The Park Florist

Not sure why there are so many negative reviews here. Where is everyone else getting vastly better flowers at vastly better prices with vastly better service?
I’ve used several of the Park Slope florists (incl Zuzu’s) and IMO these guys are the best. They’re not cheap. But if you take the time to ask what’s fresh and will last several days, you’ll get good quality in my experience.
Most recently I bought peonies. I was a bit anxious after I rang up at $ 100 for what looked like a slightly scrawny arrangement of unopened buds — but two days later I had a bouquet of huge, beautiful blooms. They lasted for several days after that. My wife is a big flower snob and she was happy. Mission accomplished — thank you TPF.

I went in there today to find a boutinniere for my prom date, and they charged me $ 25! I asked if they had a cheaper one and they lowered the price to $ 20. Ridiculous. $ 20 for a white rose. I then went over to the florist on Windsor Place and they charged me only $ 5. I would not recommend this florist.

And to update my review below, those replacement flowers, were dead in 2 days.
Park slope Florist should be ashamed of themselves for taking peoples’ money, for this order at least!

Something about this place rubs me the wrong way. I always feel like I’m being ripped off when I go here.
I once needed about 8 begonias for a work event. The owner assured me that they could special order them for me. I gave him a budget of $ 40 per plant, expecting that there would be a simple vase or container that came with it. I mean, it’s a begonia, how much could it cost? Ha! Imagine my surprise when I picked up the plants, only to discover that they had wrapped plastic garden pots with tissue paper and gift wrapping ribbon. Um… really? Again, I paid $ 40 for a begonia and tissue paper? The weekend before, I had paid $ 6 for a begonia at Home Depot for my garden.
I guess it would be one thing to pay a lot of money for friendly service and a caring demeanor. Their attitude is quite dismissive, like they’ve got better paying clients, and they don’t need my business. The owner always seems like he has better things to do when I’m there.

I called this florist looking for a purple iris. I said, «Hi, do you have purple Iris’?» They said, «no» So I asked, «Do you know who might?» And the woman on the phone rudely asks… «Who are you?» To which I reply, «I’m a customer» She says, «So who are you?» I say again, «I’m a customer» and she says, «I have other things.» I say, «I only want purple iris’ «She gets even more snippy.
Seriously lady, there are 8 florists in Park Slope and 4 in Prospect heights. Don’t be an ass.

I often go past the Park Florist on my way to and from the Park Street Vendors, so stopping here once (when I posted my check-​in) was a no brainer.
The manager of the store was perfectly nice — he helped me pick out some grow boxes for my sprouting seeds — and also got me a cute vase for $ 5.
I did not have any of the staff act rudely towards me, but then again I came in when they were not very busy and I did not order flowers.
Would I stop in here again? Definitely.
Would I try their flower service to see if there is a problem with that portion of the business? Definitely again.

rude people, terrible customer service, overpriced
I will never do business here again– they couldn’t handle a simple order of mistletoe with 5 days notice. 24 hours after my order was supposed to be ready I finally get a piece of mistletoe. As the woman showed me the mistletoe I had been patiently waiting for she said «there it’s ugly» $ 9 wasn’t worth the attitude. I then saw mistletoe bunches for sale with holly and evergreen on flatbush for $ 8

It may be unusual for one Florist to write a 4 star review of another. especally one in the same neighborhood. Simon and I have been in business for about the same length of time. We have different styles and different clientelle… mostly. His work is beautiful. His taste and choice of flowers is excellent. His shop is lovely.
Simon and I have always respected the other’s territory, sent business to each other and helped out in a pinch. when we meet in the flower market, after a brief hug, we compare notes, laugh, weep, grouse.
I salute him and his business.
I didn’t give him 5 stars because no one is perfect .
fonda
zuzus petals

We used The Park Florist for our wedding, and did not feel that they listened to our requests. The flowers, colors and pieces were different from what we’d asked for (ex: bridesmaid bouquets were supposed to be ivory and blue with a couple of purple stems… and they were entirely lavender; the groom was supposed to have a white calla lilly and he had a huge wilted rose that we had to take off). They do have beautiful flowers, and I would go there for something to put in my home, but would not reccommend them for an event.

Unfortunately, this store has closed, & until recently I’ve had considerable difficulty finding purveyors of cut flowers that could even dream of rising above the toes of The Park Florist.
I’m an avid flower fan who scoured Brooklyn for the best florist for ages before I had the good fortune to discover The Park Florist.
In my eyes there was no other florist in Brooklyn that measured up to even the ankle of this floral wonderland, where you’d find an outstanding variety of beautiful, fresh cut blooms & lovely plants from as nearby as Brooklyn & as far as The Netherlands, Japan & other exotic climes.
Simon, Doris, Devin & the rest of the crew at the shop are very friendly & outgoing people who made every visit a pleasure for me. Wolfie & Tilou, my young Norwich terriers, also loved the shop & the people there, & the feeling was clearly mutual.
Whether you wanted to treat yourself to the most beautiful bouquet you’ve had in a long time (if ever), bestow fragrant beauty on someone you love, or express thanks in a thoughtful & endearing way, the place to visit for inspiration was The Park Florist.
Clearly, all this came at a price, but given the quality, talent, feeling & good taste that go into every bouquet composed there — & compared to prices charged by other florists — this place was a true find!
The GOOD NEWS is that I’ve been lucky enough to find another excellent florist in Park Slope, & I’ll review it in the near future.

I bought three stems of lilies last week for just over $ 30. I don’t know much about flowers but that seemed expensive. Based on the reviews I read here, I felt confident that I was paying for quality. They’ve since died in about 4 days. I’ve bought flowers from airport gift shops that have lasted more than twice as long, and cost a fraction. I feel that I was given a poor selection of product despite the high price.

After reading the reviews on Unilocal for this florist, I ordered flowers for a friend who lives in Brooklyn. I’m in San Francisco, so I wanted to have something I could be sure was special delivered. My friend was thrilled, the flowers were beautiful, and now I’m ordering from The Park Florist again. Thanks, Unilocal,and thanks to Simon at The Park Florist.

Probably the best florist I’ve used. Arrangements and the flowers themselves are above picture perfect. Nothing wilted, or brown leaves just bright, natural colors and beautiful contrasts.
If you’re needing to deliver out of their zone Simon (the owner) has a network of other high end florists in most states. I have had to send flowers for gifts, weddings, funerals, etc,. to places like Brooklyn, Houston, Milwaukee and Los Angeles and have always been complimented on the beauty of the bouquets, whether it was made in house by Park Florist or one of PF’s contacts out of state.
And as Allison G states they have interesting, mostly antique style ornaments, planters, lamps, picture frames and other quality doo dads.
Simon’s staff is top notch and deliver a promised and will work with you until you are satisfied. There are less expensive florists but I sincerely doubt you will find the beauty and professionalism Park Florist delivers.

I had the nicest experience at the Park Florist. Conveniently located in the heart of Park Slope, a friend recommended this place to me as a full-​service florist, when I needed to get a boutonnière.
This tiny shop is chock-​full of cute garden-​y things, including vases, pots, ornaments for plants, and knick-​knacks for the home.
I called on a Wednesday to see what the protocol for ordering a boutonnière was. The person of the phone was very helpful, and informed me that it was best if I could come in, so I could choose a flower. He told me that the order could be processed same day, just a couple hours later.
True to his word, I went at 9:30 AM on Saturday and placed my order. I was told to come back in an hour and a half (perfect timing for getting a mani/​pedi and an iced tea! so much to do right around there while I waited!). When I arrived at 11 AM, the florist was still putting a finishing touch on the boutonnière, and she rushed out from her workstation to tell me it would be done in just a minute. The service was so friendly and professional.
While waiting there, I saw some other customers pick up some STUNNING arrangements. The florists here are truly artists. I also saw a florist assisting a customer and she was very knowledgeable and realistic about what flowers would look best together. You’re going to get very unique and beautiful arrangements here — nothing run-​of-​the-​mill!
The boutonnière was really beautiful — instead of cheesy and tied with a ribbon and baby’s breath, it was a solitary white rose with greenery around it. Very masculine, and my date loved it very much!
Overall, I was very impressed (if you could not tell!). I will definitely be back to the Park Florist for other flowery needs.