Located on Queens parade next to Merri Creek trail, this isn't your standard "Gerberas stuffed into…read morefoam" florist. This shop is so beautifully quaint as the cutesy name suggests, Fowlers specialise in unique, contemporary flower arrangements and have a commitment to offering unusual species with a low carbon footprint. There is a strong industrial element to the shop, stark white walls, timber, exposed brick and pressed iron detail that provides an attractive juxtaposition against the natural colour, beauty and curves of the flora. Vases are fashioned from old medicine bottles, jars, jugs and vintage ceramics. Fowlers is also able to create unique arrangements for weddings and events as well as offering selection of organic herb and vegetable seeds for avid green thumbs. A sweet little bouquet will set you back just under $10.

From the owner: We hand select the freshest of blooms from every market day and specialist growers, ensuring finest…read morequality and price for you.

I can't say that I frequent florists often I generally prefer to pick up bargains at markets but as…read moreI walked past this florist so regularly and they have such gorgeous and different types of flowers in the display I couldn't resist. I also just happened to come across rainbow coloured roses that were delivered a couple of hours earlier! Love them so had to grab a stem or two. I don't know the name of the red flowers i bought unfortunately but they are just gorgeous!! Service was so friendly and quick and she wrapped them up beautiful. Will definitely be back! Happy Chinese New Year!

From the owner: Our high standard of customer service could not be maintained without the support of our custom…read moredesigned technology based system

A great little shop full of a variety of quality bouquets at different price points. Picked up a…read moregreat bunch of natives for $30, wrapped very nicely. Friendly service too!

From the owner: The Flower Merchant (formerly known as Country Bunches) has been established for over 20 years…read more Located 10 minutes from the CBD.

Have you ever walked into a florist and thought... "Geez, where's my American Express?"…read more I never understood why so many CBD Florist's charge so much for flowers that cost them 1/10th of the sale price. Is it the labour involved of putting them in sequinned boxes? Anyways that enough rant. If you feel like a little tram out of the city you can find some fresh 'cheap' flowers here. The ladies who work here are really in-the-know about everything flowers orientated. I jog past here everyday and when the occasion arose for birthday flowers i stopped by and was surprised by the range and the prices. They have a lot of specials on the flowers, you can pick up two bunches of flowers starting from $10. They also deliver Australia-wide!!

Gents! You've just woken up next to your lovely lady and you've already managed to piss her off…read more What to do?! Thankfully, Growers is just around the corner, easy to get to and is open from all hours of the morning (and 365 days a year too!) They have a gorgeous variety of flowers and plants available and the staff there are incredibly knowledgeable, so you'll be able to make your choice nice and easy! But the best thing about Growers are there packages and hampers, so if you've really pissed off the Misses you can sort it out quick smart (and for a reasonable price.) Packages include fruit and wine, flowers and teddy bears and even a gourmet food hamper, which can all be ordered online and delivered to your door. So boys! Stop apologising and just go to Growers, they can do the apologising for you.

I ordered a bouquet of flowers online and got an immediate response. This absolutely beautiful…read morearrangement was delivered in hours. I would definitely recommend buying flowers here and will do it again.

From the owner: Botanicals on Barkly is a Melbourne based florist with a love for all things botanical, We create…read moreseasonal bespoke arrangements for all occasions. Weddings come in all shapes and sizes, Botanicals on Barkly can help by delivering a collection of pieces that reflect the season, the families and the day. Botanicals on Barkly also understands the needs of business. We deliver and manage corporate floral pieces that work with and enhance their surroundings or If you need your guests to have an unforgettable experience, Botanicals on Barkly will create pieces that reflect your style and attitude. Offering a selection of gifts and products from the local design and craft industry as well as taking orders for delivery by phone and online we can supply the perfect gift even at the last minute. Alternatively drop past the shop and say hello to choose your piece in person.

Service was amazing! The staff were incredibly friendly and they customised the perfect gift…read more Delivered on time and same day as requested.

From the owner: Contemporary designs, highest quality fresh flowers with good old fashioned service, all at an…read moreaffordable price.

At first glance Bivano and Sons appears to be a high quality and well stocked fruit and vegetable…read moreshop. But anyone who has had the pleasure of visiting this well known grocer knows better! Yes B & S has the best looking and diverse range of fruit and veg I have seen, but it doesn't stop there. There is a beautiful range of flowers to choose from as well as a deli section I could very well live in. Any shop that has a fridge of Ben and Jerry Ice-Cream has my vote. And yes, they do stock a range of sauces and deliciousness from Gourmet Simon Johnson. This grocer is not only filled with beautiful products but friendly staff and a conjoining butcher for all your carnivourous needs. This place is a pleasure to visit and its produce joyous to consume. Yes, it is that good. All other greengrocers take note please.

Grattans Flowers is a notch above other florists in the Carlton area. Where many businesses are…read moresimply reselling blooms and producing a few standard arrangements with the obligatory fuchsia tissue paper, Grattans Flowers are genuinely interested in contemporary floral design. Their ever-changing window displays are a good indicator of the aesthetic within - vintage pastels and kitsch astro turf are often featured. Inside there is a large selection of arrangements, as well as a relatively smaller number of flowers to have your own made up. They also sell beautifully packaged pot plants for longer-lasting gifts. I usually select individual flowers to have a custom bouquet made, and the arrangements are always perfect. The paper, ribbon and string used are tasteful and high quality. The florists put a small individual bloom on the front of each bouquet which is a lovely touch, although it makes you hesitant to actually unwrap the flowers and put them in a vase!

From the owner: Grattans Flowers is a new and innovative boutique florist located in the heart of vibrant Carlton.read more

They say plants are soothing. I say Loose Leaf is soothing…read more Down a non-descript Collingwood street you'll find a roller-door filled with the most luscious plants Melbourne has to offer. Loose Leaf has the trendy plants before they were trendy. On numerous visits to Loose Leaf, I have discovered fiddle figs, hanging Devil's Ivy, curious cactus, full grown yucca's and peace lily upon peace lily. It is a truly spectacular place to find yourself on a Saturday afternoon - coffee in tow. Loose Leaf aren't just a nursery - they are also an event space, plant designers and regularly host horticulture courses. Go. Buy. Enjoy.

I'd followed Loose Leaf on Instagram long before I visited their charming store. Now, I'm a convert…read moreand have paid regular visits since to buy flowers and plants for home, as well as gifts for others. The selection of plants at Loose Leaf is incredible. From small cacti suitable for your desk, to hanging ferns and gigantic figs that would suit a massive house or garden, there's something green for everyone... even those who don't have a green thumb! The girls at Loose Leaf are the most gorgeous team and will help you select plants for different purposes. Have a room that gets little light? Need something that's hard to kill? No worries! There's also charming pots to sit your plant in, Japanese leather hanging holders, wire stands and other decorative items that help elevate your plant to something truly beautiful. Great for gift giving too! And, if you can't live without colourful flowers in your home (who can?) there's also a good selection available which Wona will happily assemble in to a lovely arrangement for you to take home. She is a talent and it's worth taking her advice on which flowers work well together and will last for as long as you need. If you love flowers you can also book in to one of their regular flower arranging classes that offer more than how to make simple vase arrangement, and instead focus on things like wreaths and floral crowns!