Sending flowers from afar is one of the simplest ways to be present when you cannot be close. At The Florist, simply choose your bouquet, write the card message and select the delivery date at checkout; we deliver across Portugal and Spain in under 24 hours. With a little care, the surprise arrives exactly as you imagined it.
Why flowers bring people closer
A text or a video call matters, but receiving something physical, chosen with us in mind, carries a different weight. Flowers fill a space with colour and remind us, for days or even years, that someone was thinking of us. For long-distance relationships, family living abroad or friends who have moved away, they are a gesture that brings people closer.
How to prepare the surprise, step by step
- Choose the bouquet: fresh roses for immediate impact or preserved roses for a lasting keepsake.
- Set the delivery date: at checkout, to coincide with a birthday, a special date or an ordinary day you want to make memorable.
- Confirm the address: make sure it is complete and that someone can receive the order.
- Write the message: every bouquet includes a card with a personalised message.
- Decide on anonymity: you can choose anonymous delivery, for a touch of mystery.
Fresh or preserved roses for sending from afar
Fresh roses come from Ecuador, are picked at the peak of their bloom and hand-prepared in boxes with a built-in watering and insulation system. They arrive ready to display and last 10 to 15 days; after about a week, simply add a little water between the roses.
Preserved roses are an excellent option for someone who travels often or spends little time at home. They need no water and keep their fresh, silky look for 3 to 5 years. Our article fresh or preserved roses will help you decide.
Confirming the address without spoiling the surprise
If you are not sure of the address, there are discreet ways to confirm it: ask a family member or a colleague, or send the flowers to their workplace. In that case, bear in mind the opening hours and the rules of the building. A complete address, including the floor and flat number where applicable, avoids any hitches.
Ideas to make the surprise even more special
- Pair it with a video call: seeing their reaction at the moment of delivery makes the distance feel smaller.
- Add an extra: Arcádia chocolates (Chocolate Hearts), Moët & Chandon champagne or an Eugénio Campos necklace, available among our extras.
- Give an Instax Mini 12: so they can send back an instant photo with the flowers.
- Choose their favourite colour: a detail that shows you pay attention.
- Surprise them for no reason: flowers that arrive on an ordinary day are often the most unforgettable.
Which bouquet to choose
For a delicate gesture, the preserved Single Rose, from €30, is ideal. To say “I miss you” with more intensity, the Glamorous, with 18 to 22 roses, from €85 in fresh roses, or the Passion XL, with 30 to 34 roses in a heart-shaped box, leave a lasting impression. For very special dates, the Luxurious, with 38 to 45 roses, or the exclusive Supreme format make all the difference.
The right message for someone far away
The card message is the voice of the sender. A few ideas: “Distance is just a number. I'm with you.”, “I wish I could be there today. I'm sending these flowers in my place.” or “To shorten the miles until our next hug.” Our article what to write on a flower card has more suggestions.
Frequently asked questions
Can I send flowers to Spain?
Yes. We deliver across Portugal and Spain in under 24 hours.
Can I choose the delivery day?
Yes, you choose the delivery date at checkout.
Can flowers be sent without revealing who sent them?
Yes, you can choose anonymous delivery.
Do the roses arrive in good condition after transport?
Fresh roses are hand-prepared in boxes with a built-in watering and insulation system, designed to arrive ready to display.
Those far away deserve to feel close. Explore our fresh roses and send a hug in the shape of flowers.
