09/23/2026
So, we experienced our first, “Order Gather Site” order. What that is, someone on a web site claiming to be a florist, taking an order, then trying to pass it on to another shop in the area the customer wants to send flowers to for any occasion.They charge them quite a bit. The woman slipped up during our conversation and asked for a $135.00 order to be filled. But then she corrected me and said, “I mean, $35.00. Along with not only wanting to spend $35.00 of the $135.00 she took from the customer she had a long list of flowers she wanted in this $35.00 arrangement. 😂😂😂😂 Yeahhhh NO!!! Then argued because I told them it was not by any means possible. I mean economically no way possible. They took this person for that kind of money!
Every florist should turn down these type of orders! They will put you out of business and the customer thinks they are getting a certain arrangement but are not. They put all the burden on you for the subpar arrangement all the while it is out of their hands when they pass it off to you.
SOLUTION:
Everyone just about has a cell phone or some type of internet.
Look up a local florist in the area where you are wanting to send flowers and call us DIRECTLY. Cut out the middle man ripping you off! Look for Google listings, websites, or social media sites to aid you in finding the floral help you need! It supports us in our communities where our work is known and there will be no shocking surprises when your Loved One calls and it’s not what you wanted that they received!
These sites are also web wide so look for, Florists in the town of, (where you need) look at our pages. Most of us have our shops photographed to our sites. Call us directly so you do get what it is you need.Shop local with the area florists and we will thrive and welcome your support.
Now you know the scoop!
Petals and Vines
