When it comes to Valentine’s Day, the florist you choose can mean the difference between having a romantic holiday and spending it in the proverbial dog house. (Hint, Gentlemen: Most women like flowers. An impressive display. At work, in front of all her female friends. Choose wisely.)
Here we will cover the top eight florists in the Tucson, Arizona area. (And yes, as a floral connoisseur I’ve tried all eight in attempt to make this article as accurate as possible. It was painful and a stretch, but well worth it!)
Eight: Savon Flowers
The most impressive thing about Savon Flowers is not their bouquets, but their commitment to community involvement. Supporter of the American Red Cross, the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, and the Southern Arizona Boys and Girls Club, this shop has proven themselves with their charitable work. Visit them online at www.savonflowers.com or contact them locally at 520-323-7323.
Seven: Cookies By Design
Although they don’t actually offer floral bouquets, Cookies By Design is worth mentioning for the bouquets that they do offer: Cookies! A unique and edible approach to sending an arrangement, this national company has a local branch to serve your sweet treat needs for any occasion. Visit them online at www.cookiesbydesign.com or contact them locally at 520-323-5600.
Six: Aj’s Fine Foods
While they may be an upscale market, Aj’s has also proven themselves as an exquisite floral shop. Located in the La Encantada shopping district, their claim to fame is French tulips, although they can special order just about any type of flower imaginable. And when you stop in, check out their impressive wine selection or coffee bar that makes even the biggest Starbuck’s enthusiast grin with delight. Visit them online at www.ajsfinefoods.com or contact them locally at 520-232-6350.
With three Tucson locations to choose from, Mayfield has been family owned and operated since 1982. Their take on making roses a creative experience is exceptional. My personal favorite is the “Stargazers and Roses” bouquet, a unique gathering of lilies and roses. Visit them online at www.mayfieldflorist.com or call them locally at 520-886-4443.
Four: Bloom Country
A local company ranked nationally amongst florists, Bloom Country has shown themselves as an excellent florist in the Tucson and Sierra Vista areas. Friendly service and a reminder service for important holidays such as anniversaries or birthdays, they shine in the customer service arena. Visit them online at www.bloomcountry.com or call them locally at 520–459-5064.
Three: Roses and More
A Tucson staple for cheap flowers, Roses and More has three locations to serve. Professional FTD florists, they are available seven days a week to serve all your floral needs, and even have a twenty-four hour hotline for those last minute flower emergencies. Visit them online at www.rosesandmore.com or call them locally at 520-751-4000.
Two: Inglis Florists
In business since 1940, Inglis florist is a local florist owned by the Butterbrodt family with three locations to serve. Their artistic approach to floral décor extends past just blossoms and into silk flowers and even fruit. (The lilies with lemons and limes bouquet is something to behold.) Other gifts are also available. Visit them online at www.inglisflorists.com or contact them locally at 520-622-4641.
By far, my all-time favorite flower shop in the Tucson, Arizona area. Casas Adobes Flowers not only knows me by name, they know my favorite bouquet. I’ve even had flowers flown in from Europe for a party I was hosting, and this shop willingly and impressively delivered. Their class and distinction has served the area for over fifty years, and it truly shows. Visit them online at www.casasadobesflowershop.com
