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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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Plants to Celebrate National Indoor Plant Week
The third week of September is known as National Indoor Plant Week. It was created to draw awareness to the health benefits of green plants so more people would add plants to their homes and offices. Now is the time to do the same for your Memphis home, office, or even home office! Thanks to your friends at Pugh's, you can select from a wide range of indoor green plants and even indoor blooming plants. Plant of the Day Our Plant of the Day option includes a choice of 8" (in diameter) green plants, depending on what's available. Plant varieties [...]
Remember Loved Ones on Grandparents Day
Your grandparents miss you and may even be struggling with this social distancing mandate. While some may be getting used to FaceTime or Zoom, they still want to hug you and show love to their grandkids. Now, more than ever, Grandparents Day is important because it's the perfect opportunity to show love and affection when they need it the most. This year, Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 13th. Our Memphis flower shop has plenty of ways to show love to your grandparents: Cute Bouquets We've got some adorable floral options that will make your grandparents smile and maybe even laugh. [...]
Make Someone’s Day with a Gift From Pugh’s Flowers
Now, more than ever, we need to let others in our life know we are thinking of them and we are there for them even if we can't be together in-person as much as we were used to. We never know what others are going through so by checking in and sending a small gift may just make that person's day! There are a number of official special days to do so, but, of course, you can do it any day. This month, there is Senior Citizen's Day on August 21st, Kiss and Make Up Day on August 25th, and [...]
Sympathy Flowers For Home and Service
The loss of a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever face in life. The last few months have been some of the toughest because the loss has come with the inability to say good bye with a funeral. Now, there are more opportunities to hold intimate funerals to say our goodbyes. However, we may not still be able to have all our loved ones together for these or see our loved ones to let them know we are thinking of them. Don't worry because our Memphis flower shop is here to help by providing you [...]
Celebrate Smiles and Romance with Special Gifts From Pugh’s Flowers
While 2020 hasn't been quite what we've expected and it's put a lot of challenges in front of us, the good news is that we are still here. We have our friends and family members and continue to focus on these positive forces in our life. Reasons to Celebrate in August We may know others that are still struggling, and that's what makes this year's National Smile Week even more important. It's an opportune time to focus on those in your life and do your best to put a smile on their face with a thoughtful gesture or surprise just-because [...]
Elvis Week 2020 Celebration
Each year here in Memphis we celebrate the life of Elvis. This year, although modified, Elvis Week 2020 is still on. This celebration will be held from August 8 to August 16. There are many options to choose from. The virtual week is an online fan experience that showcases past fan-favorite Elvis Week events as well as offers new interviews, a Facebook Live at Graceland Mansion, and more. The Virtual Elvis Week will be offered through a private, closed Facebook group. There will still be events at Graceland but modified to comply fully with recommended government protocols. The activities include daily screening [...]
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Breast Cancer Awareness in Memphis
October is designated as national breast cancer awareness month. We do our part here in Memphis, along with numerous organizations, to raise awareness and money for research. It's hard to imagine that such a terrible disease keeps taking wives, mothers, sisters, and friends, but it does. That's why we have to keep fighting, and this month is a good time to start if you have never gotten involved. In Memphis, there are many organizations planning races, walks, events, and remembrance ceremonies. Many people are also having their own private and family celebrations to remember many special people. There are also celebrations that toast those that have beaten breast cancer due to early detection. We have been creating pink flower arrangements, bouquets, and centerpieces for events and gifts. If you are interested in these, here are some examples of the pink flowers we have available: BLOOMS IN PINK This small flower arrangement contains a mix of pink and purple flower varieties. CALICO This stunning floral bouquet includes roses, hydrangea, hypericum berries, lilies, and stock. HEART FULL OF LOVE As part of a remembrance ceremony, this is a truly heart-warming floral display of roses and carnations in various shades of pink arranged to look like a heart. GORGEOUS PINK ROSES Long-stemmed pink roses are the focal point of this arrangement that comes in a tall glass vase. KISSED BY AN ANGEL This thoughtful flower arrangement includes pink lilies, roses, and hydrangea. PINK GRACE This cube arrangement offers a variety of seasonal flowers, including many in shades of pink. SWEET AND SENTIMENTAL This arrangement includes six pink roses with greenery. While simple, it is full of heartfelt love. Be sure to place your orders today at our Memphis flower shop, by phone, or through our website to get all your flowers for breast cancer awareness month!
Voted Best Florist In Memphis TN
Pugh's Flowers Voted #1 Florist In The Greater Memphis Tennessee Area The Memphis Flyer has just completed voting for "Best of Memphis" in the last few weeks. Pugh's Flowers won "Best Florist" in the floral category. We are extremely pleased that the readers of Memphis Flyer decided to cast their votes for us. Pugh's Flowers has been proudly serving Memphis Tn and Southaven MS since 1976. We are a true second generation, family owned and operated floral design firm. Our firm operates 4 floral design centers in the greater Memphis area, including our flower shop in Southaven. All are open for in-store shopping and each is equipped with a walk-in cooler, filled with gorgeous fresh flower arrangements. In addition, we also offer stunning wedding and event flowers. Our wedding and event staff is truly one of the most talented in the state of Tennessee. Pugh's offers FREE Wedding Consultations for all prospective brides. If you have a wedding coming up, we encourage you to schedule a free consultation with one of our expert wedding planners. They can help you create the perfect wedding flower package for your special day. The bridal bouquets we create are fabulous. We offer cascading bouquets, ultra popular nosegay bouquets and beautiful custom hand-tied bouquets. Our team can create boutonnieres for the guys that match the design look and feel of the bouquets. The flowers we create for wedding ceremonies and receptions are just incredible. We offer turn-key wedding packages that include venue set up of the flowers and decor and post event pick up for the decor. One to the things are really makes Pugh's Flower unique is the fact that we also offer the best selection of plants in Memphis. We offer a great collection of live green plants of all types. The make wonderful gifts and provide the recipient with a gift that lasts a long time. Looking for something unique? Check out the fabulous dish gardens and flowering baskets we offer. They are guaranteed to deliver a smile from anyone who receives one as a gift. We also have some great exotic and tropical plant options as well. Pugh's offers Cymbidium and Dendrobium orchids and also have other tropical plant options for you to choose from. Thank you again to the readers of the Memphis Flyer who cast their votes for Pugh's Flowers for "Best Florist in Memphis." We appreciate your vote and your business very much. Thank you for the opportunity to serve.
Join Us for Camp Good Grief 5K Run on October 1st!
"For anyone dealing with the death of a parent, it is a very difficult time but for a child it is devastating. I know firsthand. My father died of cancer at the early age of 46 and I was only 16. This is why Camp Good Grief has become a passion of mine and our entire family. Children grieve differently than adults and Camp Good Grief gives them the opportunity and tools to overcome these tragedies. Please make time to join us on October 1st to celebrate life and know that your support is going to help children fulfill theirs." This is a quote from Mark Pugh, our Memphis flower shop owner. In always working with the community, Pugh's Flowers has remained steadfast in its goal to help in any way possible. That's just one of the reasons they are sponsoring Camp Good Grief's 5K and one-mile walk. And, the rest, as you can see, is a personal connection to the fundraiser's objective. Camp Good Grief is the Mid-South's first children's bereavement camp. About the Camp Camp Good Grief is the Mid-South's first children's bereavement camp. The objective of the camp is to provide a free camp for children, ages 6 to 12, where they can be helped by a supportive environment. Here, they can express their feelings about the loss of a loved one and be with others that have experienced a similar loss. The camp is made possible through a grant from Baptist Memorial Health Care Foundation. It's also able to function each year because of the generous individual donations and partnerships with local businesses like Pugh’s Flowers, Pugh’s Earthworks, Moe's Southwest Grill, and Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery. Fundraising Efforts Besides sponsoring the event, Team Pugh has already raised nearly $1,200 and is in the lead in terms of team fundraising. The goal is to get $10,000. Nearly 40% of the total goal has been met. Event Details Come join us on Sunday, October 1st, 2017 at 2 p.m. This is a fun family-centered event you won't want to miss this year or for years to come. Besides the healthy dose of competition in the 5k and one-mile walk, there will also be moon bounces, face painting, and games for the kids. Grilled hamburgers, cotton candy, and treats as well as soft drinks and bottled water.
Fall Arrives in Memphis
Fall is here. The new season begins September 22nd, which means we have to finally say goodbye to summer. The weather has already started changing, including the arrival of crisper mornings and the gorgeous display of fall leaves in all their glorious colors. We've been busy at our Memphis flower shop preparing for the new season. This includes the arrival of fall flower varieties. That means bold and dramatic colors, new textures, and interesting accents that go into spectacular fall floral designs for our centerpieces, bouquets, and arrangements. There are so many upcoming holidays, special occasions, and events like fall weddings to plan for, so now is the time to start your search for the best fall flower arrangements in Memphis. It's also a good time to begin thinking about fall holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving. To get you ready for fall gifts and decor planning, check out these highlights from our fall flower and gift collection: ABUNDANT FALL ARRANGEMENT This fall flower arrangement includes a wide array of flower varieties and colors. The vase is practically overflowing with flowers, making this an exceptional value. It's perfect for a foyer or table to welcome guests during the fall season. AMBER CUBE Although it comes in a compact cube vase, this fall bouquet packs a colorful punch. Not to mention, it's not just an ordinary cube vase. It is a work of art that offers opalescent mercury glass with a golden ombre finish. SENSATIONAL SUNSET This warm and rich arrangement of flowers makes an ideal centerpiece. It offers a mix of premium flowers and choice of fall colors. HEIRLOOM CROCK This is really two gifts in one. First, your recipient gets a bouquet of fall flowers. Then, they receive a hand-glazed, keepsake kitchen crock that holds the flowers but later can be used for decoration or storage. COUNTRY OVEN DISH This fall favorite is also two gifts in one. There is an autumn bouquet plus a hand-glazed stoneware serving dish that can be used for cooking and serving. FALL FANTASY This fall flower arrangement offers a mix of stunning varieties and unique colors. Use it for decor or send it to a loved one for their fall birthday.
Here’s To Grandparents Everywhere!
Whether they are down the street from you here in Memphis or they are across the country, your grandparents love to see and hear from you. While you may not be able to talk to them every day, you can take time on National Grandparents' Day, which is Sunday, September 10th, to spend the day with them or send them a special gift. They might even enjoy a phone call from you! Our best sellers flower collection offers a number of ways you can show your grandparents love on their special day: ANOTHER DAY IN PARADISE This is a luxury arrangement that offers a bountiful amount of blooms and premium flowers in an array of colors. Your grandparents will be in awe of its beauty. 12 RED ROSES A flower arrangement doesn't have to be fancy to wow your grandparents. They will love this arrangement that contains one dozen red roses, greenery, and baby's breath. DELIGHTFUL BOUQUET Available in three sizes, this garden style arrangement includes many colors and varieties in a clear glass vase. The larger the size selection, the more blooms your grandparents will receive! BEAUTIFUL GLADS This floral display includes 12 stems of mixed color glads in a tall glass vase. It makes a dramatic statement! ABUNDANT FALL ARRANGEMENT We also have our fall flower collection in our stores and ready to go for your grandparents. This one includes an overflowing display of many fall colors. AUTUMN THOUGHTS This fall flower arrangement includes fall and summer colors, offering a beautiful transition from one season to another. BLOOMS IN PINK Great things also come in small packages. This is a compact arrangement with a variety of pink and purple blooms. Place Your Order Today! Remember that you can call our Memphis flower shop or stop by to place your order. Our website is also a great way to order gifts for Grandparents' Day that we can hand deliver here in Memphis or send to a florist in our partner network to hand deliver wherever your grandparents live in the country.
It’s Time to Celebrate Those September Birthdays!
September is here, which means you have a whole new month of birthdays to celebrate on behalf of friends, family members, colleagues, and clients. Getting organized now with shopping and birthday gifts means you can put that task aside and know everything is set to be delivered on those special days. We're here to help by taking all of your birthday orders now for those in the Memphis area and across the country. Plus, we have all types of birthday gifts that are beautiful, thoughtful, and cheerful. In fact, our birthday collection includes something for everyone -- no matter what their age -- and that fits your budget. Check out these birthday gift ideas from our collection: BIRTHDAY SPARKLE This blinged out flower arrangement comes in a shimmering golden cube with cutouts, which can be used as a candle holder. The flower arrangement includes various options for choices of flowers and colors. There's also a sparkly "happy birthday" accent included. A VERY HAPPY ARRANGEMENT This cheerful flower arrangement features roses, gerbera daisies, and other available seasonal flowers. CELEBRATION PACKAGE Perfect for a birthday, this package includes a mixed vase of seasonal flowers and a locally made pound cake. The cake serves four to six people, so maybe your recipient will share a piece with you! 5 DAYS OF GIFTS This is a truly unique birthday gift for that special someone in your life. It includes a delivery of five gifts over five consecutive days. This includes a colorful bud vase with seasonal flowers, a pound cake and "thinking of you" balloon, a bowl of daisies, a fresh fruit basket, and a dozen wrapped red roses. Delivery must be made to the same location. You can even provide us with five different card messages to make your recipient feel even more loved. FLOWERING BIRTHDAY CAKE While it looks like a birthday cake you could eat, we don't recommend it That's because it's made entirely of fresh flowers like mini carnations, pompons, and roses. It's a gorgeous display! BEAR BASKET This is another great birthday package to send. It comes with a teddy bear, a gourmet box of chocolates, and two birthday Mylar balloons. BEAR BALLOON BOUQUET Another birthday package option is this special treat of a teddy bear, two Mylar balloons, and three latex balloons. Birthday On Order! Time to place your order in our Memphis flower shop, by phone, or through our website!
Celebrating Labor Day with Summer Flowers and Roses On Sale
To celebrate Labor Day, which recognizes how hard we all work and gives most of us an extra day off for a three-day weekend and signals the end of summer, we are putting our summer flowers and roses on sale so you can enjoy them while they last. Here are some of the beautiful ways you can add to your decor for your upcoming Labor Day barbecue or pool party: Rose Sale Our rose sale is for local purchase and delivery only. It does include our rose gift packages that come with balloons and teddy bears (or our adorable skunk mascot). There are other rose packages on sale that feature homemade pound cake or a soy candle along with the gorgeous roses that are fresh, long-lasting, and large. You can also choose from wrapped roses, which make a great bouquet to give as a special gift. Summer Flower Specials Here are some of the summer flower arrangements we have on sale right now: SUNFLOWERS AND KRISPIE POP This is a delightful gift for anyone. It comes with a skunk-shaped Rice Krispies treat on a stick that we call a Skunk Pop. This delicious treat is paired with a vase filled with sunflowers. A VERY HAPPY ARRANGEMENT This cheerful flower arrangement includes roses and gerbera daisies. PERFECT MIX Sunflowers are combined with a variety of purple and pink blooms that complement each other. These are hand-arranged in a cube vase. t SUMMER SALSA This flower arrangement delivers bold colors like orange, coral, and purple. A clear glass vase that has been lined with exotic leaves holds roses, orchids, and sunflowers. SAY IT WITH SUNFLOWERS This flower arrangement overflows with sunflowers and greenery, Time to Place Your Order! These are also great gifts to consider for the host of a Labor Day celebration you attend! Order now online, by phone, or at our Memphis flower shop. These promotional prices last as long as the summer flowers we have left are here. After that, get ready for the launch of our upcoming fall flower collection!
Commemorating the Death of the King and Celebrating Elvis Week
This Elvis Week will mark the 40th anniversary of Elvis’ passing, which was on August 16th, 1977. At Graceland in Memphis, the crowds already indicate that this will be the largest Elvis Week. Fans have come to Memphis from all over the world to join in remembering the King and celebrating the life and legacy of Elvis Presley. Remembering the King Elvis Week 2017 kicked off on Friday, August 11th with an Elvis fan reunion and a sold-out dance party. Other festivities have included a 5k run, charity auction, and numerous concerts. There was even a conference that covered many topics about Elvis and conversation event with his friends and family, including Priscilla Presley, which also sold out. Elvis Week 2017 ends on Saturday, August 19th with an incredible concert line-up. As with most of the festivities, this event is also sold out. However, there are many events also still open and other opportunities to remember Elvis just how you would like as a fan. Paying Tribute with Flowers Flowers and gifts always end up at Graceland at this time of year so think of us if you would like to leave Elvis and his family a special gift. Or, maybe you have friends and family members that also love Elvis but could not make it to Elvis Week. We have two very special Love Me Tender bouquets that are great ways to pay tribute to the King. You can choose from a stunning floral arrangement of six red roses and lilies in a beautiful glass vase or you can opt for six pink roses to accompany the lilies. It's a beautiful way to remember such an incredible singer and artist. Of course, we have many other flower arrangements to choose from or you can customize your own bouquet or flower arrangement to leave at one of the Elvis Week events. We can also hand deliver flowers throughout the Memphis area or around the country. Be sure to call us or visit our Memphis flower shop. For convenient ordering, you can also consider using our website, which makes it easy to place a flower order in minutes from your computer or mobile device! A Treasured Week We love celebrating and honoring Elvis Presley. It's also so great to have so many people come to Memphis and come together for such a special person. We look forward to meeting many new and old Elvis fans at our Memphis flower shop in the coming days!
Gifts for Smiles Highlight National Smile Week
The second week of August is National Smile Week each year. It's that time again to think about how you can make those around you smile with a thoughtful gesture, some kind words, or something special that they won't expect from you. Smiles aren't just for friends and family. It also feels good to make others you don't know smile by holding the door for them, saying thank you, or just smiling back at them. When it comes to those special people in your life, a gift for National Smile Week might be what you want to do, so we have some great gift ideas for you designed around smiles: PERFECT MIX Sunflowers are combined with a variety of purple and pink flowers in a cube style vase for a sweet message of concern. BRIGHT AND CHEERY Bring the sunshine to anyone's day with this flower arrangement of bright and bold blooms. PURPLE AND YELLOW BEAUTY This bouquet brings yellow and purple flowers together along with greenery to add warmth and beauty to your recipient's life. BE HAPPY MUG This keepsake happy mug is filled with cheery flowers like yellow and white daisies. It's a smile that makes a smile. VIBRANT This flower arrangement includes seasonal and fresh blooms that are available during the time period that you order it. For National Smile Week, we have summer flower choices and colors available for you. HERE COMES THE SUN Send the sunshine with this mix of bright flowers in a vase or container of your choice. BRIGHT BOUQUET Brighten anyone's day with this colorful flower arrangement that arrives in a cylinder style container. SAY IT WITH SUNFLOWERS Sunflowers and greenery make up this simple, yet, colorful, flower arrangement. GARDEN OF WELLNESS If you know someone who is under the weather or not well, consider this flower gift that will bring that smile back. It comes in a keepsake ceramic container that is overflowing with flowers. THE MIDTOWN COLLECTION The midtown collection includes a vibrant mixture of flowers and colors. You can choose to send your flowers in a tall vase, cube, or wrapped bouquet. Order today for local Memphis delivery or nationwide delivery so you can ensure you maximize the smiles during this special annual celebration!
Teacher Gifts for the New School Year
School kicks off in a few short days. While you are running around getting school supplies and clothes, you can check off any teacher gifts because we have you covered with a range of flowers, plants, and special gifts as well as convenient local delivery to all Memphis schools. If you aren't sure what to get because you have yet to meet the teachers, here are some great gift ideas for teachers that show your appreciation: SUNFLOWERS AND KRISPIE POP This is a special gift that any teacher will love. It is a skunk-shaped rice Krispie treat on a stick called a Skunk Pop. It comes with a vase of sunflowers. SUNNY SUNFLOWERS This cheerful summer bouquet is a big bowl of sunshine filled with gorgeous sunflowers. It will be sure to get attention on the teacher's desk. HAPPY DAY This bouquet contains sunflowers, hydrangea, roses, and other assorted blooms. It's hand arranged and provides a bright floral display. DAISY CHIPS This is two presents in one with a beautiful daisy bowl and a dozen freshly baked chocolate chip cookies from Buckley's. Any teacher is sure to love this thoughtful -- and tasty -- gift. BUTTERFLY BUDS This is a bud vase with mixed flowers and a butterfly accent. Its small size makes it ideal for the teacher's desk. BRIGHT AND CHEERY This is a bold flower arrangement with numerous types of summer flowers to keep that sunshine alive even when it's nearly fall. SUNSHINE MIXED VASE Teachers are sure to enjoy this combination of red, yellow, and purple flowers with alstroemeria, roses, chrysanthemums, gerberas, and snapdragons in a glass vase. Order Today! Don't forget we also have green plants, blooming plants, and other special gifts from local artisans. Order by phone, visit our Memphis flower shop, or use our online ordering form today!