Jul 13, 2023

The Language of Flowers: Discover the Meanings Behind Different Blooms

Flowers have long held a special place in human culture, serving as messengers of emotion, symbols of love, and tokens of celebration. Throughout history, societies have assigned meanings to various blooms, creating a rich language of flowers. In this blog post, we invite you to embark on a journey through the enchanting world of floral symbolism. Discover the hidden messages and sentiments conveyed by different flowers, as we unravel the captivating meanings behind these delicate and vibrant creations of nature.

Roses: Love, Passion, and Beauty:

Roses

When it comes to expressing love and romance, roses take centre stage. The classic red rose is an enduring symbol of passionate love, while pink roses signify admiration and appreciation. White roses evoke purity and innocence, making them a popular choice for weddings and new beginnings. Delve deeper into the world of roses to explore the subtle nuances of emotion each hue represents.

Sunflowers: Joy and Vitality:

Sunflowers

With their radiant yellow petals, sunflowers symbolise joy, happiness, and the vibrant energy of the sun. They are an ideal choice for celebrations and occasions filled with positivity. Sunflowers also serve as a reminder to embrace the bright side of life, radiating warmth and optimism wherever they bloom.

Tulips: New Beginnings and Renewal:

Tulips

Tulips, with their graceful and colourful blooms, embody the spirit of fresh starts and new beginnings. These versatile flowers come in a plethora of shades, each carrying its own significance. Yellow tulips convey cheerfulness, while pink tulips represent affection and happiness. Explore the diverse meanings behind tulips and celebrate the beauty of change and growth.

Lilies: Elegance and Purity:

Lilies

Lilies are synonymous with elegance and grace. These majestic flowers are often associated with purity and innocence. The white lily, in particular, is a symbol of purity and majesty, making it a popular choice for religious ceremonies and memorial services. Discover the symbolism and rich history surrounding these exquisite blooms.

Lavender: Serenity and Devotion:

Lavender

The soothing fragrance and delicate purple blooms of lavender evoke a sense of calm and tranquillity. Lavender is often associated with serenity, devotion, and spiritual healing. Learn about the diverse meanings and uses of lavender, from aromatherapy to culinary delights, and embrace the peace it brings.

Conclusion:

Flowers have an extraordinary ability to convey sentiments and emotions that words often struggle to express. Understanding the language of flowers adds depth and intention to the act of giving and receiving blooms. Whether you're selecting flowers for a loved one, planning a special event, or simply seeking to appreciate the beauty of nature, exploring the meanings behind different blooms adds an extra layer of significance and appreciation. Let the language of flowers be your guide as you explore the profound world of floral symbolism.

Commonly Asked Questions

How Fresh Are Your Flowers?

FLORAMOMENTS.SG prides itself as one of the best skilled express florists in Singapore.

We ensure quality of fresh flowers, skilled and experienced top florists, and minimal issues during delivery. Our prices are a manifestation of this promise.

How Long Can These Flowers Last?

Fresh flowers bought from our store typical last 5-7 days.

In high temperatures, the reduction is minimal, but by providing extra attention, you can extend the enjoyment for a minimum of seven days.

Replacement of Flowers / Fillers / Foliage

In rare supply chain or availability disruptions, some flowers in our products may need to be substituted if they are unavailable.

Rest assured, any replacements will match the value of the product and our florists will endeavor to maintain a similar color theme. Should any significant alterations be necessary that might change the original appearance of the bouquet, our team will contact you directly. We appreciate your understanding and support!

Can I Remain Anonymous For My Flower Delivery?

Where else in Singapore can you send your flowers anonymously? Special delivery requests are our specialty. Please kindly tick the YES checkbox on the product page.

What are Your Payment Methods?

We accept almost all forms of payments:

PayNow
Local & International Credit and Debit Cards: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, UnionPay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay
PayPal
Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL): Atome, ShopBack PayLater, GrabLater
E-Wallets: GrabPay, ShopeePay, Fave, AliPay, ShopBack, TouchNGo, Akulaku PayLater, AlipayHK, LinePay, BPI, TrueMoney, Boost, etc.

PayNow: Flora Moments Pte. Ltd. UEN: 201607368G | During your interactions with our customer service agents, please send your screenshots via WhatsApp at +65 8508 8400 or Email us at hello@floramoments.sg for verifications.
Online CheckOut - Credit/Debit Cards: most methods above are valid
Customer-supported checkout - Credit / Debit Cards, Atome, ShopeePay, GrabPay: Please click here, and enter the amount to be paid. During your interactions with our customer service agents, please send your screenshots via WhatsApp at +65 8508 8400 or Email us at hello@floramoments.sg for verifications.
We also accept Alipay, FavePay, and Touch N Go, please kindly WhatsApp at +65 8508 8400 or Email us at hello@floramoments.sg for more information.

What are your Operating Hours Like on Christmas, Chinese New Year or Other Public Holidays?

As an dedicated express florist in Singapore, we are open on all public holidays including Christmas, New Year's, Eve of Chinese New Year and Chinese New Year from 9.30AM to 6.30PM.

Where are you located?

We are located at 1 Tanjong Pagar, #02-48, Tanjong Pagar, SIngapore 082001.

Right next to Tanjong Pagar MRT station!

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Commonly Asked Questions - DELIVERY

How Soon Can You Deliver the Flowers?

Our store working hours are: 9.30am to 7.30pm (Mon - Fri) | 9.30am to 6.30pm (Sat & Sun)

Each working hour is an hour within these timings.

For Delivery: Minimum of 2 working hours to create and deliver anywhere in Singapore

For Self-Pick Up @ Tanjong Pagar (Next to MRT): Minimum of 1 working hours to create

Please note that additional charges applies on Express services (<4 working hrs)

What are the Delivery Time Slots FLORAMOMENTS.SG have?

Our FREE delivery time slots are:

09:00hrs to 14:00hrs (9am - 2pm)
13:00hrs to 18:00hrs (1pm - 6pm)
18:00hrs to 22:00hrs (6pm - 10pm)

We offer specific time delivery slots of 1-hr block services for 24-hrs at various prices.

We offer Express Delivery service if the time between your order payment time and the latest timing the delivery must be made is less than 4 working hours.

What is a Working Hour?

Our store working hours are: 9.30am to 7.30pm (Mon - Fri) | 9.30am to 6.30pm (Sat & Sun)

Each working hour is an hour within these timings.

Current Payment Time of 6PM on a weekday and the Delivery Time of 10AM the next day is counted as 1.5 working hours for this day, and 0.5 working hours for the next day. Total of 2.0 working hours.

If the Current Payment Time now is 10AM, your Same-Day Delivery order would enjoy free delivery slots either from 12-4pm, 3-7pm or 6-10pm on the same
day.

If you would like it delivered by 12PM, we are unfortunately unable to create and deliver within 2 working hours.
If you would like it delivered by 2PM, please select Express Delivery and the specific 1-hr time slot
If you would like it delivered betwen 3-4PM, please select Specific 1-hr Delivery and the specific 1-hr time slot

If the Current Payment Time now is 6PM, your current Same-Day Delivery order
will NOT enjoy FREE delivery slot from 6-10PM.

If you would like it delivered by 8PM, please select Express Delivery and select the specific 1-hr time slot
If you would like to have FREE delivery still, the earliest time slot would be the next day's 9AM - 1PM

If the Current Payment Time now is 8PM, your current Same-Day Delivery order
will NOT enjoy FREE delivery slot nor Same-Day Delivery.

Since our store has closed since 7.30PM (6.30PM for Weekends & PH), our florists are only back at 9.30AM the next day, hence the working hour would only start from 9.30AM onwards
If you would like it delivered by 11.30AM, please select Express Delivery and select the specific 1-hr time slot
If you would like to have FREE delivery still, the earliest time slot would be the next day's 12PM - 4PM

Are There Any Restrictions on the Delivery Locations in Singapore?

Restricted areas include places like airport cargo areas, roads near airlines, military facilities, jails, shipyards, Jurong Island, and Seletar Aerospace. Ensure that the delivery date, address, and recipient's contact information are correct, and the recipient is available to accept the gift. If the initial delivery attempt is unsuccessful, we offer a redelivery at the next available time for an additional fee of $28.00.

For Remote Places, we reserve the right to charge additional fees up to $15 extra due to additional delivery cost incurred from our side. Remote areas consist of Sentosa Island, crematoriums, areas around Marina Coastal Drive, turf clubs, and the Changi Loyang area.

Are There Any Further Information That I Would Need To Provide for Deliveries to Hospitals in Singapore?

When arranging deliveries to hospitals, please provide the complete registered name of the patient as it appears on their NRIC or Passport, along with full ward details in the recipient information. This data is essential for obtaining hospital clearance, allowing our delivery staff to complete the delivery promptly.

Do We Offer Delivery to Other Cities Around The World?

Yes, we offer delivery to other cities around the world. Please kindly WhatsApp us at +65 8508 8400, or write to us directly at hello@floramoments.sg to find out more about our international delivery options and details.

What Are Your Peak Period Policies?

During peak and seasonal periods, free delivery charges may be suspended and the delivery fees for our Express and Urgent services may subject to changes and/or increase without further notice. You may wish to check the delivery fee at the billing page during checkout or Call us at +65 6359 2312 or WhatsApp us at +65 8508 8400 to enquire further.

Peak Periods include:

Mother's Day (2nd Sunday of May)
Valentine's Day (14th Feb)

Valentine's Days & Mother's Days

Please be aware that from 9th to 16th February, prices for deliveries will increase due to heightened costs of raw materials. Ensure the address, contact details, and gift message for your recipient are accurate when you place your order, as we are unable to make changes to Valentine's Day orders due to the significant increase in demand.

Also, note that we will NOT be delivering to Jurong Island, Airline Road, Changi Airport Cargo and Airbase, PSA (Free Freight Zone), Sentosa, Marina Bay Sands, all military bases, school campuses, and shopping malls during this period. We will contact you within 5-10 minutes upon receiving your order to let you know on the confirmation of your order.

To reduce the risk of order rejections during this period, please arrange the delivery location to include

HDBs,
Offices and Commercial Locations with known ease of parking,
Offices and Commercial Locations next to the roads without zig-zag lines

Summary of what to expect during these periods:

These periods are 9th Feb - 14th Feb, and the 5 days prior to the 2nd Sunday of May
No address changes are possible once the orders are submitted
Specific time delivery will be suspended
There will only be a limited selection of products
"Do not call Recipient" delivery service will be suspended
Special delivery requests will be suspended
Delivery to all educational institutions, airports, seaports, terminals, Sentosa, shopping malls and military bases will be suspended
After 3 calls on the recipient's phone, the delivery partner will leave it at the doorstep or with the reception

Your understanding and patience are greatly appreciated during these busy times, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Do You Deliver to Marina Bay Sands (MBS) and Jewel or Changi Airport?

While other online florists may not offer delivery to Marina Bay Sands (MBS) and Changi Airport, we do provide this service. Please note that there is an additional charge of $28 for deliveries to MBS and $10 for deliveries to Jewel or Changi Airport.

Are There Any Restrictions on Delivery the F1 Race Seasons in Singapore?

Due to road closures associated with the F1 event, deliveries to specific locations will be impacted. Throughout the F1 period, we may be unable to deliver the areas within the CBD. If this is the case, we would incur an additional $28 for a rescheduling fee for the flowers to be delivered to another location in Singapore.

For additional information, please Call us at +65 6359 2312 or WhatsApp us at +65 8508 8400 to enquire further.

Problems On Delivery

We are committed to ensuring that your order arrives within the designated time slot, as we understand the importance of timely delivery for your special moments and occasions.

Our promise to you includes a dedicated effort to meet your selected delivery time.

However, on very Rare Occasions, unforeseen circumstances such as severe weather, traffic disruptions, or other logistical challenges may arise, potentially affecting our ability to deliver as promised. In such exceptional cases, we prioritize communication and will inform you as soon as possible about any changes or delays.

Our aim is to provide you with the best possible solution and minimize any inconvenience, ensuring your satisfaction and trust in our service. Your understanding and flexibility in these rare situations are greatly appreciated, as we strive to deliver excellence even when faced with challenges.

"Do Not Call Recipient" Delivery Service

For "Do Not Call Recipient" service selectors being sent to the "Gated Compounds" locations, we are unfortunately unable to promise our service on this front. The sender / buyer would have to arrange the necessary steps to ensure that our delivery driver maintain the secrecy of the surprise. Please kindly call us at +65 6359 2312 or WhatsApp us at +65 8508 8400 to make the necessary arrangements with our delivery drivers.

For avoidance of doubt, while we try our upmost best to provide the best services we can possibly give, we are unfortunately not accountable for any spoilage of surprises on this front.

For avoidance of doubt, should there be condominium intercoms not being answered or security guards calling the recipient for confirmation, we are also not accountable for any spoilage of surprises on this front.

While our delivery drivers aim to not call the recipient, after 15minutes of trying, our delivery partners may have the discretion to call the recipient in order to fulfil the order.

What Do We Do When The Recipient is Not Present or the Sender & Recipient Are Not Picking Up Calls?

For "Call Buyer", after 3 missed calls or after 5 minutes of waiting, the delivery partner will leave it at the doorstep.

For "Call Recipient", after 3 missed calls or after 5 minutes of waiting, the delivery partner will leave it at the doorstep.

For "Leave At Neighbor", if neighbors are not around, the delivery partner will leave it at the doorstep.

For orders of conflicting instructions, "Leave At Doorstep" will be the default step.

Special Request Delivery Service Limitations

While we do offer our best effort to cater to special requests, please kindly note that FLORAMOMENTS.SG cannot guarantee the success nor will be liable for any mishaps. We kindly seek your understanding.

Please kindly call us at +65 6359 2312 or WhatsApp us at +65 8508 8400 to make the necessary arrangements with our delivery drivers.

For avoidance of doubt, while we try our upmost best to provide the best services we can possibly give, we are unfortunately not accountable for any spoilage of surprises on this front.

While our delivery drivers aim to not call the recipient, after 15minutes of trying, our delivery partners may have the discretion to call the recipient in order to fulfil the order.

Do you deliver at midnight or early morning?

Yes we do! FLORAMOMENTS.SG offers 24hrs delivery timeslots as long it is placed before 4.30pm daily. Please kindly call +65 6359 2312 for more details.

During your input of your delivery details, you will see the buttons to click and the cost associated with it.

Our midnight and early delivery time slots from 10pm - 8am ranges from $58 - $148 additional. Please refer to our delivery policy here for more details.