Your flowers might go to that new community off East Main Street, or to the Crescent Oaks neighborhood, or maybe to someone at the Northwest Recreation Complex after their big game. Wherever in Apopka they need to go, they'll get there.
We're not a massive corporation. We're Dennis, Dan, myself, my wife, Bonnie, Ayu, and Phoebe up in Vancouver handling everything. Small team, big heart for what we do. We've been connecting people through flowers since 2007, and every order still matters to us.
So yeah, you could order from one of those giant companies. Or you could order from us, knowing there are actual people making sure your flowers get to that person in Apopka exactly when they should, looking exactly how they should. Your call, but I think you know what makes more sense.
Ready to send something beautiful? Let's make it happen.