Mother’s Day in Santa Cruz is just around the corner, and one of the best ways to show your love is by sending flowers. While many Santa Cruz County florists were forced to close temporarily due to the temporary shelter-in-place order, stores are slowly reopening to meet the expected demand from loyal customers.
Celebrating mothers who deserve an extra particular act or two of appreciation and kindness in this extraordinary year is also essential. Here is a look at 10 of the best flower shops in Santa Cruz County for Mother’s Day flowers.
Flower Shops for Mother’s Day in Santa Cruz County
Ace’s Flowers
7520 Soquel Drive
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2237
www.facebook.com/acesflowers
A consistent mention as one of the area’s finest florists, Ace’s Flowers, is reopening in time for Mother’s Day. No-touch delivery and curbside pickup services began this week, and orders can be placed online. At the time of the order, customers can also fill out an enclosure note to send a personal message to om. Owner Amy Scott, whose mission statement is “Local, sustainable and organic,” has more than 30 years of experience in floral design.
Ferrari Florist
345 Soquel Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 460-7000
www.ferrariflorist.com
Ferrari Florist has served Santa Cruz County since 1946 and has two locations – Santa Cruz and Scotts Valley. Both places currently accept online and phone deliveries while operating regular hours Monday through Friday. There are more than 30 options online for Mother’s Day flower arrangements, with prices starting at $59 95. Deliveries are available to all locations within Santa Cruz County, but fees vary for extended delivery areas.
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Flowers By Toshi
1201 Lincoln St.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-2431
www.flowersbytoshi.com
One of the oldest floral shops in Watsonville, Flowers by Toshi, is open for phone and online orders for no-contact delivery and pick up. Current hours are listed as 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Although there may be adjustments due to the current county or ER. At least 20 different flower arrangements are available for Mother’s Day orders, with prices starting at $34. Named after the original owner, Flowers by Toshi has been locally owned and operated by Ryoko Kozuki since the 1980s.
Flower Outlet
219 Mount Hermon Road
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-7055
Flower Outlet is expected to open next week in anticipation of orders for Mother’s Day flowers. Located in Scotts Valley, Flower Outlet has been a family-owned and operated business since 1999. Customers are asked to call or come to the store when making orders. Customers can also inquire about same-day deliveries and the types of arrangements that will be available for Mother’s Day and beyond. Although their flower shop has been open since 1999, owners Steve and Hi-yun have operated local businesses for nearly 30 years.
Santa Cruz Floral
1225 Ocean St.
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 458-9232
Santa Cruz Floral is a longtime local business reopened this month to adjust its operations. The family has been owned and operated by Bruce and Nita Robertson for 30 years; the full-service florist is open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday through Friday. Deliveries are available six days a week to Santa Cruz County, although Saturday orders need to be preordered. Same-day delivery is offered only Monday through Friday. Santa Cruz Floral requests at least one day before Mother’s Day delivery are possible.
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Seascape Flowers
5 Seascape Village
Aptos, CA
(831) 662-9030
www.seascapeflowers.com
Seascape Flowers is on an adjusted schedule from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. However, beginning next week, the boutique floral shop will return to regular working hours from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Customers will not be allowed inside the store but can browse several floral arrangements through the store’s windows. Customers can also order from a large selection of flowers, plants, and more online, with prices starting at $30.
Stewart’s Floral
1658 Soquel Drive Ste. A
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 479-0999
www.stewartsfloral.com
Located near Dominican Hospital, Stewart’s Florist will be open before Mother’s Day. Although walk-up visitors will not be allowed to enter the store, owner Franklyn Lopes will be busy greeting customers outside for deliveries and curbside picks. Adjusted hours for phone deliveries are currently Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and online orders are also available.
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Susi’s Flowers
25 Rancho Del Mar
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 662-8820
www.susisflowers.com
Susi’s Flowers plans to only take a limited quantity of orders for Mother’s Day. Located in the revamped Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center, Susi’s Flowers does offer same-day deliveries from Watsonville to Scotts Valley with fees starting at #10. Customers can make online orders on beautiful floral arrangements starting at $55. Founded in 1996 by longtime resident Susi Jackson, the charming boutique florist is now owned by her friend and manager, Katie Vidaurri.
Tamy’s Flower Connection
1720 Commercial Way
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 462-9276
www.facebook.com/TamysFlower
Tamy’s Flower Connection is now taking preorders for locally grown fresh flowers in Santa Cruz for Mother’s Day. In business locally since 1987, the popular business founded by Tamy Churchfield also offers free local delivery with a no-contact option for local online orders only, e. The florist suggests ordering one of the daily deals for fresh seasonal flowers available, starting at $61.95 for a standard designer bouquet.
The Flower Shack
614 S. Branciforte Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 423-3877
www.business.facebook.com
The Flower Shack has been among the highest-rated local flower shops for over ten years. At this time, the Santa Cruz store on Branciforte Avenue is offering walk-up self-service for affordable flowers in a Mason jar, with prices starting at $10, but only through an honor system or online through a web portal. The portal also includes larger items for deliveries. Owner Cathy Britton has been serving the Santa Cruz area for over thirty years.
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