The newest branch of Flowers After Hours, at 215 Kepa Road in Mission Bay, Auckland. The Eastridge shop is open seven days, from early morning until late. The parent business has run its Parnell store for more than 30 years. The branch offers seasonal flowers, arrangements, wedding flowers and luxury gifts, and it says its florists can design arrangements to a customer's brief.
Funeral wreaths are handcrafted in white and green, bold and bright, or soft and elegant palettes, and come in large, medium or small sizes. Orders for wreaths need at least 48 hours' notice, and seasonal substitutions are made to keep the same look. Auckland-wide delivery runs seven days, and each bouquet is wet wrapped for freshness. Phone (09) 303 1038. Customers who sign up for the newsletter receive 10% off their first order.
Reviewers mention the wedding flowers and flower arrangements most often, and describe the flower quality as consistently good. One bride says the flowers stayed perfect through a hot summer day. Another customer watched a bouquet made on the spot and found the staff friendly and helpful. A third says the staff accommodated a last-minute request for a bouquet for a partner, who was delighted with it. Phone ordering is also available.