• Recommended delivery date is 4 days before your event. If your event is Saturday suggested delivery date is Tuesday.
• Each stem features an average of 10 to 12 blooms running the length of the stem.
• Premium Gladiolus have an average stem length of 44 inches. Premium Gladiolus are available year round*
  
• Super Premium Gladiolus have an average stem length of 48 inches. Super Premiums are available May through December. This flower is seasonal and the exact dates may vary. If you choose to order Super Premium Gladiolus and we do not have them available, we will notify you and refund you the difference between the premium and super premium prices.
  
• Gladiolus are shipped with 10 stems per bunch and are bundled together by a rubber band and placed in a clear plastic sleeve.
  
• Gladiolus are ideal for tall flower arrangements.
  
• Expected vase life is an average minimum of 6 days.
  
• This flower is known both as Gladiolus and Gladiolas.
• Gladiolas were named from the Latin work “gladius” which means sword. Belonging to the Iris family, the meaning of Gladiolas is generosity, sincerity and infatuation.
  
• Since flowers are a product of Mother Nature and due to variation in monitor resolutions, the exact color tones of this flower may vary to some degree.
• Package contents and prices are based on availability and are subject to change due to weather and market conditions.
• Your flowers will arrive looking thirsty and sleepy. This is absolutely NORMAL. Please refer to our Flower Care tab on this product page for a descriptive process on care and handling instructions.

*In the event that a substitution may be necessary to make certain that your flowers are delivered on time, we take the utmost care in assuring that your order is as similar to your original flower choice as possible even if this means substituting flowers of higher value. While we will always try to inform under these circumstances, flower substitutions may be shipped without verbal confirmation from you. 

Bulk Gladiolas are shipped directly from our farms. Before shipping your flowers, we prepare them for their journey with proper hydration methods. If your flowers appear sleepy and thirsty after their journey, it is absolutely NORMAL. Just follow these simple steps and the flowers will bloom delightfully.

1. Remove flowers from box by cutting any straps. Do not remove the rubber bands holding the flowers together in a bunch. 
2. Fill containers with at least 4 inches of fresh, cool water. 
3. Add floral food to prevent bacteria from forming in the water and to give added nutrients to the Gladiolas. If you do not have flower food, it can be purchased at any local florist. 
4. Remove any leaves that fall below the water line. Leaves will mold or rot and cause bacteria to form and shorten the flower's life. 
5. Using sharp scissors or a knife, place the stems under running water and cut them diagonally approximately one inch from each of the stem's bottom edges.
6. Immediately after cutting, place the stems in the prepared water. 
7. Allow flowers at least 4 hours to hydrate well. Gladiolas may take up to 12 hours to properly hydrate. 
8. Keep flowers away from direct sunlight, drafts or excessive heat. 
9. Change water every 24 to 48 hours or when the water becomes cloudy to keep flowers fresh. Assure that your Gladiolas have sufficient water. The flowers will drink an exceptionally large amount of water upon arrival.

Remember that exposing flowers to warm environments (outside, a hot room..etc) will help the flowers to bloom, and storing your Gladiolas in a cooler environment will slow down the opening process.

• FiftyFlowers uses FedEx for priority overnight delivery service. All deliveries should arrive by 5pm on your chosen delivery date and your flowers will most likely be delivered before 10:30am. Delivery time depends on service available to your address. Please contact FedEx and ask them the guaranteed delivery time for your specific delivery zip code. 
• Deliveries are available Tuesday through Friday. 
• The day before your selected delivery date, you will receive an automatically generated tracking number, which you can use to track your package online at www.FedEx.com. You can also obtain your tracking number by signing into your FiftyFlowers' online account.
• In order to ensure proper flower delivery, FedEx will require signature at the time of delivery. Please arrange to have somebody home to ensure proper delivery. In the event that somebody will not be available at the delivery address please leave a note in an obvious place indicating that it is okay to leave your flower package releasing all responsibility and include your name and signature.  If you miss your delivery, please contact FedEx at 1.800-GO-FEDEX directly with your tracking number to reschedule delivery. 
• Each order must have a valid and working telephone number. FedEx will not accept any orders without a working telephone number. 
• Please review your shipping address carefully. If you provide the wrong shipping address, we are not responsible for any problems that may result. Any shipping redirects or changes will incur a $20 fee and changes may not be feasible as the delivery date approaches, especially once the shipping tracking number has been assigned. 
• FiftyFlowers.com is not responsible for packages that are received before or after the specified delivery date, are lost, stolen or damaged once in the hands of the carrier. In the event that there is a delay with your package, please contact FedEx directly.
• If your tracking number starts with a "D" your package has been shipped with Ontrac. You can track your package online at: www.ontrac.com or call them directly at 1-800-334-5000 in the event you need to reschedule your delivery.
• Shipments to Hawaii and Alaska will be charged an additional $45 per box surcharge. 
• Shipments to Canada will be assigned a 30% surcharge to cover import duties, processing and filing these import duties on our client’s behalf as well as out of country shipping fees.
• We can arrange shipments to Puerto Rico. Please send an email to [email protected] with the complete shipping address and flower order. Within 24 hours, one of our customer service representatives will confirm your total order price.