Petals for Procrastinators

What’s the perfect gift for the woman who has everything—or the woman too busy to have noticed until just now that Mother’s Day is practically upon us? A simple gift of flowers, of course.

A beautiful bouquet is perfect for the occasion—whether you’re giving or receiving. They brighten up the house, provide a treat for the senses and celebrate spring all at the same time. Here’s our list of where to get the best blooms in town—just in time for Mother’s Day.

If exotic or classic arrangements of cut flowers turn your mom’s wheels, check out Bloomfields Flowers in the Glebe. Staff here can create stunning arrangements with minimal guidance, or produce exactly what you describe if you’re feeling particular. For something that shouts ‘spring’, Bloomfields offers seasonal arrangements and same-day delivery for a fee if you order before 11 am.

If exotic is what you’re after, look no further than Tivoli Florist—this place flies flowers in daily from places like Holland, Ecuador and Thailand. Tivoli has two locations in Ottawa (Westboro and the Byward Market) and only buys from fair-trade growers. If you think a unique garden accessory would fit the bill better than flowers, Tivoli also sells fountains, birdbaths, trellises and statuaries. There’s a full-time horticulturalist on staff to answer any questions.

If Mom prefers the longevity of potted plants over the short life of cut blooms, then you have the perfect excuse to take in Parkdale Market. You’ll find hanging baskets, potted flowers, seedlings ready to go and cut flowers too. If your mom is hard to buy for, consider taking her along to choose something herself: The Mother’s Day Shop Hop offers treats, discounts and special promotions for moms (and those shopping for them) at Wellington West boutiques.

For serious gardeners, a trip to Artistic Landscape Designs near South Keys is appropriate. The famously cranky owner has an absolute wealth of knowledge, and the store features thousands of varieties of perennials, trees and shrubs, an array of rare and unusual plants, annuals in season, display gardens, a stone yard and more. If you can dream it up, Artistic can help you create it.

May you be surrounded by your family, with lots of love and your favourite blooms this year on Mother’s Day.

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