Here is the photo :)

(Jason Kelce with my mom, Eileen, at Belvedere Flowers in Havertown PA)

NEW Maple Leaf Autumn Design

Available in 3 bold Fall colors. These metal tins have a maple leaf cut out design on them. Makes a perfect size centerpiece for the table, also a great gift to send for any occasion. These will sell out fast this Fall season!

Heres another container featuring the same design. These containers below come in a few styles.

NEW Sunflower Harvest Design

We also have a larger version of this tin that holds a premium indoor mum plant shown below...

Thats all for now, we will be back with more Autumn flower designs for you to order in 2023!

For now you can also browse our Autumn section here!

We recommend ordering your prom flowers about 1-3 weeks before the prom date, however we are also ready for the last minute onslaught that usually occurs, and have saved the day for many shoppers in a last minute panic for a prom bouquet. If your prom is on Mother's Day weekend, we can assure you that you will need to place the order early, as we will be booked to capacity that weekend. 

You can shop and place your order online- search by occasion- 

"Prom Flowers" 

You can also call the flower shop to place your order at 610-449-3880

Let us know the dress color when placing your order, and we will take care of the rest! All bouquets are unique, no bouquet is identical, flowers and colors may vary slightly to photos shown. Ask for our designers choice to compliment dress color!

Our Clutch hand tied bouquets start at *$64.99 and you can add a matching boutonniere for *$14.99. We also offer a more affordable 3 rose presentation at *$29.99 (*prices may change at certain times of year)

Ok, enough info, you want to view some photos right?!

Here are a bunch of unique hand tied Prom Bouquets we've created recently, I'll also add some wrist corsage samples and boutonnieres too.

Ahhhhhh....OK, well that's not even half of the photo library I have recently saved, but you get the idea!

Onto a few wrist corsage samples, including keepsake bracelets that will be available at Belvedere Flowers for Prom Season 2023! Will add more photos as they come in...

Here's a few Boutonniere photos. Roses are available in all colors such as white, red, lavender, light pink, hot pink, yellow, orange, peach, etc. We can create them with or without babies breath as shown in some of the photos, there are plenty of accent flowers we can sub with to match the prom bouquets and wrist corsages.

Ok, thats it for now! Don't forget to give us some notice, when ordering your prom flowers, shop online or give us a call at 610-449-3880.

You can *pick up your flowers the day of the prom anytime from 10am-4pm Monday-Friday and 9am-12noon on Saturday, *unless we tell you a different time. Sometimes flowers can be picked up the day before if thats more convenient for you. We can also deliver to Delaware County and surrounding areas if not able to pick up flowers.

Belvedere Flowers is family owned and operated for over 60 years, and has been creating and delivering weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, and many other special events to parts of Philadelphia, Delaware County, Montgomery County, and the Main Line of PA.

Here's a few sample photos from the many wedding and event venues we have delivered and set up flowers at.

Cairnwood Estate in Bryn Athyn PA 19009 - 

Bridal Party Flowers- Bride & Bridesmaids hand tied bouquets featuring roses, miniature calla lily, miniature gerbera daisies. Professional photos courtesy of Justin Marantz Photography.

Miniature calla lily boutonnieres for the Groom & Groomsmen

Outdoor Ceremony Flowers by Belvedere Flowers at Cairnwood Estate-

Manzanita Tree Table Centerpieces for the Wedding Reception 

Ok, that was a fun job to create flowers for! 

Moving along to a few other fantastic venues closer to our flower shop in Havertown.

There are lots of great wedding venues on the Main Line including The Radnor Hotel, The Pomme, Radnor Valley Country Club, Overbrook Golf Club, Philadelphia Country Club, Appleford, etc.

Here are some more sample photos of flowers from weddings we've created over the years.

The Pomme in Radnor PA - featuring lavender roses, white hydrangeas, fragrant fuchsia stock,  purple dendrobium orchids, etc.

These are not professional photos, just a few shots I took from my phone...

Fireplace mantle flowers custom made on site by Belvedere Flowers. This wedding was a few years back featuring purples and lavenders.

Below is one of our favorite venues - Radnor Valley Country Club in Villanova PA- RVCC

Large Lobby Display of all white flowers, featuring hydrangeas, snapdragons, calla lily, roses, orchids, hypericum berry , etc.

Thats my little mom, Eileen, watching me set up this large floral display at the RVCC!

Another job below from the RVCC with more color!

Below are some more wedding photos from random venues on the Main Line over the years, some professional shots and some taken from my phone-

Manzanita Tree for Piano at Overbrook Golf Club in Villanova PA

Finally, below a few more fun flower jobs we did at the Moshulu and Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia PA

Contact us at belvedereflowers@comcast.net or call us at 610.449.3880 for a free estimate today!

I wanted to talk about the black eye of the floral industry and share some easy tips to make sure that you place your flower orders direct with the local florist, and avoid using deceptive order gatherers. These online floral predators, claim to be your local florist, and basically act as a middleman, and also charge you a service fee anywhere from $14.99-29.99 on top of what you spend on the flowers. They then try to farm it out to a florist in their wire service to fill the order for you. In some cases, those orders do not get filled in time if at all! We get calls every week, from disappointed web shoppers, who were tricked into ordering from some of these large corporate companies (order gatherers), when doing a simple search for "Belvedere Flowers" or "flowers havertown" 

Here is a few screenshots from my phone, showing searches for "Belvedere Flowers" & "flowers havertown"

As you can see there are "sponsored results" that always show first in searches.

1. Avas Florist - (says "Havertown Florist" Same Day Delivery) Ava's Flowers is one of the largest order gatherers in the country, and they have been doing it for decades. They are not a florist in Havertown, they are not going to personally create and deliver your order for you. They are a middleman that's part of a wire service such as FTD, they will take your order, charge you a service fee, and then try to farm your order out to a filling florist in the town the order is going to. The filling florist also gives a 20%-28% cut to Ava's through the wire service, and then has to fill the order "to value". Unfortunately, the customer already loses out on service charge, and now is at the hands of a desperate filling florist to create their flower arrangement at a discounted price. As I have said, we get calls all the time from shoppers who tell us about their horrible experience using these floral companies. Expressing disappointment in the product delivered, if even delivered at all! 

2. Blossom Florist- again, ummmm, they are not a 'Havertown Florist #1 Florist", not even close! Same as Ava's, and for all I know, could be another Ava's , just using a different name. These Flower OG's are really good at spending lots of money on sponsored ads, so they can be seen in every town across the country, and gather as many orders as they can from online flower shoppers. In this case using keywords "florist" "flowers" "belvedere" "pa" "flower delivery"

So you see the top 2 sponsored ads in the screenshot above. You must avoid these sponsored results and look for the local places results below that. There you will find real local florists! 

Ok, so you want to choose from real local florists such as myself, Belvedere Flowers, or we also love our other local shops and also recommend them, Little Flower & Bridgee Bee's are also great choices!

Stay away from the OG's such as Blossoms, Ava's , From You Flowers, FTD, Teleflora, 1800Flowers, etc.

Here is another screenshot below done from someone else's phone, for the search "belvedere flowers"

As you can see, again, the top sponsored results are-

From You Flowers, From You Flowers, & 1800Flowers...

notice how they suck you in with the low prices of $39.99, $19.99, $35.99...those prices are not realistic to photo shown, as most flower arrangements start at $59.99 and up for anything substantial. Also as said before , after you get through the order process, you will see the price go up, and the service fees added, and then the disappointment of flowers being delivered a day late, if at all! They will happily offer to re-send for you, or refund your money and apologize, and offer you future coupons, but really, all you wanted was for your flowers to be delivered fresh, beautiful, and on time!

You can see us, "Belvedere Flowers" below the 3 sponsored ads in the screenshot above. A "Real Local Florist" serving all of Delaware County PA, and parts of surrounding counties such as, Montgomery County PA, Chester County PA, Main Line, Philadelphia PA. We are family owned and operated for over 60 years. Shop online or give us a call and ask for myself, Adam, or my mom, Eileen will be happy to take your order. 

We hope this little blog post helps those find a real local florist when sending flowers across the country or locally. Remember, avoid wire services such as FTD, Teleflora, 1800Flowers, etc. and avoid all "Sponsored" ads at the top of page, find the local address of florist listed, check the reviews , if needed, and try calling the florist direct, if you would like to hear a voice on the other end!

Shop smart, you deserve the best! There are so many creative florists across the world, working hard to survive, make sure your order goes direct to them! Shop Local!

We also have lots of NEW blooming planter options at affordable prices, here are a few samples of some available for pick up or delivery to Delaware County and surrounding areas.

Our best selling Peace Lily Plants (Spathiphyllum) are now available in these Spring keepsake planters with a cute pink and green daisy cut out design. 

These pastel woodboxes above come with 2 small blooming plants, accented with Spring wired ribbon. plants and colors may vary. 

Another NEW container, we expect to be a best seller for Mother's Day, these Pastel "Garden" Pitchers come arranged with either hydrangeas and roses, or miniature calla lily. 

Up next we have some Spring Gingham planters (below) with blooming plants (kalanchoes plants shown), they also will be soon available with fresh flowers too! Keep an eye on our website for those!

Stay tuned for more NEW Spring products and flower designs coming to our website. Give us a call today at 610.449.3880 if you have any questions.

Just added-

Pastel Watering Can with Assorted Roses

UPDATE- heres more NEW designs for Spring 2023!

Alternative Wedding Venues

Finding a new venue so close to the wedding date can be hair-raising but if you’re willing to explore other options, there are several unique wedding venues that may work out perfectly for you.

1. An outdoor park

If the weather in your area is generally fair, how about holding your ceremony in your local park? Outdoor wedding venues are fun and relaxed events that offer more opportunities for scenic wedding photoshoots. And because of the pandemic threat, outdoor wedding venues are even more ideal because they offer everyone more space to move around in and plenty of fresh air.

2. A boat

If you live near a lake, river, or the ocean, you may be able to charter a boat easily. Since large gatherings are still not recommended, a wedding and reception inside a boat with several of your loved ones may be a more intimate and fitting way to hold your nuptials.

If you and your partner are avid divers, you can also do an underwater wedding with the reception to be held on the boat.

3. A retreat

Many retreats are set in scenic locations in secluded areas. Not only do you get the perfect backdrop for your wedding shoots, you also get to enjoy your wedding day in a quiet location that’s far from the crowd. And since retreats either have cabins or rooms, it can also double as a place to lodge your guests who come from distant locations.

4. A home

If you have a big enough space at your residence, or if you know someone with a beautiful property who will graciously lend it to you (or charge you a reasonable sum for it), go ahead and hold your ceremony there. The money you save on rental can then be spent on transforming it into a magnificent place fit for a wedding.

Speaking with Vendors

A wedding planner, if you have one, can take care of all the details for you when changing wedding venues. For example, he or she will be the one to reach out to all the vendors (from the caterers and cake designer to the florist shop) to inform them of the change.

Don’t worry! Most are flexible enough to accommodate a location change provided that the location isn’t too drastically far from the previously agreed upon one (and the date of the wedding hasn’t been moved). If anything, they might simply charge you an additional fee to cover transport and other miscellaneous details.

Rest assured, your wedding will be a memorable and love-filled affair wherever you hold it.

Make your wedding extra special.

Flowers add color, style, and beauty to weddings. Contact us to learn more about our wedding flower offerings. 

Sending flowers, for example, is a great way to tell people that we are thinking of them. People often buy flowers for special occasions, but one of the best reasons for sending flowers is when there’s no reason at all. It’s a simple act of thoughtfulness that can put a smile on anyone’s face.

Why flowers?

They’re a bit of happiness that you can put in any room to brighten it up. They also do more than beautify a place. According to some studies, the presence of flowers can reduce anxiety and stress, brighten one’s outlook in life, and provide a long-term positive effect on a person’s mood. Now more than ever, we need that little bit of cheer in our lives.

Other ways to say you care

Aside from flowers, you can also try giving these practical gifts below. We’re sure your recipient will love them.

1. Plants and dish gardens

Unlike cut flowers, plants can last for a long time. It doesn’t matter how much of a green thumb your recipient has, there are hardy plants that can survive and thrive with minimal care. There are also many varieties that provide health benefits such as peace lilies, spider plants, and chrysanthemums. These indoor plants are some of the best when it comes to purifying the air.

Plants also add a delightful ambience to a home and a sense of tranquility. They’re sustainable and if given the proper amount of attention, will be there for you to enjoy for years to come.

2. A gift basket

A well-designed gift basket can show your appreciation for someone just as well as flowers and plants. It’s a nice thing for a receiver to get because each one is filled with little presents that can range from the tasty to useful. They’re easy enough to fill with things that your recipient prefers, but you can also order well thought-out ready-made ones.

A safe delivery experience

The current pandemic has put safety at the forefront of every business owner’s mind, including florists. Most have adapted to the new norm by offering contactless deliveries or following safe social distancing protocols. If your local florist doesn’t offer touchless delivery, it’s easy enough to request one to ensure that your gift can be left outside the door without requiring a signature.

Put a smile on someone’s face.

Remind your loved one that you are thinking of them even through the distance. Contact us for your gift of flowers today. 

1. You can save more money.

Some large floral shop chains will usually just redirect your orders to a florist somewhere in the same state or region as you. This florist will make up your order but you get to pay an additional fee to the big name flower site to be the middleman. In case they do not redirect your order but will make up your order themselves, you will then have to pay more for shipping, handling, and any other extras.

2. You can get better service.

Many floral shop chains utilize call center employees to handle calls for them. Any inquiry or complaint you might have will go through these employees who might not personally know a thing about your order. If you order directly from your local florist, any concern you have about your order will be immediately addressed by them and remedied sooner.

3. Your flowers will arrive fresher.

Purchasing floral arrangements from a flower shop near you means you get blooms while they’re fresh and while they’re in season. Many flowers that come from outside your region have usually been cut and spend several days in refrigerated storage before they get to you, which means they’ll likely wilt in your home within a few days.

4. Your arrangements are unique.

Working with a local flower shop means that you receive excellent recommendations that are customized to your style, needs, and budget. They’ll help you decide what specific colors, blooms, and design will convey your meaning the best.

5. You can get your orders quickly.

Staying with a local florist means that you will get your orders much more quickly than if you order from a giant floral supply chain. Plus because they will get to you sooner, you’ll be able to enjoy their blooms for longer.

Local flower shops aren’t any different from national floral supply chains. They have the same ordering capabilities and can provide you with many beautiful designs to suit any occasion. Once you’ve established a relationship with your local florist, you can be sure you’ll have someone who knows precisely what you need when you need it.

Supporting small businesses

Thinking local not only helps you cut on costs, but it can also help you and the community in the long run. Every dime you spend on a local enterprise is money it will spend on helping boost other local businesses. For example, your local flower shop is most likely to use a local bank to store its earnings, use a local farm to source flowers, use local crafters for ribbons, and so on. When your community thrives, everyone benefits.

Get fresh blooms today!

Our experienced local florists will help you pick out the best in-season flowers for you. Contact us now and receive your flowers as soon as possible.

Here’s what’s new on our website

• Improved searching, that lets you preview our products as soon as you start typing
• Better navigation, so you can find what you’re looking for quickly, and easily
• New products featured on the homepage, so you see what’s in season
• New images, to showcase just how beautiful our fresh flower arrangements truly are
• Improved checkout, with the ability to use PayPal and Apple Pay
• A Help Center page, with frequently asked questions, delivery and payment information, flower care tips and much more.
• And a blog! Visit us right here for news, events, and flower care tips from the shop.

In addition to quality flowers, bouquets and gifts, we also take pride in excellent customer service. If you’d prefer speaking with a florist to talk about custom arrangements, recommendations, or nationwide delivery, we’re still available over the phone and in-store to make sure you have all the information you need. You can message the flower shop through our Contact Us page, or call us at 610-449-3880 to speak with one of our experts.

We hope you’ll enjoy our new online store as much as we do, and that you find everything you’re looking for to celebrate your next special occasion!