Browse by topic or call us at (503) 445-2967 — Mon–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 10am–3pm.
Do you sell to the public?
Yes — absolutely. No license, membership, or trade credentials needed. We’ve sold directly to DIY brides, event planners, schools, churches, fundraisers, photographers, and the general public since 1924.
Can I just stop by and browse?
Mostly no. We’re a pre-order supplier — flowers are sourced for each order, so there’s usually little on hand to browse. During summer wedding season we do keep popular greens and high-demand flowers in stock for last-minute extras.
Best move: Call ahead at (503) 445-2967 to find out what’s available on any given day.
How do I place an order?
Browse online, add flowers to your cart, and enter your event date at checkout so we can time delivery for peak freshness. We’ll contact you if there are any availability concerns before your pickup date.
When should I order?
For weddings and events, 2–4 weeks in advance gives you the best selection and proper conditioning time. For popular varieties like peonies or garden roses in peak season, earlier is always better.
Short notice? Orders with less than 72 hours notice carry a small rush surcharge and variety selection may be limited — but call us, we often make it work.
How many bunches do I need?
It depends on your flowers, arrangement sizes, and style. As a starting point: bridal bouquet ≈ 30–40 stems, each bridesmaid bouquet ≈ 15–20 stems, centerpiece ≈ 30–40 stems. Always add 10% buffer.
What if something I order isn’t available?
We review every order before your pickup date and contact you directly if there are any availability concerns or quality issues. We’ll suggest the closest alternatives and get your approval before substituting anything.
Ordering early gives us more sourcing options. For rare or seasonal flowers, earlier orders have the best chance of fulfillment.
Is there a minimum order?
There’s no minimum order quantity, but orders under $50 carry a small low-order fee of $8.00. Most individual bunches are priced well above that threshold.
Where and when do I pick up?
Broadway Floral, 1638 NE Broadway, Portland OR 97232
- Mon–Fri: 10am–4pm
- Saturday: 10am–3pm
- Sunday: closed
Bring your own clean 5-gallon buckets for transport — flowers will be in water and need to travel standing up. Do not lay them down in the car.
I just picked up my flowers — what do I do first?
Go straight home — no errands, no hot car. The next 30 minutes are the most important for your flowers’ health.
- Prepare clean buckets with cool water + Floralife flower food
- Remove all packaging — cellophane, rubber bands, paper
- Strip leaves below the waterline
- Recut stems at 45° with a sharp floral knife (never scissors)
- Place immediately into prepared water
- Store in a cool room, 55–65°F, away from sun and fruit
When should I pick up for a Saturday wedding?
It depends on which flowers you ordered and the season. Most brides pick up Thursday for a Saturday event. If your order includes slow-opening flowers like garden roses, Oriental lilies, or gladiolus, pick up Tuesday or Wednesday.
☀️ In summer flowers open 1–2 days faster. ❄️ In winter they may need 1–2 extra days.
Can you deliver?
Yes — local delivery is available in the Portland area. See the Ordering & Policies page for delivery details and fees, or call us at (503) 445-2967.
How do I store my flowers overnight?
Keep them in a cool room (55–65°F) in buckets of fresh water with Floralife. Check water levels and refresh daily. Keep away from direct sun, heat vents, and fruit.
Never put wholesale flowers in a standard household refrigerator — it’s too cold and the ethylene from produce damages blooms. Exception: gardenias and stephanotis do refrigerate well.
How do I condition my flowers?
Conditioning is the process of getting wholesale flowers to fully hydrate before your event. The key steps: recut stems at 45°, remove foliage below the waterline, use Floralife-treated water, and store in a cool room.
Full Flower Care Guide → (all 50+ varieties we carry)
What flowers take the longest to open?
The slowest openers are garden roses (4–6 days in winter), Oriental lilies (5–7 days), peonies (3–5 days), ranunculus (3–5 days), and gladiolus (3–5 days). All open faster in summer heat.
Are some flowers harder to work with than others?
Yes. Not all flowers are equally forgiving for a first-timer. As a general guide:
- Beginner-friendly: Roses, lisianthus, carnations, spray roses, snapdragons, stock, eucalyptus, and most greens. Hardy, long-lasting, and forgiving of minor conditioning errors.
- Intermediate (worth the effort): Peonies, anemones, tulips, hydrangea, calla lilies. Stunning results but need more careful timing and handling.
- Leave to the pros for your first DIY: Dahlias, gardenias, lily of the valley, loose orchids. Short vase life, fragile handling, or extremely precise timing requirements.
Full Beginner-Friendly vs. Difficult Flowers guide → — with a flower-by-flower breakdown including what can go wrong and why.
What about flowers in summer heat?
Heat is the biggest risk for DIY flowers. Peonies, hydrangeas, dahlias, ranunculus, and anemones are especially heat-sensitive. Keep flowers in a 55–65°F room, never in a hot car, and mist arrangements at the venue if it’s warm.
My lily has orange pollen — what do I do?
Remove lily anthers (the pollen-bearing parts) immediately using a dry tissue as soon as they become accessible. Do not use water — it spreads the stain. Lily pollen stains fabric permanently, so handle before bringing flowers near wedding attire.
How do I care for hydrangeas specifically?
Hydrangeas need special attention. Immediately after recutting, dip the freshly cut stem into HydraQuik solution for 2–3 seconds, then place in water. Mist the flower heads regularly. If they wilt, repeat the process.
What flowers do you carry?
We carry 200+ varieties by the bunch, including all the major wedding flowers: roses, peonies, ranunculus, lisianthus, hydrangea, anemones, dahlias, gladiolus, lilies, tulips, sweet peas, and much more. Plus a full range of greens, fillers, and ceremony petals.
What’s in season right now?
Availability shifts month to month. Year-round staples include roses, lisianthus, hydrangea, carnations, babies’ breath, and eucalyptus. Seasonal highlights include peonies (May–Jul), dahlias (Aug–Oct), and ranunculus (spring & fall).
Do prices go up around Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day?
Yes. Roses, peonies, lilies, and other popular flowers carry premium pricing around Valentine’s Day (late January through Feb 14), Mother’s Day, and Easter due to global market demand. If your event falls near these dates, consider alternative flowers or budget accordingly.
Do you carry supplies like flower food and floral foam?
Yes — we carry everything you need: Floralife flower food, HydraQuik, Crowning Glory spray, floral foam, floral knives, floral tape, wire, and more.
Do you sell grower-direct roses?
Yes. Our Boxes & Bundles section includes grower-direct roses shipped straight from the farm for maximum freshness and value per stem.
I’m a first-time DIY bride — where do I start?
Start with our full guide — it covers planning your flower list, choosing varieties, quantities, ordering timing, conditioning, arranging, and a day-by-day wedding week timeline.
💐 DIY Wedding Flower Guide (complete) →
Most brides pick up Thursday for a Saturday wedding. If your order includes garden roses, peonies, lilies, or glads — pick up Tuesday or Wednesday instead.
How do I build a bridal bouquet?
Start with greenery as your base, add focal flowers (roses, peonies) in odd numbers, fill gaps with supporting flowers and fillers, secure with a rubber band, trim stems level, and place back in water until needed.
How do I use greens and fillers effectively?
Plan for 20–30% of your total stem count to be greenery. Greens go in first to build shape and volume — then flowers fill in. Eucalyptus, ruscus, and salal are the most versatile starting points.
Do you have pre-built DIY wedding packages?
Yes — our curated wedding collections and DIY boxes are designed to take the guesswork out of ordering. They’re portioned to work well together for weddings.
Can I see photos of what my flowers will look like?
Product photos show representative samples of each variety and are an accurate guide to flower form, texture, and approximate color. But flower colors are produced by nature, not a printer — exact shades vary.
Why colors vary: Growing conditions, season, farm, and even monitor settings all affect how a color reads in a photo versus in real life. The same variety from two farms or two seasons can look slightly different.
What we do about it: A professional buyer personally reviews every order for color accuracy before it ships. If a batch is running noticeably off from what you ordered, we’ll contact you before shipping to discuss alternatives — something automated shippers don’t offer.
For the best color match: use our color search filter rather than relying on photos alone, or call us at (503) 445-2967 — we can describe current stock colors in plain language.
What is your cancellation policy?
Because flowers are ordered specifically for you, cancellations must be made well in advance. Please review our full policy for deadlines and any applicable fees.
Can I make changes to my order after placing it?
Changes may be possible depending on how far in advance your pickup date is. Contact us as early as possible at (503) 445-2967 or through our contact form.
Why do I see a surcharge on my order?
Surcharges may appear for low-order amounts (orders under $50) or short-notice orders (less than 72 hours notice). These reflect the real costs of sourcing small quantities or expediting orders outside our normal schedule.
What are your payment terms?
Full payment is collected at the time you place your order. We accept all major credit cards through our secure online checkout.
How do I contact you?
Phone: (503) 445-2967 — a real florist answers Mon–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 10am–3pm
Online: Send us a message
For wedding consultations, calling is almost always faster than email. We’re happy to talk through your flower list and quantities.