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The best flower of the month club to gift to a friend or brighten up your own home with flowers every month, can be a bit of a challenge, with so many options to choose from.
Well worry no more, because today this buying guide will be taking a look at the 5 best clubs to help you decide which one is right for you or your loved one.
For more reviews of subscription boxes and of the month clubs, be sure to head on over to Mantelligence's sister site... TheUnbox.com. There you'll find full write-ups like this one on all types of subscription services so you can make more informed purchasing decisions.
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What Is A Flower of the Month Club?
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A flower of the month club is just like any other monthly subscription service in that once you become a member, you can expect high quality items delivered to your doorstep for a monthly fee. In this case, it's flowers!
And if you know anything about Feng Shui or how to make a room feel more alive and inviting, you know that flowers are the perfect place to start!
Each of the clubs listed below has its perks and drawbacks. Some ship only blooming bouquets while others give you the option to receive plants like cacti and succulents, or an entire bouquet of roses. But one thing's for certain, with each of the clubs below, you'll always receive bright and inviting, freshly cut bouquets or potted plants delivered directly to your door each month (or every 2 or 3 months if that's what you'd prefer!)
5 Best Flower of the Month Clubs
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Whatever club you choose to become a member of, these are the 5 best. Read this guide to help you choose the flower of the month club that's right for you.
1. Fresh Cut Flower of the Month Club
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Cost: $40/mo. + $14 S&H
Delivery Frequency: Monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly
# of Plans: Unlimited
# of Bouquet Styles: 1 (Flowers)
About The Club
The Fresh Cut Flower of the Month Club is another offering from flowermonthclub.com that comes with all the typical Monthly Clubs perks.
They've been shipping flowers (along with all the other clubs they ship) for well over a decade now and their bouquet designers have a collective 60 years in the floral industry.
They hand cut their flowers 2 days before they ship them (it's a nice buffer to make all the bouquets look presentable) and then send them out for overnight delivery so your flowers arrive fresh and thriving.
Recently Featured Flowers
- Safari Sunset Proteas - Country : United States
- Thai Orchid Spray - Country: Thailand
- Le Reve Oriental Lily Express - Country: Ecuador
- Peonies & Pine Holiday Celebration - Country: New Zealand
Why It's One of the Best Fower of the Month Clubs
The Fresh Cut Flower of the Month Club has plenty of exciting perks.
| Top Quality Blooms | Their premium grown flowers are selected based on bloom size, vibrancy, stem strength and sturdiness, and plenty of other factors that make a top quality flower come alive. |
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| Strict Quality Standards | The Fresh Cut Flower of the Month Club doesn't grow their own flowers so they partner with growers who maintain a high standard of quality. |
| Flowers From the Source | Not all flowers are best grown everywhere. That's why the club orders orchids from New Zealand and Thailand, Lilies from Ecuador and Holland, and proteas from California's high deserts. |
| Custom Club Pairings | As with all Monthly Clubs subscription services, you can pair this flower club with any of their other clubs such as beer, wine, cheese, chocolate, or cigars for one convenient monthly payment. |
| Monthly Newsletter | Along with the online tools available, this club sends out a monthly newsletter, In Pursuit of Flowers with suggestions on how to maximize the life of your bouquets. |
Shipping and Becoming a Member
Shipping
The club ships to all 50 U.S. states and shipments are sent on the 3rd Monday of each month via FedEx Next Day service.
Becoming a Member
To become a member of the Fresh Cut Flower of the Month Club click here.
2. ProFlowers
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Cost: Starts at ~$43/mo. + S&H
Delivery Frequency: Monthly
# of Plans: 3 (3-month, 6-month, 12-month)
# of Bouquet Styles: 3 (Plants/Flowers/Roses)
About The Club
ProFlowers is unlike the previous club in that you can't pay month-to-month and instead have to buy a 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month subscription. But don't let that scare you off!
Because ProFlowers is one of the few clubs that ships gorgeous displays of either flowers, plants, or all roses for any occasion... The choice is yours.
The club has been in operation for 20 years and has created strong relationships with growers from all over the world where the flowers are selected, arranged, and then inspected using a 7-step quality assurance process before being shipped to your door. Farms are regularly audited by ProFlowers to ensure quality is ALWAYS up to snuff.
Recently Featured Flowers
Flowers:
- July - 100 Blooms of Peruvian Lilies
- November - Autumn Harvest Bouquet
Roses:
- June - Two Dozen Rainbow Roses
- October - One Dozen Autumn Roses (Yellow, Orange, Red)
Plants:
- May - Potted Pink Roses in Pink Metallic Ombré Glass
- October - Potted Autumn Mum in Lace Cutout Pumpkin Lantern
Why It's One of the Best Flower of the Month Club
ProFlowers is great in a lot of ways. Here's a fancy table to explain why.
| Free Planters! | With the Plant subscription, you'll receive a new potted plant every month (one recent shipment came in a watering can.) With the Flowers and Roses plans, you get a free vase with your first delivery! |
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| Exclusive Packaging | Not only does ProFlower ship their merchandise in a bight, hard-to-miss green box, they also include an aqua pack to ensure your flowers or plants arrive fresh and ready to display. |
| Ethical Labor Standards | ProFlowers works with growers who have been in business for over 25 years and employ ethical labor practices for their employees. |
| 24/7 Customer Service | Live chat, send an email, or call... Whatever you do, someone is available 24/7 to help you with any inquiries or problems you have with your order. They'll even replace or refund your order if it doesn't meet your standards - no questions asked. |
Shipping and Becoming a Member
Shipping
ProFlowers ships to all 50 U.S. States and to over 140 countries. Shipping charges are variable based on lots of factors and have the potential to sneak up on you with a price you weren't expecting. For a full list of shipping costs and fees, navigate to any of the plan pages and click on "view delivery details". It looks like this
Becoming a Member
To become a member of ProFlowers, follow this link and select the membership you wish to give yourself or someone special this holiday season.
3. Rose Of The Month Club
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Cost: Starts at $40/month
Delivery Frequency: Monthly
# of Plans: 3 (3-month, 6-month, 12-month)
# of Bouquet Styles: 5 (Roses, Blooms, Variety, Plant, Wreath)
About The Club
1-800 Flowers has been in the flower delivery game for 40 years, which has given them plenty of time to develop more than one flower of the month club.
In fact, they have 5 clubs with flowers in them, including a quarterly wreath subscription plan and a seasonal variety plan where you'll receive more than flowers (think wind chimes in Spring!)
And that's on top of the three plans they've dedicated strictly to flowers (the blooms, plant, and roses plans.)
Recently Featured Flowers
Why It's One of the Best Flower of The Month Club
| Serious Experience | 1-800 Flowers is a name I remember from my childhood. The fact they've lasted as long as they have is a testament to the fact they're one of the best in the business. |
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| Free Vase! | If you become a member of either the Rose or Bloom plans, you get a free vase with your first shipment! |
| Arrangements For Everyone | With so many different plans to choose from, 1-800 Flowers has the variety and expertise to ship nearly any type of flower directly to your door. |
| Not Just Flowers... | Chocolates, cookies, and fruits are just some of the |
Shipping and Becoming a Member
Shipping
1-800 Flowers ships their clubs to all 50 states on the first week of every month (You choose the first shipment date). Standard shipping charges apply.
Becoming a Member
To become a member of one of 1-800 Flowers' flower of the month clubs, follow this link!
4. Succulent Studios
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Cost: $10/mo. + S&H
Delivery Frequency: Monthly
# of Plans: 1 (Monthly, cancel anytime)
# of Bouquet Styles: 1 (Succulents)
About The Club
Let's face it... Cacti and succulents are MUCH easier to keep alive than flowers or other plants, so it only makes sense to include a club like this in our list.
With a membership to Succulent Studios, each month you'll receive two 8-week-old succulents grown in their second generation nursery in Fallbrook, CA. They come potted of course, and it's recommended you wait between 3 weeks and 3 months to repot them. You're able to sign up for a 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month plan.
Recently Featured Flowers
September 2018: Tiger Tooth Aloe & Dwarf Jade Plant
October 2018: Ghost Plant & Sun Cup
November 2018: Watch Chain & Baby Necklace
Why It's One of the Best Flower of the Month Club
Sometimes succulents are more practical to send than flowers. Here's why you'd like Succulent Studios:
| Experience & Care | Like it's mentioned above, Succulent Studios has been growing succulents for the past 40 years, so you're guaranteed to get healthy succulents delivered directly to your doorstep shrouded in recyclable packing materials every month. |
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| Seasonal Selections | Succulents are selected on the 1st of every month and are chosen based on seasonality and hardiness. |
| Care Instructions Included | Every delivery comes complete with care instructions for each individual plant. |
| Succulents > Every Other Plant | This club is cool because succulents are unlike other plants. They don't use as much water and release Oxygen at night instead of CO2. |
| Informative Blogs! | Learning how to care for and display your succulents doesn't stop with the box. Succulent Studios has plenty of FREE online resources to help you become the best succulent parent you can be. |
Shipping and Becoming a Member
Shipping
Succulent Studios ships anywhere in the U.S. for a flat rate of $6.50. Boxes have text on the bottom to tell shippers when your plants are upside down.
Becoming a Member
If you'd like to become a member of Succulent Studios, click here to get started.
5. BloomsyBox
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Cost: Starts at $40/month
Delivery Frequency: Monthly, Weekly, Bi-weekly
# of Plans: 6 (Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, 3-Month, 6-Month, Yearly
# of Bouquet Styles:6 (Small, Medium, Large, Weekly, Bi-weekly, Martha Stewart Roses)
About The Club
BloomsyBox is a club that along with monthly plans, offers weekly and bi-weekly plans so you can gift fresh flowers to that special someone 52 times a year if you want to.
If weekly flowers aren't your style, you can subscribe to three different bouquet sizes (small, medium, large) where you might find Orchids, Lilies, Hydrangeas, Roses, or Minicallas (among others.)
The club has also begun shipping Martha Stewart Roses in a standalone plan.
Recently Featured Flowers
- Martha Stewart Roses - Fresh, beautiful roses shipped directly to your door.
- Orchid Bouquets
Why It's One of the Best Flower of the Month Club
| Rainforest Alliance Farms | The environment doesn't like toxic chemicals and neither does BloomsyBox. Their partnered farms avoid spraying the nasty stuff on your flowers. |
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| Farm to Table Flowers | Because your flowers should feel like your fresh produce, BloomsyBox ships flowers straight from the farm to your door. |
| Corporate Gifting Made Easy | When you need to close on a sale, or just want to show some appreciation to clients, BloomsyBox's Closing Gifts are an easy way to get the point across. |
| Weekly and Bi-Weekly Plans | Cut flowers don't last as long as plants... So why not get fresh flowers every week? |
Shipping and Becoming a Member
Shipping
BloomsyBox ships flowers in a bright red box between the 15th and 23rd of each month so you can't miss it. They ship to all 50 states overnight for free.
Becoming a Member
To become a member of BloomsyBox, click this link.
How To Choose A Flower Of The Month Club
If you're still a little confused about which flower of the month club to get, keep these purchasing tips in mind.
1. Decide What You Want
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Plants require different maintenance than flowers require different maintenance than succulents. How much work are you willing to put into it? If it's a gift, consider what kind of plants your giftee has strewn about the house and how good are they at keeping them alive?
2. Think About Price
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Each of the clubs in our list is priced differently for different reasons. Which one fits your budget?
3. Do Your Own Research
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This buying guide has given you as many details about these clubs as we could find, but ultimately, you'll need to take a look for yourself to see which one best suits your needs, budget, and will look best in your home or the home of whoever you're giving it to.
More Awesome 'Of The Month' Clubs
Why stop with flowers? Check out these other 'of the month' clubs to scratch that monthly delivery itch.
- Treat yourself with something special like a new beer of the month club membership.
- Your mom would LOVE a wine of the month club wouldn't she?
- Who needs the grocery when you have cheese of the month clubs?
- Your dad would love a bacon of the month club subscription for his birthday.
- If he enjoys the finer things, a cigar of the month club might not be a bad idea either.
In Conclusion
So now that you've seen the best flower of the month clubs, it's time for you to find a club that will change any space from a drab and boring area to something that feels more alive and healthy.
