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VOTED BEST FLORIST IN MEMPHIS
Pugh’s Flowers is a family owned and operated floral design firm. We operate four floral design centers in the greater Memphis & Southaven area. Our firm is one of the most trusted brands in the city. The award-winning floral design staff at Pugh’s is a super talented group. They create luxurious, upscale floral bouquets. In addition to all the gorgeous farm fresh flowers we sell, we also offer the best selection of green, flowering and succulent plants in town. Need an occasion themed gift? Each of our floral design centers offers lots of great gift options.
Pugh’s Flowers was started in 1976 by Bill Pugh and his partner. Over the past 40 years, Pugh’s Flowers has grown into one of the premier flower shops in the country. The flower shop is currently owned and operated by Tim, Michael and Mark. Bill Pugh’s three sons. We operate three retail flower shops in Memphis, and another in Southaven, Mississippi. Along with our floral design business, the brothers also operate Pugh’s Earthworks, Rosie’s Pest Control and a new business that will be opening soon, called Pugh’s Lawn.
Pugh’s Flowers imports the freshest cut flowers daily from around the world for our flower delivery. Teleflora ranks Pugh’s Flowers as one of the nations 100 largest floral order senders from over 25,000 member shops. Our full service florist has a full selection of fresh cut flowers, fruit and gourmet baskets, green houseplants and home accessories that are all available in store, via the web or by phone. Pugh’s Flowers operates 4 floral design centers. We have 3 flower shops in Memphis and 1 in Southaven MS. We are open 7 days.
Local Same Day & Express Delivery
Pugh’s Flowers offers local same-day and express flower delivery service. Our local delivery area is the largest among the flower shops operating in the market. Every single floral bouquet our artisans create is backed by our on-time delivery guarantee. We also provide a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee with each flower arrangement as well. If for any reason you don’t absolutely love the fresh flower bouquet we create and deliver for you, just contact our floral design center. We will design and deliver another bouquet, of equal or greater value, absolutely free of charge.
Nationwide Same Day Flower Delivery
If you need to send flowers to someone who resides outside of our local delivery area, we encourage you to opt for our nationwide same day delivery service option. We have developed a hand selected network of floral design partners around the country. Our staff works directly with these vendor partners to accomplish same day deliveries across the United States. Every arrangement, whether scheduled for local or nationwide delivery, is guaranteed for on-time arrival. Each design is also backed by our 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.
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Pugh’s Flowers has Gifts For Every Occasion
July is most likely filled with birthdays and other special occasions among friends, family, and colleagues. While you may have already accounted and planned for those days on your calendar, there are some family-themed special occasion days in July that you may need to add. These other special July days include Cousin's Day on July 24th, Parent's Day on July 25th, Aunt and Uncle Day on July 26th, and Father-in-Law Day on July 30th. These are all opportunities to show your family members more love and appreciation, especially after such a challenging year. Our Memphis flower and gift shop as [...]
Pugh’s Best-Selling Bouquets, Plants, and More
We love our customers at our Memphis flower shops and appreciate their business. All of you have helped us sustain our family business, and we are so glad to be back to welcoming you all back in and helping with your weddings and events. One of the things we have always enjoyed is customer feedback that helps us decide what to do and how to get better. Your input also gives us the ability to help others decide what to buy for their loved ones. That's because we continue to update our bestsellers collection with flowers, plants, and packages most [...]
Dreaming About the Perfect Wedding?
Pugh's Wedding Flowers will turn that dream of a perfect wedding into a reality. We've been helping brides and grooms for decades throughout the Memphis area create memorable weddings with the most beautiful floral designs for indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions. This includes all types of wedding flowers, including bridal bouquets, boutonnieres, ceremony flowers, reception flowers, and wedding cake flowers. We also have professional relationships with Memphis wedding venues so we understand what you will need to decorate the space and can provide seamless service since we are already familiar with those running the sites. Although we did [...]
Enjoy the Arrival of Summer with Fresh Flowers and Seasonal Plants
Summer is here! It officially arrived on June 20th, but we've been in summer mode at our Memphis flower shop for many weeks now. Our floral design team has come up with so many new and exciting summer floral designs. This summer couldn't have gotten here in sooner! It kicked off with in-person graduations and has continued with many summer wedding books throughout Memphis. Our fellow small business owners in Memphis are opening up back up and welcoming customers back officially just as we have done. You can shop our summer flower and plant collection online through our website or [...]
Celebrating Dads During Father’s Day
Father's Day is fast-approaching on Sunday, June 20th. This year, it's exciting to think we can get back out there and treat Dad to a meal out, a day on the golf course, or even a movie. Plus, we can make our gatherings so much larger now so that everyone can toast their favorite Dad. Our Memphis flower and gift shop has expanded the Father's Day collection to give you so many ways to spoil your Father this year. There is something for every type of Dad -- from flowers and plants to gift packages and baskets. Many of our [...]
Celebrating Roses During National Rose Month
Roses are a beautiful flower enjoyed throughout the year and around the world for all types of occasions, sentiments, and celebrations. However, roses are more plentiful in the spring and summer months, peaking in June. This is why June was selected for National Rose Month. It's also a month filled with even more celebrations, including serving as a popular month for weddings as well as graduations and more. June also offers another rose occasion, known as Red Rose Day on June 12th. This is an opportunity to add a day of romance to the month or just show love to [...]
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Celebrate Spring with Plant a Flower Day and St. Patrick’s Day
Now that spring is nearly here, it's time to start thinking about all the beautiful flowers and sunshine that are on their way. This week, we have two special March days to celebrate that can be enhanced by flowers at your home or office or as a gift for someone special in your life. Plant a Flower Day is today, March 12th, and March 17th is St. Patrick's Day. Here are some beautiful floral ideas to celebrate both from our Memphis flower shop: ST. PATRICK'S MIX This bright and celebratory mix of green flowers and seasonal greenery is an ideal way to celebrate the wearing of the green on St. Patrick's Day. BRIGHTLY BLOOMING This spring flower arrangement mixes green, yellow, and white for a beautiful bouquet. ST. PATRICK'S BEST VALUE Our floral designers take seasonal flowers and greenery and put something together for you for St. Patrick's Day that fits your style and budget. BAMBOO GARDEN Enjoy this tall arrangement that is a unique offering for St. Patrick's Day. It combines flowers and greenery in a short, square bamboo container. DAISY FRESH! Spring means the arrival of daisies, so this bouquet celebrates that flower with a vase that overflows with different colors of daisies and greenery. GREEN SCHEFFLERA Plants are also a good idea for St. Patrick's Day, often lasting for months and years with just a little care and attention. The Schefflera plant is low maintenance and offers stunning foliage. SPRING OASIS This spring bouquet features purple, pink, and green with numerous spring flowers included. STUNNING SPRING MIX A fishbowl vase holds a wide range of spring flowers with bold colors that are sure to brighten your day! Come check out our Memphis flower shop today to celebrate these two special days. You can also order by phone or through our website.
March Birthdays are Here to Celebrate!
March has arrived and, with it, there are most likely many birthdays to celebrate between friends, family members, neighbors, and colleagues. At our Memphis flower shop, we are preparing for a busy month with the arrival of spring flowers. That makes our birthday flower arrangement collection that much brighter like these beautiful birthday gift ideas: BIRTHDAY SPARKLE A shimmering golden cube with intricate cutouts holds a celebratory bouquet with numerous seasonal flowers in bold colors. YOUR WISH IS GRANTED! We have two beautiful flowering birthday cake bouquets. The first contains roses, carnations, and mums with birthday candles on top. FLOWERING BIRTHDAY CAKE The second birthay cake flower arrangement features mini carnations and pompons. It is topped with a rose and candles. WOODLAND SURPRISE This flower arrangement includes yellows, greens, oranges and more for a rustic floral design. CELEBRATION PACKAGE Celebrate a birthday with this package that contains a mixed vase of colorful flowers and a locally made pound cake that serves 4-6 people. GOLDEN GARDEN This sunny celebratory birthday bouquet offers a mix of yellow flowers, including the briliantly hued sunflower. The bouquet arrives in a reusable container. Don't forget that we also have other gift packages as well as balloon bouquets and more to celebrate all those special birthdays!
Celebrate Floral Design Day With Your Favorite Memphis Florist
Floral Design Day is February 28th, and it's a special day to celebrate this artistic tradition and recognize those talented individuals who create extraordinary floral designs for decor, gifts, events, and weddings. It's a tremendously creative way to help others express themselves, and we appreciate every floral designer who works in our Memphis flower shop. Our bestselling flowers provide an ideal example of the incredible talent our floral design team has: EVERYDAY DELIGHT This bouquet was designed to showcase many flowers and uses an array of vibrant colors. There are hydrangea, roses, stock, and other flowers arranged in a clear glass cube vase. NATURE'S HARMONY This elegant floral design creates a tall floral arrangement with many premium flowers, full hydrangea, and unique seasonal greenery. DELTA DELIGHT This nod to the Mississippi Delta focuses on natural beauty like found in roses, hydrangeas, and succulents. BLOOMS IN PINK This cube vase design features pink and purple hues. Although it is compact, there are ample flowers and textures to make it feel so much larger. HAPPINESS This stunning floral design features a combination of stargazer lilies and hydrangea. It's a sophisticated look. We'd love to show you even more floral artistry so stop by our Memphis flower shop today! Our floral designers also like working directly with customers to create custom flower arrangements for special occasions or memorable gifts!
Getting Wedding Flower Ready During National Wedding Month
February is National Wedding Month. If you got engaged over Valentine's Day or recently, you may be thinking about wedding planning. That's why this special month is the ideal time to start planning your wedding, including wedding flowers. And, our Memphis flower shop and wedding consultation team are here to help you get started and see you all the way through your wedding day, planning just what you want for your special day. Now is the time to book in for your free wedding consultation at our Memphis flower shop. When you set your appointment, you'll be able to hear about the possible wedding flower options for your ceremony and reception. This includes wedding bouquets, wedding party flowers like boutonnieres, wedding ceremony flowers for indoor or outdoor weddings, and wedding reception flowers that also include flowers for your wedding cake. To get you started, be sure to check out our special website just for wedding flowers. On this Memphis wedding flower website, you'll be able to see many examples of other wedding flowers we have designed for our clients. This includes a wide range of designs, styles, and colors. From this website, you'll also see numerous wedding flowers for different aspects of your special day. Plus, you can learn more about what to think and plan for when it comes to this special part of your wedding. Also, we've made it very easy to schedule this free wedding consultation straight from our website right now, so let's get started with helping you plan your upcoming wedding!
Gorgeous Valentine’s Day Roses For Your Memphis Sweetheart
Valentine's Day is on February 14th so it's nearly time to spoil that special someone in your life. And, roses are still one of the most treasured Valentine's Day gifts to receive because of the symbolic love that they contain. At our Memphis flower shop, we have premium long-stemmed roses in a variety of colors and quantities for y0ur Valentine's Day gift giving like these beauties: ROMANCE PACKAGE Our romance package for Valentine's Day includes one-dozen red roses or upgrade to add lilies or another dozen roses. The package also features a 16" teddy bear, gourmet chocolates, and Valentine's Day Mylar balloon. TRUE LOVE ROSES VALENTINE'S SPECIAL Express your love this Valentine's Day with this multi-colored rose bouquet. ROSE INDULGENCE This luxurious Valentine's Day bouquet contains red and pink roses as well as white hydrangea. ONE DOZEN PINK ROSES An alternative to red roses is this sweet floral display of 12 pink roses with greenery accents. 48 RED ROSES Give the gift of four dozen red roses with baby's breath and greenery. THE SCENT OF LOVE Love smells sweet when you give fragrant lilies and roses as well as a handmade soy candle. This is for local Memphis delivery only. WRAPPED RED ROSES A dozen red roses are wrapped in cellophane and tied with a pretty red bow. This is a Valentine's Day gift option that you can only pick up in one of our three Memphis flower shops. TRIPLE ROSE BUD VASE This sweet and sentimental bouquet includes three roses and filler flowers arranged in a clear glass vase. You can choose from rose colors like red, pink, yellow, or rainbow based on what's available when you place your Valentine's Day order. Don't forget to spoil your loved one! Order today!
Reasons To Place Your Valentine’s Day Order Today!
Valentine's Day is close. This year, it's on Thursday, February 14th. There are many reasons to place your order now and also get this Valentine's Day gift delivered a few days early. First, your Valentine will be able to enjoy their gifts for an entire week, leaving special time for y0u to spend together when the day arrives. Second, there's a better chance of having your Valentine's Day gifts exactly how you want them and delivered in time for the special day rather than after! Also, we have a special incentive as well if you choose to deliver your Valentine's Day gifts early. If you surprise your loved one a day before Valentine's Day with your order from our Memphis flower shop and are one of the first 100 to do so, we'll throw in a special collectible charm that represents our flower shop. And, speaking of special gifts, we have a Valentine's Day gift for all of our customers. Our $200 value gift to you includes free wrapped roses on any day in March, a free portrait session with Kelly Day Portraits, and 40% off a makeover with Chloe Skelton. Here are some more gift ideas for Valentine's Day from our collection that are available in our Memphis flower shop or through our website: BLOOMING PLANT This is a gift that keeps on giving and showing your love for years to come with just simple maintenance. The blooming plant arrives in a wicker basket with Valentine's Day-themed ribbon. VALENTINE'S GARDEN This beautiful expression of your love includes tropical and blooming plants in a ceramic dish with special Valentine's Day accents. TROPICAL BLOOMING BROMELIAD PLANT This bright tropical plant is long-lasting and offers brilliant coloring that your loved one will be sure to enjoy at home or in their office. It's an ideal gift for any plant lover. It arrives in a metal container or other type of available container at the time of order. GRACEFUL ORCHID An orchid is a beautiful way to show your love. It also can last for years with just basic care. PINK BLOOMS SPA SET This Valentine's Day gift set gives your loved one quite a few gifts in one. It features a cube vase full of seasonal flowers, a hand-made lotion and soap spa set, and a Valentine's Day balloon. Order today!
Make a Lasting Impression With Flowers This Valentine’s Day
With Valentine's Day just a few short weeks away now is the time to think about how you can make a lasting impression with your special someone. Our Memphis flower shop is fully stocked with everything from our Valentine's Day collection plus bulk flowers and flowers and seasonal accents for a special custom Valentine's Day bouquet or custom Valentine's Day flower arrangement. In fact, when it comes to our custom floral designs, our incredible floral design team creates everything with your recipient in mind from what you share with them. Here are some more of the types of Valentine's Day floral designs your loved one can enjoy that can shape your idea of what you would like to do for a custom Valentine's Day floral arrangement: LOVE AND HAPPINESS Show how much you love that special someone and what joy they bring to your lives through the beauty of flowers. This arrangement includes stargazer lilies and hydrangea. LASTING LOVE This special Valentine's Day floral gift includes roses, lilies, snapdragons, and hydrangea displayed in a tall glass vase. BLOOMS IN PINK A cube vase is filled with pink and purple flowers. It's a delightful way to show your affection for someone else this Valentine's Day, including teachers, colleagues, your kids, and friends. DELIGHTFUL BOUQUET This garden style flower arrangement offers three sizes with an increasing amount of blooms. There are flowers of many colors and varieties arranged in a clear glass vase. That means there is a size for every budget. SPLENDID SUNSHINE This is an incredibly large and tall arrangement to give a loved one this Valentine's Day. It offers a rainbow of colors along with different textures and sizes of flower varieties. If you would like to order a custom Valentine's Day flower arrangement, you must make an appointment with our floral design team. Call us today to come and meet with our award-winning floral design team!
Valentine’s Day is Coming Soon!
At our Memphis flower shop, we are getting ready for Valentine's Day with a new collection of flowers and gifts as well as larger volumes of our most-requested Valentine's Day flowers like long-stemmed roses. That means we'll be ready now for you to place your Valentine's Day orders in our Memphis flower shop, by phone, or through our website. Not sure what to get? Check out some of the Valentine's Day gift ideas from our collection: ROMANCE PACKAGE One of the gift categories we offer at Valentine's Day are packages, which making shopping a breeze while offering additional value for the budget-conscious Valentine's Day shopper. This particular package is an ideal way to show your love. It contains one dozen red roses, which you can upgrade with lilies. All package sizes include a 16" teddy bear, box of chocolates, and a Valentine's Day-themed Mylar balloon. SWEETEST SATIN This Valentine's Day flower arrangement offers a unique look with its satiny gloss and quilted pattern. Inside the vase, behold the beauty of red roses and white lilies on display. FRAGRANT GIFT COMBO While this is a smaller Valentine's Day package, it's still just as special. It offers a bouquet of red roses and a hand-made soy candle. You can choose six or 12 roses as well as one of four candle options based on availability. TRIPLE ROSE BUD VASE This small and sweet Valentine's Day gift includes three roses & filler flowers arranged in a clear glass vase. Choose from red, pink, yellow, or rainbow rose colors. Each week leading up to Valentine's Day, we will feature some of our other Valentine's Day gift ideas! Be sure to come in our Memphis flower shop and visit our website to check them out!
Celebrate Houseplant Appreciation Day in Memphis
Today is Houseplant Appreciation Day here in Memphis and around the country. It's that time of year to think about what plants really do for us in terms of benefits. Some purify the air while all of them definitely make it easier to breathe. Plus, adding a touch of nature to our homes and offices creates a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere. To help you celebrate Houseplant Appreciation Day by getting something for yourself or as a gift, we have a plant collection in our Memphis flower shop and through our website that makes it easy to receive local or national delivery of green plants, flowering plants, or even dish and basket gardens. CACTUS GARDEN Cactus gardens are one of the easiest green plants to take care of plus they add interest through their different shapes and textures. We have a wide variety to choose from! PEACE LILY The peace lily offers a serene sight. And, it makes a special gift for someone else to let them know you are thinking of them. There are all types of containers so you can find one that fits your home or office decor. EXTRA LARGE BLOOMING GARDEN This blooming garden offers a wide range of green indoor plants combined with colorful, seasonal blooming plants. GREEN SCHEFFLERA The Schefflera plant has beautiful foliage plus it is low-maintenance. You'll be able to choose your container to match your decor. CROTON PLANT This is a colorful, leafy plant that adds interest to any room where it is featured. EXTRA LARGE CERAMIC PLANT GARDEN This is our largest ceramic garden, and it features numerous green houseplants that are arranged in a ceramic dish along with seasonal accents. You can also choose another size. TROPICAL BLOOMING BROMELIAD PLANT This is a unique plant to enjoy. It comes from the tropical and subtropical forests and are typically found growing on tree trunks and branches. The bromeliad stands between 18" and 25" tall. BLOOMING WISHES If you are looking to give something special, why not on National Houseplant Day? This gift package includes a beautiful blooming plant, assorted gourmet chocolates, and a "thinking of you" balloon. Your recipient is sure to be pleased! Now's the time, so order in our Memphis flower shop, call us, or visit our website today!
Random Acts of Kindness Like Sending Flowers Brings the Smiles
As the New Year gets underway, it's a good time to resolve to do more for others in terms of kindness. Because we are often so busy, we may not realize what others are going through. However, a quick call, note, or small bouquet of flowers may brighten their day even if we think it's just a small gesture. Our best seller collection offers a wide range of sweet bouquets and small flower arrangements designed to help you enact more random acts of kindness: LOVE ME TENDER Let's start with this special arrangement on this special day. As you probably know, today is Elvis' birthday. And, our "Love Me Tender" arrangement is named in his honor. It contains a beautiful mix of six red roses and lilies in a glass vase. The floral design is simply stunning. SHELBY SPECIAL This unique floral display includes a succulent, roses, and greenery. The flowers and greenery depend on seasonal availability. DELTA DELIGHT Named after the Mississippi Delta, which is an area of extraordinary natural beauty, this new floral design features roses, hydrangeas, and succulents. FASCINATING This incredible floral display features over a dozen different varieties of exotic and garden flowers arranged in an oversized glass vase. BLOOMS IN PINK This sweet bouquet focuses on pink and purple flowers. The display will vary by season and flower availability. DELIGHTFUL BOUQUET Enjoy a wide range of flower varieties and colors arranged in a clear glass vase. You can choose from three sizes. EVERYDAY DELIGHT This flower arrangement showcases hydrangea, roses, stock, and other seasonal flowers in a glass cube vase. These are just some of the ways you can bring more smiles to more people with a thoughtful gift for a special occasion, a pick me up, or even a just because. Order by phone, online, or in-person today and get started on your resolve to show more kindness this year!