Floral arrangements make a perfect gift for virtually any occasion whether it be for birthdays, an anniversary, a new job or a new baby. Flowers have always been considered to be a thoughtful gesture. Will flowers in Denver get frostbitten or damaged by the cold? Fortunately, people in colder climates don't have to worry anymore or wonder if the local flower shop will have the selection of fresh blossoms due to weather.



A florist in Denver, for example, may work with vendors all over the United States. This means that even exotic and fragile flowers can be shipped by expedited overnight service, stored in refrigerated containers, and sold in very good condition. You can feel confident that even when there is snow on the ground, you can find roses in Littleton or hothouse flowers in Denver that are in good shape and ready to buy.

What makes flowers in Denver available to buy? First, a florist picks out blossoms and plants by selecting from the offerings of another vendor or a nursery. Next, the vendor prepares the flowers by cutting and packaging them carefully. Care is taken to make the flowers remain as fresh as possible. For instance, during hot weather, dry ice keeps flowers from wilting while being shipped, while during cold weather, extra insulating layers of packaging protect the flowers from the cold.

At this stage, the blooms are enclosed in several layers of protective material. Once completed, they are enclosed in a box specifically designed for that purpose. Of particular note is the unusual length of the construct. The box also comes stamped with directions for the postal agent to follow. These include a "deliver by" date, and a "fragile" notice.

Fresh flowers are usually sent via overnight delivery. Florists receiving new shipments quickly unwrap them to inspect the blossoms, buds, stems, and leaves. Wilted items may be trimmed or discarded, and moisture is provided for the flowers if warranted. Next, the newly arrived bouquets are stored in a locker which is temperature controlled and there they await their next destination.

Because the florist has taken every special precaution necessary to ensure fresh ,beautiful bouquets, you can order flowers with confidence from you neighborhood flower shop even in the winter. Which ever varieties you chose, you will know that the bouquet will arrive to the recipient as if they were freshly cut from the garden.