Flower subscriptions (Flower ABO for short) are becoming increasingly popular. Men give their wives flower subscriptions. Daughters send their mothers a flower subscription for Mother's Day. The B2B flower subscription is also very popular. A bouquet from the employer as an award, every woman would be happy about this appreciation of her work. Many companies, practices and law firms use flowers in the reception area.

Some florists offer flower subscriptions in various variations. The abundance of selection is unmanageable. Some offer loose bunches of flowers as a “do-it-yourself kit”, supposedly fresh from the field and very expensive. Others offer ready-made bouquets as florist bouquets. However, there are a few important points to consider. This means that nothing can go wrong when ordering a flower subscription online.
Here are the 7 most important points about the flower subscription.

1. Do I want to give the flower subscription as a gift or order it for myself? Bundle or florist bouquet?

If I give away a flower subscription, the bouquet of flowers should be tied and “vase ready”. Don't expect the recipient to have to prepare the flowers themselves. Cut the flowers to the right length and remove side shoots and leaves. The waste of leaves and stems should not be underestimated. This way you avoid dissatisfaction.
Instead, give away a professionally tied bouquet from a florist. A price comparison is always worth it. Very often the price-performance ratio of flower subscriptions for tied bouquets is better.

2. Is the flower subscription flexible?

If you or the recipient are going on annual vacation and the subscription is delivered during this period, it is important that the subscription can be paused from time to time. If the provider doesn't offer this, I would stay away from this flower subscription. In the business sector, it sometimes happens that the business moves or is remodeled. It should also be possible to postpone, pause or rebook the subscription.

3. Can I cancel the flower subscription at any time?

Don't end up in the cost trap. It must be guaranteed that you can cancel your flower subscription at any time. In modern online shops for flower subscriptions you can become active yourself in the customer area. For a flower subscription, I always recommend creating a customer account with the respective provider. This means you have full cost control in your customer area.

4. Payment terms and conditions!

Also pay attention to the payment methods. If the entire subscription is due immediately, it is difficult. It is always beneficial and fair from the provider if you can pay per delivery. Do you receive a one-time invoice or per delivery? That should be clear! Every booking on the account includes a receipt. You should be able to assign this document to the booking. For your overview, it is important to receive an invoice for each.
Watch out for hidden costs. Are delivery fees clearly presented? Are there additional costs for packaging? In the worst case, closing fees. All of this should be clearly stated.

5. How is the delivery made.

Some providers only deliver to certain districts or within the city. Pay attention to Vienna-wide delivery. Delivery should be with water supply. This keeps the bouquet of flowers fresh and durable for a long time. The bouquet should be transported protected in a special and labeled transport container/fresh box. It is ideal if the bouquet is still wrapped with tissue paper. Of course free.

6. Delivery

No matter whether a flower subscription to the shop, company or home. With most shipping service providers, if the recipient is not there, the item will be dropped off at a neighbor's house or at the desired drop-off location. If this is not possible, delivery will be made the next day.
LOCAL usually makes a second attempt at delivery if they are not found. If this is unsuccessful, the bouquet will be given to the neighbor or left at the desired location. If these options are not possible, the bouquet will be made available for the recipient to pick up in the store. The recipient will be informed accordingly.

7. Freshness guarantee

When it comes to flowers, freshness is the be-all and end-all! If the flowers don't stop, the joy will be delayed. Therefore, make sure that the dealer offers a guarantee and that it lasts. The best way to check this is to read the reviews on a provider-independent review portal. For example, Google or Trusted Shops are very meaningful options.
If you follow the 7 points listed, it should be a pleasure to give a flower subscription as a gift. Then your subscription flowers will arrive fresh and on time.
Here you can order a subscription from the Blumen Kreativ master florist team online.