A great florist can make birthdays, weddings, holidays, and other events even more special. They can create a beautiful gift for a friend, family member, or co-worker and bring some of nature's stunning beauty into your home or office. Here are some of the best places for fresh flower arrangements in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Robin Wood Flowers

Artfully Arranged Bouquet of Flowers in a Stained-Glass Vase
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Robin Wood Flowers creates fresh flower arrangements with seasonal flowers. Robin owns the shop with her daughter, Sadie, and all of their arrangements are creative and unique. They offer a wide selection of locally grown and imported flowers. You can choose one of their arrangements or get a custom creation with the colors, size, and style you select. Depending on your taste and preferences, you can select a unique vase or a European-style, hand-tied bouquet that you can place in your own container. You can also take a virtual class to learn more about flower arranging.

Robin Wood Flowers has been open for more than 20 years, and you can visit on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Saturdays, they're open from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Same-day deliveries in Cincinnati and northern Kentucky, gift certificates, and recurring flower deliveries are also available.

Benken Florist, Home, and Garden

Harry and Johanna Benken started Benken Florist, Home, and Garden in 1939, and it remains a family business that prides itself on quality and service. In addition to more traditional arrangements like corsages, boutonnieres, and houseplants, their friendly, knowledgeable staff can help you with stuffed animals, gift baskets, beer, wine, and more! You can also choose a collection of seasonal potted plants for your porch or patio, some new plants for your garden, or gardening necessities like gloves and mulch.

Their atrium, large patio, and picturesque lawn are all popular venues for weddings as well. The atrium is a greenhouse with tropical plants, and can fit up to 150 people. The lawn is next to a pond and can accommodate 300 individuals. Benken often hosts special classes and events where people can sip beer or wine, learn more about gardening, and make their own floral arrangements. They're open on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lutz Flowers

Having opened in 1918, Lutz Flowers is one of the oldest florists in Cincinnati, OH. It's a family-owned business offering custom flowers, green and blooming plants, hanging baskets, and gifts. They're one of the most affordable florists in the area, and they often provide flowers for wedding cakes and bouquets as well.

If you're buying for someone who isn't a fan of flowers, Lutz offers a wide assortment of chocolates, stuffed animals, and beautiful, decorative figurines. They also offer a range of memorial afghans, garden stones, and wind chimes. Lutz is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Adrian Durban Florist

For another family-owned florist with more than 100 years of experience, check out Adrian Durban Florist. They specialize in making prompt deliveries in the Greater Cincinnati area and northern Kentucky, and they have three different locations in the city. They offer a wide variety of houseplants, seasonal flowers, bouquets, edible delicacies, blooming garden baskets, and gourmet gift baskets. They also provide flowers for many weddings and other special events.

For a romantic gift, try the I Give You My Heart bouquet with red roses and Champagne. You can also choose iridescent art glass, a vintage pitcher, a mosaic vase, and many other beautiful containers for your flowers. For example, the Murano bouquet comes with a 12-inch Italian hand-blown, artisan glass vase.

If you are shopping for a child, Adrian's can send them a gift basket with their favorite snacks or freshly baked cookies. They also offer bouquets of bright flowers as well as collections of succulents with your choice of a ceramic truck or an elephant as the planter. The main location is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The hours for other locations may vary, so be sure to check their website.

Wildwood Flora

At Wildwood Flora, you can order a beautiful custom flower arrangement or make your own. This farm is organic and environmentally friendly, and it has more than 22,000 square feet and over 1,000 varieties of greenhouse-grown plants. For a small fee, you and your kids can bring your own bucket and pruning shears and create your own beautiful bouquet.

Wildwood Flora also offers a variety of houseplants, garden herbs, and vegetables. You can even get a planter with an arrangement of blooming plants that you can enjoy year after year. From July through September, you can subscribe to weekly, monthly, or biweekly deliveries of flowers grown right inside the city. In fall and winter, you can get handmade wreaths made with dried flowers. You can visit from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day.

Greene's Flower Shoppe

Greene's Flower Shoppe is a family-owned florist with more than 20 years of experience. You can choose one of their popular designs or get a custom arrangement with the color, size, and theme you prefer. You can also send scented candles, stuffed animals, gift baskets, and more to your friends, co-workers, or family members.

For a unique birthday present, choose the Dessert To Go! bouquet. It comes in a ceramic container that looks like a slice of cake, and it includes a balloon and ribbons. To make a friend smile, send the Smile bouquet with yellow flowers arranged to look like a smiling emoji. Most orders arrive the same day or the next day. You can also stop by the store from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays.

These excellent Cincinnati flower shops can help you celebrate any occasion. Did we miss any of your favorite florists? Contact us at Kings Toyota to let us know which florists and bouquets in the area you like most.

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