Buy Single Flowers – Order Fresh Cut Flowers Individually
Not every occasion calls for a ready-made bouquet. At FloraPrima you can order cut flowers individually – in exactly the variety, colour, and quantity you need. Whether it's five roses for the dinner table, forty gerberas for a celebration, or a handful of sunflowers to arrange yourself: you put together the selection, and we deliver the flowers fresh and unbound right to your door.
How to Order Individual Cut Flowers
Choose your variety from the range, set the quantity you want, and combine as many varieties as you like in one order. The flowers are shipped as loose stems, protectively packaged, and with a water supply at the stem end. You bind them into a bouquet yourself at home – or not at all, if the flowers are meant to be handed out individually.
For larger quantities, it's best to order with a bit of lead time so your preferred variety is available in the full amount you need.
Tying Your Own Bouquet – With Your Favourite Flowers
A self-tied bouquet works best when it covers three roles: a dominant main flower, a smaller secondary flower for fullness and greenery, or filler for structure. As a rule of thumb, odd numbers of stems look more lively than even numbers.
For the classic spiral technique, lay all the stems diagonally over one another in the same direction, turning the bouquet a little after each stem, then tie it together at its narrowest point. Remove any leaves below the tying point beforehand – otherwise they'll rot in the water.
Single Cut Flowers for Events and Celebrations
Individual flowers are useful wherever every guest gets a flower to hold, or where flowers are distributed widely:
- Weddings and celebrations: flowers to hand out to guests, loose stems for table runners and vases, material for bridesmaids and flower children
- Funerals: one flower per mourner to lay at the grave
- School, club, and company events: honours, farewells, anniversary celebrations
- Church services and awareness days: Mother's Day, International Women's Day, First Communion
- Trade fairs and receptions: flowers as a giveaway at the stand
Varieties with a single clear bloom per stem are particularly well suited for handing out individually – for example the Tacazzi rose, gerberas, or sunflowers. When planning quantities, it's best to add around ten percent on top of the guest count – to cover last-minute confirmations and stems sorted out during trimming.
Our Range of Individual Cut Flowers
Statement Main Flowers
Sunflowers bring bold, uncomplicated summer colour and, thanks to their sturdy stems, stand securely even in large vessels. Lilies are the most eye-catching blooms in the range: a single stem carries several buds that open one after another. Order them one to two days before the occasion so the first blooms have time to open, and remove the stamens – the pollen stains fabric.
The Tacazzi rose impresses with warm apricot-to-orange tones and is sturdy enough for events at the same time. Lisianthus looks at first glance like a delicate rose, carries several blooms per stem, and stays fresh unusually long. Celosia adds an unusual accent with its velvety, almost sculptural flower heads, when you don't want a classic look.
Multi-Bloom Varieties for Fullness and Large Quantities
Two-tone mini gerberas are small-flowered gerberas with two shades per bloom – vibrant, cheerful, and ideal when every guest is meant to get a flower. Alstroemerias carry several blooms per stem and are very long-lasting, which makes them especially economical for large quantities. Santini, the small-flowered chrysanthemum, is the most durable variety in the range and therefore the safe choice when the flowers arrive several days before the occasion.
Filler, Greenery, and Structure
Baby's breath (gypsophila) ties everything together as an airy white cloud, connecting elements in a bouquet that wouldn't otherwise sit well together. Waxflowers add fine, small-flowered sprigs with aromatically scented foliage and last a very long time. Thistle provides contrast and a slightly rougher note with its silvery-blue flower heads. Eucalyptus is the all-round greenery for self-tied bouquets: it gives shape, fills gaps, and has a subtle fragrance.
Baby's breath, thistle, waxflowers, and eucalyptus keep their shape even when dried upside down – so the decoration stays intact well beyond the occasion itself.
Freshly Delivered – How to Keep Your Flowers Beautiful for Longer
Cut the stems at an angle with a sharp knife right after unpacking, remove all leaves below the waterline, and place the flowers in a clean vessel with fresh water. A spot away from direct sunlight, heating air, and draughts significantly extends their lifespan. Avoid placing them near ripening fruit – the ethylene it releases makes blooms wilt faster.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buying Individual Cut Flowers
Can I combine different varieties in one order?
Yes. You add each variety to your basket separately with the quantity you want, and receive all the flowers in a single shipment.
Do the flowers arrive already tied?
No. Individual cut flowers are delivered as loose stems, so you can arrange them yourself or hand them out one by one.
Which cut flowers last the longest?
Santini, alstroemerias, and lisianthus are the most long-lasting varieties. They're especially suitable if you need the flowers several days before the actual occasion.
Are individual cut flowers suitable as a gift?
A single flower makes a lovely small gesture – for example as a thank-you or for a birthday. For a classic flower gift with a formal presentation, however, we recommend a tied bouquet.
How far in advance should I order for an event?
For larger quantities, allow a few days' lead time, and ideally have the cut flowers delivered a day before the event so they have time to open before the occasion.
How many flowers do I need for a self-tied bouquet?
For a medium-sized bouquet, plan on around 15 to 20 stems, split between the main flower, secondary flower, and greenery.