The bouquet I received from Teleflora was vibrant, hand-delivered and long-lasting. The site offers an array of options and you can filter by nearly any occasion. The Mother’s Day selection alone includes more than 40 bouquets.

If you’re on a tight budget, you can choose one of the more budget-friendly options or the “Deal of the Day bouquet,” which is a pick-your-price option. You choose a price between $50 and $200, the occasion and the recipient. Then, a local florist puts together a surprise bouquet based on the provided information. You can also add cards, chocolate and balloons for an additional charge. 

I received Teleflora’s Pretty Daydream Bouquet and was impressed with the vibrancy of the flowers and how long they lasted with minimal upkeep. Even after having them on my mantle for two weeks, most of the flowers were still upright, and the carnations weren’t even wilted. The roses were the first to die, and some of the other florals lost their vibrant colors, but overall, I was impressed with how well the bouquet withstood the test of time.

Of note: Teleflora uses local florists in your area to recreate the bouquets you see on its site, which means you’re at their whim. If you’d rather buy directly from a business with no middle person, go with our second option below.

Bouquets from The Bouqs Co. are shipped securely in a box rather than hand-delivered in a vase as with Teleflora, but vases are available for an additional charge. Just keep in mind that the recipient of these flowers will have to do a little bit of “work” when they receive these flowers, like opening the package, cutting the stems and arranging them in a vase. 

The company sources its florals from sustainable farms around the world, and the only time you’ll be getting florals from a local florist is if you purchase a same-day delivery. 

I received the Chiffon bouquet with the added Marina vase and they were effortlessly beautiful. None of the florals were wilted, and I especially loved how the greenery enveloped the flowers, but didn’t overpower them. There were even a handful of flowers that hadn’t fully bloomed yet, so the bouquet still had a lot of life in it, and I got to watch them bloom for days on my mantle. The large selection of flowers and creative blooms are what drew us to the brand initially, while the quality is what made us instant fans. 

Although they can be a bit more expensive than Teleflora, you can still find great deals on smaller bouquets like this 12-stem Mom Goals bouquet priced at $49. Flower delivery subscriptions are also available starting at $48. Beyond classic bouquet picks, The Bouqs Co. also sells cacti, plants and potted flowers.

For some people, the best flower delivery service is the one that doesn’t break the bank. Truth be told, though, you’re probably not going to find flowers at rock-bottom prices on or around a major flower-giving holiday, so it may be a fool’s errand to try. That said, 1-800-Flowers.com has solid deals on flowers if you’re trying not to spend a fortune. 

In the current Mother’s Day selection, we found small bouquets starting at $45 and potted plants like this African Violet for even less. 

Like Teleflora, 1-800-Flowers.com uses florists near you to deliver fresh flowers that are already prepared in a vase, so they may vary in look, but the floral arrangement we received, the extra-large Floral Embrace (priced at $80), was another beauty. The lilies were perfectly bloomed and fragrant, and the sunflowers were bright. Something about this bouquet specifically was giving “Bridgerton” energy. 

The roses I received from Laura Ashley were some of the most beautiful flowers I have ever seen. The brand partners with Scentifolia to source its roses, which are grown in Colombia. The blooms that arrived were big and fragrant, filling the room with a pleasant floral aroma.

Laura Ashley is also the best option if you want to arrange the flowers yourself. Although some of our other picks also come in a box rather than a vase, these were a bit more time-intensive to trim and arrange, since rose stems are a bit tougher. They would be perfect for those who want the satisfaction of arranging their own bouquet. 

There are 12 mixed bouquets also available on the Laura Ashley site, but the roses were jaw-dropping and what we’d recommend most.

When my 30-stem peony bouquet showed up, I loved how it was packaged in rustic burlap with a pink ribbon around it, but they hadn’t bloomed yet and the greenery looked a bit droopy at first. However, after about an hour of being in water, they started to bloom and the greenery perked up. Within days, the peonies fully opened into gorgeous blooms, and watching them unfold became my favorite part, making this one of my favorite bouquets of the bunch. 

The overall selection isn’t as vast as some other online florists, but what Farmgirl Flower does, it does well. And in addition to the florals, a handful of potted plants and even wreaths are available. 

There’s a specific rustic look to Farmgirl’s bountiful arrangements that’s underscored by the burlap wrap each beautiful bouquet is swathed in. But my favorite part about this service is that the online selection updates with the seasons, so you’re always sure to get the freshest blooms delivered. The flowers are sourced from farm partners in the United States, Colombia and Ecuador. 

For Mother’s Day, peonies are the most popular option from the brand. Farmgirl Flowers also frequently offers discount codes. Although most bouquets don’t automatically come with a vase, there are seven options under the “Vase, Vase Baby” section that include a vase in the price.

If you’re looking for a modern arrangement with unique blooms and contemporary colors, our go-to flower delivery service is UrbanStems. Similarly to The Bouqs Co., this online florist works with sustainable farms to offer a wide selection of chic floral arrangements and potted plants. 

The Coquette bouquet I received was shipped in a box but remained vibrant pink and held up for nearly two weeks. In addition to having numerous creative bouquets to pick between, I also appreciate that you can read hundreds of reviews for each bouquet from real customers. Surprisingly, not every site offers that perk. 

If you’re in a pinch and need flowers quickly, FTD is our pick for last-minute delivery. Truth be told, most of the above sites offer same-day delivery, but I appreciate the large selection of arrangements available at a moment’s notice through FTD. The site is also extremely easy to navigate, and it’s another one where you can read reviews from real customers on specific bouquets and products. 

Additionally, fruit baskets and plants are available for same-day and next-day delivery. However, despite FTD’s speedy service, be warned: It’s always better to place your order in advance if you need the flowers for a major holiday like Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas or New Year’s Eve.

Let’s start by saying that Venus et Fleur’s flowers are definitely a statement purchase and perhaps not the right pick for everyone, especially considering the price. But if these boxes of roses look familiar, it’s probably because they’re always popping up on celebrity social media accounts, including the Kardashians’. The big draw is that they’re preserved to last as long as a full year before wilting.

The bouquet I received was the Mini Le Plein in dusty lavender. It fit in the palm of my hand and is priced at $149. It was packaged really nicely so none of the tiny flowers got smashed and it was very fragrant when opened. Although the flowers are real, they’re also treated with synthetic scents to give them an olfactory edge over the competition.

If you’re looking for something truly luxe, take a browse through the sleek brand’s floral inventory. Single roses start at $69 (yes, for one rose), while more lavish displays can cost a whole lot more. You can also choose from a variety of rose colors and containers. In addition to roses, the company also offers gardenias, hydrangeas and a six-piece chocolate box.