Flowers in Greece

Before you send flowers to Greece, run through this quick checklist. Getting these details right saves you time and guarantees a smooth delivery experience.

• Confirm the delivery address format. Greek addresses often include a postal code (5 digits) and a neighborhood name. Double-check the spelling of the street — transliteration from Greek can vary.
• Check the time difference. Greece runs on Eastern European Time (EET), which is 7 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST). Place your order before 10:00 AM EST to qualify for same-day flower delivery in Greece.
• Know the occasion. Greeks celebrate name days as enthusiastically as birthdays. Name days follow the Orthodox calendar, so a quick search can help you nail the date.
• Mind the budget. Bouquets on MyGlobalFlowers start at $29.00. Prices reflect the local market, and you pay in USD — no surprise currency conversion fees.
• Skip Sundays and public holidays. Most Greek florists close on Sundays and major holidays like Easter (Orthodox Easter, which often falls on a different date than Western Easter) and August 15 (Assumption of the Virgin Mary). Plan ahead for these dates.

• You place the order online from anywhere in the US. Choose a bouquet, add a personal message, and select the delivery date.
• A local florist in Greece receives the order. The florist selects the freshest seasonal flowers available that day.
• The florist arranges and hand-delivers the bouquet directly to your recipient's door — no middleman warehouse, no long transit.

• Name days: Greeks often celebrate name days more than birthdays. A cheerful mixed bouquet or a basket of seasonal blooms works perfectly. Check the Orthodox calendar to get the date right.
• Birthdays: Roses, lilies, or a vibrant gerbera mix — match the flowers to your recipient's personality. Adding chocolates or a small gift creates a fuller surprise.
• Orthodox Easter: White lilies and spring flowers symbolize renewal. Easter falls on a different date each year (often in April or May), so confirm the date early.
• Mother's Day: Greece celebrates Mother's Day on the second Sunday in May, same as the US. Pink roses, carnations, and mixed pastels are top sellers.
• Sympathy and funerals: White flowers — lilies, chrysanthemums, and roses — convey respect and comfort. Funeral wreaths and standing sprays require advance notice, so order at least one business day ahead.
• Weddings and engagements: White and blush tones dominate. Congratulatory bouquets with roses and peonies (in season from April to June) are especially popular.
• "Just because": Sunflowers, daisies, or a bright seasonal mix — no rules here. Spontaneous gestures often leave the strongest impression.

• Ordering too late for same-day delivery. You need to place the order before 10:00 AM EST (5:00 PM local Greek time) for same-day service. Orders placed after the cutoff go out the next business day.
• Ignoring the Orthodox calendar. Major Greek holidays follow the Orthodox tradition. Easter, Christmas (January 7 for some), and Epiphany (January 6) can affect delivery schedules.
• Choosing out-of-season flowers. Requesting peonies in November or tulips in August forces substitutions. Trust the florist to select the best seasonal alternatives — the result looks fresher and lasts longer.
• Skipping the phone number. Greek delivery drivers often call the recipient to coordinate timing, especially for apartment buildings. Always include a local phone number with the order.
• Forgetting the card message. A blank card feels impersonal. Even a short note — "Thinking of you" or "Happy name day!" — transforms a bouquet into a meaningful gesture.

• Trim the stems at an angle. Cut about half an inch off each stem with sharp scissors right after unwrapping. This opens the water channels and extends vase life.
• Use the flower food packet. Local florists include a small sachet of floral preservative. Mix the entire packet into the vase water.
• Change the water every two days. Fresh water prevents bacterial growth that shortens bloom life. Greek summers run hot, so daily changes help during July and August.
• Keep the vase away from direct sunlight and fruit bowls. Ripening fruit releases ethylene gas, which causes flowers to wilt faster.
• Remove wilted stems promptly. One decaying stem accelerates the decline of the entire arrangement.

• Local florists handle every order. No centralized warehouse. A real florist in Athens, Thessaloniki, Crete, or wherever your recipient lives arranges and delivers the bouquet by hand.
• Same-day delivery across major cities. Order before the morning cutoff, and your recipient gets the flowers that same afternoon.
• You pay in USD with no hidden fees. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay — no currency conversion surprises.
• Seasonal, locally sourced blooms. Each arrangement uses flowers available in the local Greek market that day, guaranteeing peak freshness.
• Delivery confirmation. You receive a notification once the florist completes the delivery, so you never have to wonder.