I bought these for my wife for Valentine’s Day. They were delivered the day before (which was perfect due to her work schedule) and arrived in a box with the vase and the flowers were being kept fresh with a wet towel-type of material.
My wife (who used to own and operate a florist shop) was very impressed with the quality. The roses were firm and of very good quality. The lilies were not opened when they arrived but they opened a few days after. Very good arrangement with very little to do except place in the vase and add water. Very classy with quality greens (no baby’s breath). It is now a week later and the flowers are still amazing. Very satisfied with this purchase!
After reading some of the dissatisfied reviews I would like to offer some suggestions for people who get these.
1. Strip the stems that are going to be in the water of leaves.
2. Cut the flowers about 1-2 inches from the end and immediately put them in water (cool for roses - tepid for most other flowers) . This should allow them to uptake water and not wilt over in the next day or two.
3. To get the lillies to open make sure they are placed somewhere that it is warm.
4. Use the plant food packet that is supplied - this will help them stay alive much longer than tap water.
5. Keep out of direct sunlight or above wood stoves etc. where they will be cooked.
From the manufacturer
Farm Fresh Flowers Delivered Fast
We Grow Reasons To Bring You Together
We are here to help you mark your occasion. Whether the moment is small or a life-changing event, Benchmark Bouquets grows flowers that honor the moments that you make.
Life's In Bloom
You Deserve The Freshest Flowers
With three decades of fresh cut floral experience, Benchmark Bouquets now delivers its bouquets directly to your doorsteps. Every bud is hand-picked from our farms and delivered without a middleman or the markup. Your flowers arrive fresher and faster, so they last long after they've bloomed.
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Quality Is QueenWe obsess over the details that lead up to the unboxing of each bouquet. We know flowers and use our expertise to create gold standard processes for harvest, hydration, cooling and delivery that make freshly cut flowers feel that way long after they arrive. |
Farm To Front DoorUnlike any other company delivering flowers to doorsteps, we are the growers, the designers and the distributors. Behind every bouquet is a Benchmark Bouquets farmer, their story, their life’s work. |
Take ResponsibilityWe are committed to conserving our environment and taking care of our people—because it’s the right thing to do. We give reverence and respect to the decisions we make, from every drop of water to the individual livelihoods of our flower family members. |
Make Joy AccessibleEveryone deserves the little luxuries that light up our lives and that mark moments where our lives forever change. We are always bettering our process in ways that make opulent experiences affordable and available every day. |
Can I send a note with my flowers? Where can my recipient find it?
Yes! Check the box labeled 'This is a gift' in your cart or at checkout and write your personalized message. When your flowers arrive, the recipient can peel back the shipping label to reveal your note.
Will my flowers arrive in buds, or already blooming?
We pick most flowers in bud form. They travel much better and you can enjoy them longer. Some flowers, like mums, arrive fully open. Others, like roses and alstroemerias, need a day or two to bloom. Lilies and sunflowers may require a few days to fully pop. The warmer it is, the faster they will open, but avoid overheating and direct sunlight!
Can I pick the delivery date?
At this time, there is not an option to choose a future date (although we hope to have one soon!). All flowers ship overnight via UPS or FedEx. For next day delivery, order Monday through Thursday before 1:00 p.m. EST. Orders placed after 1:00 p.m. EST will arrive in two days. All orders placed between 1:00 p.m. EST on Thursday and 1:00 p.m. EST on Monday will arrive the following Tuesday. Confirm your delivery date at checkout.
Do the flowers come pre-arranged?
Our floral designers arrange each bouquet specifically to maintain quality and consistency. However, you can arrange yours to your preference. When they arrive, simply cut the stems to your desired length, remove any leaves that will be underwater, and style them however you like!
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Perfect Valentine’s Day arrangement
I bought these for my wife for Valentine’s Day. They were delivered the day before (which was perfect due to her work schedule) and arrived in a box with the vase and the flowers were being kept fresh with a wet towel-type of material.My wife (who used to own and operate a florist shop) was very impressed with the quality. The roses were firm and of very good quality. The lilies were not opened when they arrived but they opened a few days after. Very good arrangement with very little to do except place in the vase and add water. Very classy with quality greens (no baby’s breath). It is now a week later and the flowers are still amazing. Very satisfied with this purchase!After reading some of the dissatisfied reviews I would like to offer some suggestions for people who get these.1. Strip the stems that are going to be in the water of leaves.2. Cut the flowers about 1-2 inches from the end and immediately put them in water (cool for roses - tepid for most other flowers) . This should allow them to uptake water and not wilt over in the next day or two.3. To get the lillies to open make sure they are placed somewhere that it is warm.4. Use the plant food packet that is supplied - this will help them stay alive much longer than tap water.5. Keep out of direct sunlight or above wood stoves etc. where they will be cooked.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2018
My wife (who used to own and operate a florist shop) was very impressed with the quality. The roses were firm and of very good quality. The lilies were not opened when they arrived but they opened a few days after. Very good arrangement with very little to do except place in the vase and add water. Very classy with quality greens (no baby’s breath). It is now a week later and the flowers are still amazing. Very satisfied with this purchase!
After reading some of the dissatisfied reviews I would like to offer some suggestions for people who get these.
1. Strip the stems that are going to be in the water of leaves.
2. Cut the flowers about 1-2 inches from the end and immediately put them in water (cool for roses - tepid for most other flowers) . This should allow them to uptake water and not wilt over in the next day or two.
3. To get the lillies to open make sure they are placed somewhere that it is warm.
4. Use the plant food packet that is supplied - this will help them stay alive much longer than tap water.
5. Keep out of direct sunlight or above wood stoves etc. where they will be cooked.
Perfect Valentine’s Day arrangement
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2018
I bought these for my wife for Valentine’s Day. They were delivered the day before (which was perfect due to her work schedule) and arrived in a box with the vase and the flowers were being kept fresh with a wet towel-type of material.Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2018
My wife (who used to own and operate a florist shop) was very impressed with the quality. The roses were firm and of very good quality. The lilies were not opened when they arrived but they opened a few days after. Very good arrangement with very little to do except place in the vase and add water. Very classy with quality greens (no baby’s breath). It is now a week later and the flowers are still amazing. Very satisfied with this purchase!
After reading some of the dissatisfied reviews I would like to offer some suggestions for people who get these.
1. Strip the stems that are going to be in the water of leaves.
2. Cut the flowers about 1-2 inches from the end and immediately put them in water (cool for roses - tepid for most other flowers) . This should allow them to uptake water and not wilt over in the next day or two.
3. To get the lillies to open make sure they are placed somewhere that it is warm.
4. Use the plant food packet that is supplied - this will help them stay alive much longer than tap water.
5. Keep out of direct sunlight or above wood stoves etc. where they will be cooked.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2018
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2018
I don't normally write Amazon reviews but I felt this was one product where the quality is not known when you buy it.
These flowers arrived 4 days ago. The roses looked great on arrival and continue to look great. I would grade them a 4.5 out of 5.0. The lilies arrived a little bit wilty and that never changed. They arrived closed, which the description is clear about, but by today only about 40% are opened and all of the opened ones are curling up, so I think that's the final result. I would grade the lilies as 2.0 out of 5.0.
The amount of flowers was okay. They're in a 12 inch vase and they look fine, but not overwhelming like the product photo. They arrive with the ends in a wet towel, which my partner described as a diaper. I've never seen that before.
You can't order these flowers with a scheduled delivery date, so you have to order them on a specific date, knowing they don't deliver Sat-Mon. So even though I knew when I wanted these, I had to wait and order on Friday for delivery on Tuesday. They shipped on Mon, FYI.
In conclusion, these flowers are decent but not exciting. You're getting good value ($35 when a similar bouquet from an online florist would cost about twice that). Price and next-day delivery should be the primary reason for choosing this bouquet, not quality.
These flowers arrived 4 days ago. The roses looked great on arrival and continue to look great. I would grade them a 4.5 out of 5.0. The lilies arrived a little bit wilty and that never changed. They arrived closed, which the description is clear about, but by today only about 40% are opened and all of the opened ones are curling up, so I think that's the final result. I would grade the lilies as 2.0 out of 5.0.
The amount of flowers was okay. They're in a 12 inch vase and they look fine, but not overwhelming like the product photo. They arrive with the ends in a wet towel, which my partner described as a diaper. I've never seen that before.
You can't order these flowers with a scheduled delivery date, so you have to order them on a specific date, knowing they don't deliver Sat-Mon. So even though I knew when I wanted these, I had to wait and order on Friday for delivery on Tuesday. They shipped on Mon, FYI.
In conclusion, these flowers are decent but not exciting. You're getting good value ($35 when a similar bouquet from an online florist would cost about twice that). Price and next-day delivery should be the primary reason for choosing this bouquet, not quality.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2017
Really nice and my wife loved them. She places flowers around the house from the supermarket frequently and was impressed with these. Roses lasted 6 days in warm home conditions (summertime in non-air-conditioned mountain home). I need to remember this one for the future and will buy again. Photo shows 1st day....all lilies opened in a couple of days.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2018
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2019
Arrived with some of the flowers already wilted. The roses never looked good to start, they were already dying. Now two days later many of the leaves are brown so they'll have to be thrown out before half the lillies bloom. Total waste of money.
Also, how nice of them to raise the prices right around Valentine's Day - as of this review they are listed at $40.56, I bought them on 2/12 for $53.66. Coincidence? Nah, they're just greedy for extra money.
(Photos aren't giving the vest representation - they look worse, but the phone is trying to correct the coloring and smooth the texture).
Also, how nice of them to raise the prices right around Valentine's Day - as of this review they are listed at $40.56, I bought them on 2/12 for $53.66. Coincidence? Nah, they're just greedy for extra money.
(Photos aren't giving the vest representation - they look worse, but the phone is trying to correct the coloring and smooth the texture).
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Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2018
Beautiful flowers for someone you love
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2018
Lovely flowers for a birthday girl. She loves them. The roses were beautiful from the start and five days later still look great. The lilies take several days to open but then are big and bright. The contrast between the white lilies and red roses makes for an impressive arrangement. Updated 11/21/2018 Ordered again for same lovely girl and they are just beautiful . I have a good friend who is a florist and he can't match this arrangement at this price and shipping? Buy without reservation, you will not be disappointed.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2018
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Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2017
I bought these for my wife and she absolutely loved them! They were packaged with great care and not a single flower was broken, wilting, or damaged in any way. The lily's were all closed except for maybe one or two. It has been almost a week and all the flowers are still standing tall, no wilting. And they are all opening up beautifully. I am 100% satisfied with this purchase and I will definitely be buying from Benchmark Bouquets again.
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