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ABOUT THE STORE
Lotheringtons Flowers & Gifts

We are a locally owned floral shop located on the beautiful scenic island of Cape Breton in the heart of Sydney, Nova Scotia. Lotherington's Flowers and Gifts has been a proud staple in the community and serving surrounding areas for over 45 years. Whether you are sending birthday, get well, new arrival, or anniversary wishes, just because blooms, or need a special heartfelt memorial piece our talented designers enjoy crafting moments one petal at a time. Custom pieces are our specialty. Our in house floral cooler has a variety of fresh vase and cube arrangements. Dish gardens and seasonal cut flowers are also available for grab and go. While we have planted our traditional roots, we are eager to take you along on our journey as we rebrand and update our space, florals, and giftware. Stay tuned for our blooming wedding and event portfolio.

ABOUT THE OWNER
Melanie Corbett

Hello there and thanks for stopping by... I am Melanie the owner of Lotherington's Flowers and Gifts, one of the oldest and largest flowers shops serving Cape Breton Island. Nestled in a quiet Ashby neighborhood in Sydney, Nova Scotia. As a child I developed an early passion for creativity thanks to my grandmother Sophie. I couldn't wait to pack a bag and arrive on her doorstep to see what new art supplies she came across for me. She would fill my old wooden desk with markers, construction paper, glue, paint, clay and glitter. She found beauty in every weed and had such an appreciation for nature. I remember going through old books and finding pressed leaves and flowers. It didn't matter how much of a mess I made creating because to her everything was a masterpiece. Growing up my home was also referred to as the "do drop in," always the spot where family gathered and neighbors dropped by. My "Gram" aka Kay was always in the kitchen baking and planning the next meal. Food was her love language. You simply could not visit without having a quick bite or the very least a warm tea biscuit with homemade jam and a cup of tea. Holidays were my absolute favorite, putting up decorations, surrounded by cousins, and opening her china cabinet to set the table with Grams good dishes. I later inherited her love for entertaining; my home is now the place where teens come to hang out, grab a bite to eat or kick back and chat. I was also fortunate enough to inherit her ability to always save room for dessert. Looking back, I guess it's not surprising I spent 25 years in hospitality and restaurant management while raising my greatest joys Cohan and Sophie with my high school sweetheart Ian. My creative side developed into many hobbies, party planning, cake poppin, and a love for renovating. There is something about chaos and mess, building old into new, and rising to the challenge that bring pure joy and excitement. Three years ago, I began to feel the desire for change and an unexpected opportunity lead me through these very doors, after a quick visit, much thought, and a family discussion I decided to jump out of my comfort zone and into my next chapter with nothing more than a dream and possibilities. After a few years in the floral industry and the sale finalizing I am beyond excited and eager to take on my next adventure. It's time to bloom where you are planted. Thankfully I am surrounded by some of the most creative, talented and dedicated staff. They are always willing to go the extra mile, lend their knowledge, and work tirelessly during busy holidays. The only thing more important than liking what you do is liking the people you do it with and I can't thank you all enough. One of my favorite things as the new owner is hearing about all the history of Lotheringtons. I love when customers share their family moments of parents, grandparents, wedding bouquets, anniversaries and special milestones. Even through location and named changes Lotheringtons still remains a family owned and operated floral shop for almost 5 decades because of their deep community roots. My goal is to continue those traditions with my family. My daughter Sophie has shown a creative eye for designing and can be seen in the shop helping during holidays and busy times, my son Cohan enjoys helping out with deliveries and greeting customers, and with all new adventures comes change and growth. Ian thank you for seeing my vision, believing and encouraging me and tackling the honey do list, because we both know this is just the beginning. If you made it this far reading thanks for taking the time to get to know me and if you are in the neighborhood, please stop by the shop at 174 Ashby Rd. to say Hello!!! With that all said let the adventure begin.....

Store Hours

Monday
8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday
10 AM - 2 PM

Policies

Substitution Policy

In some instances, our photo may represent an overall theme or look and include a one-of-a-kind vase which cannot be exactly replicated.

Although the actual bouquet may not precisely match the photo, its temperament will. Occasionally, substitutions of flowers and/or containers happen due to weather, seasonality and market conditions which may affect availability. If this is the case with the gift you’ve selected, we will ensure that the style, theme and color scheme of your arrangement is preserved and will only substitute items of equal value or higher value.

If any design elements are of major importance to your order, please include them in the florist instructions at checkout or contact us to ensure availability.

Delivery Policy

Every gift ordered through BloomNation is personally hand-delivered by the local florist. Each local florist sets their own delivery area and fee. Most florists offer same-day hand delivery, but may have different order received cut-off times for same-day delivery that are based off of the recipient's time zone.

Refund Policy

Refunds are processed immediately. Please allow 5–10 business days for the refund to appear on your statement.

Subscriptions

TWIST AND SHOUT BY LOTHERINGTONS

$75.00

*Shipping and taxes may apply

Choose Options

FAQ

How will I receive a new bouquet?

Our subscriptions allow you to select a delivery frequency that best suits your needs - either weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.

How often will I be billed?

You will be billed 5 days before the delivery schedule you select (either weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly). This is to ensure your florist will have adequate time to prepare your order.

How do I make changes to my subscription plan?

You can call the florist any time before the scheduled delivery or pickup date to make changes to your subscription plan and orders.

Can I pause my subscription plan?

Yes, you can! contact us at (902) 539-2432, let us know the next best delivery date and we’ll pause your subscription.

How do I cancel my subscription plan?

We’d be happy to take care of that for you! Please contact us at (902) 539-2432 and we’ll cancel your subscription right away.

Reviews

110 Reviews

TJ T.

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100 out of 5 stars.
You guys are awesome:)

Gilles A.

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80 out of 5 stars.
Good product according to the peoples who received the Flowers. Délivery too expensive. Web site very good and Easy to use.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you for the kind words and for letting us know the recipients enjoyed the flowers. I'm sorry the delivery cost felt high - we'll pass that feedback along as we review our options. Glad the website was easy to use, and we hope to serve you again soon.

Andrew H.

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100 out of 5 stars.
wonderful flowers and delivery.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind review - we're thrilled you loved the flowers and delivery. It means a lot to our small shop to hear we made your day. We hope to help with any future occasions!

Liz B.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I was impressed with the service. The dedication to details showed and not only was my order ready earlier but the delivery was exceptional! Will definitely be using them again.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words - we're thrilled the details and early preparation made a difference. It means a lot to hear the delivery went well, and we look forward to helping you with your next order.

Lynn A.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I haven’t actually seen this arrangement, but the recipient said they were the most beautiful flowers she’d ever received.
Well Done Lotheringtons! Thank you.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for sharing your recipient's reaction - we're thrilled they loved the arrangement. It means a lot to know we helped make someone's day special. We appreciate your kind words and for choosing Lotheringtons.

TANYA C.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The centrepiece we ordered was beautiful and was very fresh.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words - we're thrilled the centerpiece arrived fresh and looked beautiful for your event. It was a pleasure creating it, and we hope to help with any future arrangements.

Denelda M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Thank you for the lovely bowquet. I have not seen it as I live in BC but Sheila loves it and that is what matters

NANCY L.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The arrangement was beautiful and the recipient loved them.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for your kind review - we're thrilled the arrangement was beautiful and that the recipient loved it. It means a lot to hear our flowers made someone's day. We look forward to helping you celebrate again soon.

Mitchell B.

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20 out of 5 stars.
I liked the flowers but the basket of chocolate basket for being the best one and for what it cost me I think was absolutely terrible it looked nothing like the picture you guys advertised

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Florist's Response:

Hi Mitchel,
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a review, good or bad we always have room for improvement. We are so very pleased you were happy with your flowers. You mentioned you received the wrong treat basket please contact the shop at
902-539-3432 we had an abundance of orders and maybe there was a mix up on our end.

Derek S.

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80 out of 5 stars.
Arrangement was almost the same as the online photo, so we were pleased. The lighter color roses did have some browning on the edges. Hopefully they will last.

Cassandra A.

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40 out of 5 stars.
As a Cape Bretoner living on the mainland, I could always count on Lotherington’s to bring my Mom a beautiful arrangement. This last bouquet for Mother’s Day arrived dying and sparse. Extremely disappointing ?

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Florist's Response:

Thank you for letting us know and I'm very sorry we let you and your mom down on Mother's Day. We take quality seriously and would like to make this right-please call or email the shop with your order details so we can resolve it. Your trust means a lot to us and we appreciate the chance to do better.

Yvan T.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Greatly appreciated service...
I did wait quite a bit for the delivery but i never specified a time for it, so it's on me

thanks

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words and for understanding about the delivery timing. We're glad the service met your expectations and appreciate your patience. We look forward to helping you again soon.

Kevin B.

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20 out of 5 stars.
I have ordered from you for 30 years and have always been extremely happy with the service and product. This time, however, when the flowers were delivered they did not have any water in them, causing them to wilt. The picture my Aunt sent me upon delivery did not resemble the one in the picture.
Theresa and Kevin Brooks

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Florist's Response:

Thank you for letting us know, Theresa and Kevin, and I'm very sorry this order fell short after so many years of trust. We'll look into why the bouquet was delivered without water and why the arrangement didn't match the photo; please contact the shop at your convenience so we can make this right.

Brian S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Used the online portal to place the order for Mother’s Day flowers and also a little treat filled giant mug. It seems the delivery contractor misplaced the treat but within hours it was also delivered. I appreciate how hectic Mother’s Day is and as a business owner this minor glitch was handled efficiently and with grace. This is my second time ordering here since Thoms closed shop and flowers arrangements have been beautiful and bountiful.
Good service has been dwindling and unrealistic customer expectations has been growing. Running a small business is more challenging than when I started 30 years ago , so great job and thank you to the owners and staff.
B from Ontario

Marie A.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Always an amazing job!!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words and the five-star rating! We're thrilled to hear you're happy with our work and look forward to creating more arrangements for you.

Michele S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
We chose the Designers Choice arrangement. It was simply beautiful. It brought colour and immense delight to the recipient. The work of the florist who designed it was top notch.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for choosing our Designer's Choice and for the kind words. I'm thrilled to hear it brought color and delight to the recipient - I'll share your praise with the florist who put it together. We appreciate you letting us be part of that special moment.

Sylvia M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Impressed with the arrangement I ordered. Paid extra for it to be vey full and I was not disappointed. Thank you.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for your kind words - we're thrilled the arrangement met your expectations. We appreciate you trusting us with the upgrade for a fuller look and are glad you were pleased. We'd love to help with any future occasions.

Margaret A.

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100 out of 5 stars.
My friend loved the treat basket prepared by your girls. Thank you!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words - we're delighted your friend enjoyed the treat basket. I'll pass your thanks along to the team; they'll be happy to hear it made someone's day. Come back anytime!

Wendy a.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful as always! ??

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words - we're thrilled you loved the arrangement! We appreciate your continued support and look forward to creating more beautiful blooms for you.

Roberta L.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful bouquet delivered on time.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the lovely review - we're delighted the bouquet arrived on time and looked beautiful. It means a lot to hear we hit the mark, and we hope to help with your next special occasion.

SUNSET F.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I have been getting my flowers for funerals from your flower shop (Lotheringtons) for the past 3 years and I have always been pleased with the flowers and the staff are the best. They are very accommodating and a lot of times my orders are last minute.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for your continued trust in Lotheringtons over the past three years. We're glad our team could accommodate your last-minute needs and that our arrangements have provided comfort during difficult times. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to helping you whenever you need us.

Mary R.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Always very pleased with the quality of work and how the team goes above and beyond to provide a great product very quickly.
Thanks so much.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words and for noticing our team's effort. We're glad the quality and quick turnaround hit the mark for you. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping with your next order.

Wendy M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Easy and convenient online experience. The basket looked gorgeous with loads of goodies for deserving people. We will order again!
Thank you,

Wendy & Dave Martell

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much, Wendy and Dave - we're thrilled the online ordering was easy and that the basket made a lovely impression. It was a pleasure putting together those goodies for your recipients, and we look forward to helping you choose something special next time.

Kristy D.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful flowers were delivered to my friend when I ordered from another province!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback - we're thrilled the flowers arrived beautifully for your friend. It means a lot that you trusted us from another province, and we're glad we could help brighten their day.

Troy C.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Flowers sent to my grandmother for her 80th birthday were beautiful, exceed expectations. Will continue to order from Lotheringtons for our family in NS. Thank you!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for choosing Lotheringtons and for sharing this lovely feedback. We're delighted the arrangement helped make your grandmother's 80th special and that it exceeded expectations. We look forward to serving your family in Nova Scotia again.

Andreas D.

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60 out of 5 stars.
Bouquet was beautiful the only issue I have is the delivery charge I paid 25$ my daughter who lives in Halifax paid 25$ the flowers were delivered at the same time double dipping

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Florist's Response:

Thanks for letting us know and I'm glad your bouquet was beautiful. I'm sorry about the delivery charge confusion, we don't want you to feel double charged. Please message or call the shop with your order details. Were both orders placed together in one transaction? Or did you both place separate orders at different times in which would a delivery fee would be added to each?

PIER F.

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20 out of 5 stars.
The flowers and service are great as usual but the consecutive emails are a nuisance
Please STOP sending them

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Florist's Response:

Hi Kevin we appreciate your review especially from another local community business that we often work with, if our emails are an issue please check the box on the bottom of the email that says UNSUBSCRIBE from our email list.

Maria E.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Process was easy and the basket was delivered on time. Thank you!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind review - we're glad the ordering was smooth and your basket arrived on time. We appreciate you choosing Lotheringtons and hope to help with your next special occasion.

JANE K.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Thank you very much. The flowers were beautiful and the delivery was on time.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for your kind review - we're delighted the flowers were beautiful and arrived on time. It means a lot to our team to know we helped make the occasion special. We look forward to serving you again.

Mike P.

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80 out of 5 stars.
Package arrives exactly as advertised and the deluxe comes with some top quality products. Only thing I didn't like was that there was no card option for Easter, and the cards that came on the packages I got were just standard printers paper. Other than those 2 things, top notch.

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Florist's Response:

Thanks for your review Mike, we appreciate the kind words. Our new cards should be ready to go hopefully next week, we changed our software and just waiting on the design team to finish the approved design. Happy Easter !!

Natasha M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful flowers! Our friend loved them

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the lovely review - we're thrilled your friend loved the flowers. It means a lot to know our arrangements helped make their day special. We hope to serve you again soon.

Edith S.

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80 out of 5 stars.
They looked beautiful.
Arrived as scheduled.
Thank you again

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words - we're glad the arrangement arrived on time and looked beautiful. We appreciate your support and hope to help make your next occasion just as special.

Lynnette H.

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20 out of 5 stars.
Good morning,
I hesitated to write this review, as I am never one to complain. As a group, we were very disappointed to see the arrangement that was sent to our co-worker following her loss of a family member. We chose the above floral arrangement for its simplicity which is suited to our friend. We were shocked to see what was actually delivered. We feel the arrangement that was sent, was not indicative of the amount of money we spent. When we received the photo of the flowers, we thought for sure the wrong flowers were delivered.



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Florist's Response:

Good morning Lynnette,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Please accept our sincere apologies that the arrangement did not meet your expectations. While substitutions can sometimes be necessary due to product availability, our goal is always to maintain the overall style, feel, and value of the chosen arrangement. While we appreciate all reviews, if there is ever an issue with an order please don’t hesitate to contact us directly at
902-539-2432.

Ian B.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Ordered the Premium Fruit and Treat basket by Lotherington's online, as I live in Ontario. Ordered on Mar 19th and was delivered to the recipients in Sydney the morning of Mar 20th. Very impressed with the delivery time. I wasn't sure it would show up the next day as I didn't order until lunch time on the 19th. The recipients were very impressed with the variety and quality of what was included. Lots of fruit, cheese and snacks. Overall a great experience! A nice alternative to flowers.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for choosing our Premium Fruit and Treat basket and for the kind review. I'm glad the delivery timing worked out and that the recipients enjoyed the variety and quality-we pride ourselves on fresh selections. We appreciate you trusting us from Ontario and are happy we could provide a great alternative to flowers.

SUNSET F.

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100 out of 5 stars.
THE FLOWERS WERE EXACTLY AS I WANTED. I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN PLEASED WITH ARRANGEMENTS PROVIDED BY LOTHERINGTONS IN SYDNEY.


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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words and for choosing Lotheringtons again. We're thrilled the arrangement matched your vision and that we've consistently met your expectations. We look forward to helping with your next order.

TJ T.

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100 out of 5 stars.
We appreciate each and every one who is there at Lotheringtons!
They are very professional, talented, friendly, and are always on time with any order for which we have submitted. Their arrangement of flowers are beautiful and plentiful, and we thank them for all of the hard work work that goes into all that they do

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad our team has been able to deliver beautiful, timely arrangements for you and appreciate you noticing the effort that goes into each order. We look forward to serving you again soon.

Patricia K.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful arrangement and delivered on-time so I am very happy with the service and would recommend. Thank you!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words and for recommending us. We're glad the arrangement arrived on time and brightened the occasion. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again.

Joan B.

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100 out of 5 stars.
1 day delivery,flowers were beautiful.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind review - we're thrilled the flowers arrived quickly and looked beautiful. We appreciate you choosing Lotheringtons and hope we can help brighten someone's day again soon.

michelle h.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Ordered this for my mother's birthday, as we are long-distance. Arrived on time and she couldn't stop remarking how beautiful they were.

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Florist's Response:

Thanks Michelle for taking the time to write us a 5 star review. We are so happy to hear your mom was pleased with her delivery. Happy Birthday to her from all of us ;) Thank you for choosing Lotherington’s Flowers

Jeff P.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Excellent service and got exactly what I ordered.

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Florist's Response:

We are very pleased to Hear Jeff and thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We appreciate it !!

MARIE A.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful Ted Roses,

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Florist's Response:

We are happy to hear !! Thanks for your review

GLENN K.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Very satisfied. Everything was perfect

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words - we're thrilled everything was perfect for you. It means a lot to hear you were very satisfied, and we hope to serve you again soon.

Michelle M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Very beautiful, they looked even better than the picture

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback - we're thrilled the arrangement exceeded your expectations. It means a lot to hear they looked even better in person. We hope to create something special for you again soon.

Elwyn P.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Quick service

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind rating! We're glad our quick service made a difference and appreciate you taking the time to share. We look forward to helping you again soon.

Louise A.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Oline oeder quick and easy. Much more expensive but as it is with everything these days. Delivered ontime even with a snow storm. Thank you for brightening up my mums day.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for your kind review - we're glad the online order was quick and the delivery arrived on time despite the snow. We appreciate your understanding about pricing and are happy we could brighten your mum's day. Please let us know next time if there's anything extra we can do.

Brianna M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful flowers and friendly, personable delivery guy!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind words! We're glad you loved the arrangement and that our delivery person made a great impression. We appreciate you choosing Lotheringtons and hope to brighten your day again soon.

Heather K.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful arrangement. Delivered as arranged. Lovely soft pink roses.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind review - we're thrilled the soft pink roses and delivery met your expectations. It means a lot to know the arrangement was enjoyed. We look forward to helping with your next order.

Jessie J.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful arrangement

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the kind rating - we're delighted the arrangement was beautiful for you. We appreciate you choosing Lotheringtons Flowers & Gifts and hope to create something special for you again soon.

John G.

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100 out of 5 stars.
We were very happy with the designer choice flowers we recently ordered for my wife’s birthday. Thank you once again.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much - we're delighted your wife enjoyed the designer choice arrangement for her birthday. It was a pleasure creating something special for you both, and we appreciate you choosing Lotheringtons Flowers & Gifts.

Jocelyn F.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Very pleased with the flower arrangement

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the great review - we're thrilled the arrangement pleased you. It means a lot to hear our work hit the mark, and we hope to create something beautiful for you again soon.

Brenda P.

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20 out of 5 stars.
I paid extra for a beautiful custom arrangement to be delivered for my sister’s 84th birthday and requested a “Happy Birthday” balloon to go with it. The flowers were beautiful but they sent a totally insensitive black ballon to go with it stating “Over the Hill”. I’m just shocked that they put that type of balloon for an 84 year olds birthday. Maybe it might be an appropriate joke for a 30 year olds birthday, but totally insensitive for an 84 year olds. Plus I stated I wanted a “Happy Birthday” balloon, not an insensitive joke balloon. I’m so embarrassed that was delivered to my dear sister, that was not my intent.

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Florist's Response:

Hi Brenda thanks for reaching out to us by email and giving us a chance to look into the issue. Thank you for your quick response and although we were pleased to hear your arrangement was satisfactory we want to truly apologize for the balloon mixup, we would never intentionally send out something insensitive. Thank you for allowing us to come to a solution. We appreciate your business and understanding

John R.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The bouquet was beautiful, and they went above and beyond to ensure the colour(s) I requested were used. Delivery was prompt, and the price was more than fair. 10/10 recommend.

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Florist's Response:

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback - we're thrilled the bouquet and colors hit the mark. It means a lot that our delivery and pricing met your expectations, and we really appreciate your recommendation. Come back anytime; we'd love to help with your next arrangement.

Kim G.

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100 out of 5 stars.
This bouquet of flowers for my
Mother’s birthday was absolutely stunning and exceeded my expectations. It’s a big WOW! Thank you so much to Lotherington’s for their attention to detail, their creativity and making sure the flowers are super fresh. My mother was thrilled as I was. I will always order my flower arrangements from your company. Thanks again!

Kris P.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Love Lotheringtons!!
They went abive and beyond for a beautiful arrangement and a timely delivery.
Thank you.

JIM D.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Mug bouquet was beautiful, my granddaughter loved them.

Melissa C.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I really appreciated the modern vase and uniqueness of the arrangement, shopping was a breeze in your website as well!

JOY &.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I went in to order wedding flowers and Sam was more than helpful, with extensive knowledge about flowers. Sam made the task pretty easy.

Julia P.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I was in Sydney for work and needed to pick up a bouquet for friends. After asking a few colleagues for recommendations, this flower shop came highly recommended—and it did not disappoint. Ordering was incredibly simple, the pickup process was seamless, and the flowers were absolutely beautiful. Fresh, thoughtfully arranged, and exactly what I was hoping for. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again and would happily recommend them to anyone needing flowers in Sydney.

Cheryl m.

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100 out of 5 stars.
We sent this basket to a colleague, they were very impressed at how large it was and how much it contained.

Annette D.

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100 out of 5 stars.
These flowers were absolutely beautiful, just as described. Thank you so much.

PARKVIEW S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
It was a beautiful arrangement, especially for a last minute order! Thanks so much for your efficient service.

DANA M.

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60 out of 5 stars.
Nicely arranged but more roses would be nice. They are expensive arrangements so fewer carnations and more roses would be great

Odette B.

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100 out of 5 stars.
My parents live in New Waterford, but I live in Ottawa. I ordered the Christmas design choice and Lotherington’s did an awesome job. My parents loved the beautiful flower arrangement. Thank you for your excellent service!

Craig S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I sent this bouquet of flowers for a birthday party and everybody loves them.
Thank you so much.

STAN D.

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100 out of 5 stars.
They were absoluetly beautiful this year.

Thanks

ALEXANDRA L.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Got to it's destination very quickly!

Brandy S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The recipients of the beautiful arrangement loved it. They said it’s one of the most beautiful ones they ever saw. Thank you

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Florist's Response:

We are so pleased to hear it met their expectations. Thank you for the kind feedback. Happy Holidays

Sheila H.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The recipient sent me a photo of the flowers! They are beautiful! Thank you!

lezlie p.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Easy online ordering and the flowers were stunning!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate it !!

Janie H.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful with excellent service and a smile.

NELSON B.

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100 out of 5 stars.
My partner's family were very pleased. I sent it from Ont and it arrived in Cape Breton... they complimented and said it was beautiful.

Jo-Anne M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
beautiful arrangement

Debbie S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
As always, beautiful, fresh, and elegant. Delivered on time with a smile.
This is why I come back every year. I know I'm getting my money's worth.
Thank you once again, for a beautiful arrangement. You made my 87 yr old mom happy

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Florist's Response:

Thanks Debbie for the 5 star review, wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas

MARIE A.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Excellent, The store is nicely organized and very clean.
Nancy is always so helpful and efficient.

MYRNA M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Always a great experience ordering flowers at Lotherington’s. It was purchased as a gift and the recipients absolutely loved it. It really is beautiful, just what I expected.

Shauna O.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Prompt response to a question I had about my order, and my parents just loved their beautiful arrangement, which was delivered right on schedule. It can feel like a gamble when ordering flowers from afar for the first time, but these folks totally came through! Will definitely be ordering again in the future.

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Florist's Response:

Thanks Shauna for the wonderful feedback. We are so pleased to hear your parents enjoyed their arrangement. Happy Holidays !!

Stan B.

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80 out of 5 stars.
The service was friendly, the flowers were delivered promptly and the recipient was pleased

Angie B.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Always beautiful flowers, and always delivered on time. I have dealt with Lotherington Flowers for years and am very happy with them. Highly recommended.
Angie Burns-Burrell

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Florist's Response:

Thank you Angie for the 5⭐️ review!!! Thank you for choosing Lotherington’s, we are thrilled to hear you are pleased with your order.

Angie B.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I have dealt with Lothertington Flowers for many years and never once had any kind of issues with their products. Whatever I have ordered is always delivered on time. I highly recommend them for your flower/gift basket needs.
Angie Burns-Burrell

Marie S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I was able to place this order from Pennsylvania. Most flower companies here do not deliver to Canada. I can always count on Lotherington’s! My sister was very happy and surprised when her basket arrived!

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Florist's Response:

Hi Marie,
We are so happy to hear your sister was pleased with her delivery. Thanks again for choosing Lotherington’s, wishing you and your family a happy Holidays!!

James A.

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80 out of 5 stars.
Great center piece! Convenient, Fast, and Easy to order online. A tad pricey for sure, but overall, everthing went very well and will definitely consider ordering in the future.

Karen K.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The arrangement was beautiful and delivered when I had requested. The recipient loved it and sent me a picture. The picture was exactly what I had ordered and easy to order online.

Denise C.

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60 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful arrangement but not as full as in the picture. Not enough greens and therefore it looked a little bare. If it wasn’t for that it would have been a 5 star experience.

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Florist's Response:

Denise, we appreciate the time you took to review your order. Upon re-examining your order, we discovered it was a Santa mug dish garden with real plants, not an arrangement with insufficient greens. Is this correct? Unfortunately, these are specialty items ordered specifically for the holidays, and all mugs contain the same plants. If your arrangement appears less full, please allow a few weeks for it to grow and flourish. Happy Holidays!

MARGIE M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
My order to Lynn was absolutely beautiful. The service that was provided to me was amazing. I love my Lotheringtons friends always so so helpful

Wendy a.

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100 out of 5 stars.
As usual absolutely amazing job and beautiful arrangement. I was worried because we had to order from Mexico, but of course they did not disappoint

SHELLY K.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Great job!

Ellie O.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Easy ordering, beautiful flowers!

Denelda M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The arrangement is amazing. You did an exceptional job.
Thank you.

MYRNA M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The arrangement is beautiful. Staff were excellent to deal with as always. Quick and easy, a very pleasant experience.

Nick S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
10 out of 10. Beautiful

Dawn O.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful arrangement

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Florist's Response:

Thanks Dawn, we appreciate your review

Keith B.

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80 out of 5 stars.
I would like to reply to your review but I did not see the final product as given to the family. This picture shows 1 level below what I had ordered.
The family has not replied to me as yet which is a small concern but considering what has happened in their lives I will wait.
Should they contact me I will send their comments to you

Thank you asking.

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Florist's Response:

Good morning Keith, thank you for the 4 ⭐️ review. Your order was confirmed and delivered, Listed items in the basket is available on our website. If you would like us to send you a picture before delivery you can request when ordering. We don’t mind sending you pictures. Thank you for choosing Lotherington’s Flowers and Gifts.

Edith S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Irma and family loved the arrangement

Moffat G.

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100 out of 5 stars.
my wife was very pleased thank you for excellent service m.gray

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Florist's Response:

That’s wonderful, we are so happy to hear, thank you for the kind review

Moffat G.

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100 out of 5 stars.
my wife was very pleased thank you for excellent service m.gray

Catherina P.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Great service. The flowers were beautiful and they even made a special trip to the liquor for a bottle of white wine. Thank you for everything.

Catherina.

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Florist's Response:

We had a lot of fun making this arrangement, thank you for choosing Lotherington’s Flowers

Nikita S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Amazing ! Came out the exact way I wanted . Thank you

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Florist's Response:

We are so pleased to hear Nikita, thank you for your kind review we appreciate it ❤️

Marie A.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Always do an amazing job, flowers are beautiful!!

Judy M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
This beautiful arrangement was delivered as promised to our aunt I the Regional. I loved the convenience of being able to order online, since we live away. Excellent service, Lotherington’s! I will definitely use this service again. Thank you!

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Florist's Response:

Thanks so much for the kind review. We hope your aunt is feeling better.

FRANCES M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
We have been going to Lotherington's for years and they never disappoint. I go in with an idea and they figure out how to make it happen. They also have many items that can be added to your arrangement. I left there yesterday with a stuffed Highland cow. Their staff is amazing as well. They make you feel at home while you figure out what you want. Much continued success to wonderful people.

REX M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Very kind and helpful when I gave them a rather difficult problem. The young lady I spoke to had an instant solution.

Appreciate: Rex L. Morton
Kansas city. Mo.







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Florist's Response:

Thanks Rex for the kind review, we hope you day is as fabulous as you !!!

DANIELLE M.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Thank you my grandmother loved them!

ROBERT P.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The flowers were beautiful and delivered right on time. The arrangement looked fresh and full, and the whole process was easy from start to finish. I highly recommend this service for anyone wanting gorgeous flowers and reliable delivery

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Florist's Response:

Thanks Robert, we appreciate your kind review. We are pleased to hear you were happy with your arrangement and service.

Linda S.

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100 out of 5 stars.
This is the first time I used lotheringtons flowers and believe me I was not disappointed! The flowers are absolutely beautiful and could brighten anyone, even on their saddest day. Thank you lotheringtons, you can bet I will order from you again!!
Linda Scott

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Florist's Response:

Thank you Linda for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We are pleased to hear our arrangement met your expectations.

Gerry P.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Wow ... beautiful bouquet perfectly arranged. Thank you!

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Florist's Response:

Thanks Gerry we appreciate your feedback

Elizabeth W.

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100 out of 5 stars.
I live in Alberta and love to send my mom flowers just as much as she likes receiving them. It is convenient for me and it makes her happy so win win!! The flowers are always beautiful (I get pics)…lol and your service is top notch. Your site is easy to use and I never had any problems with it!! Thanks for providing top quality flowers…always the best in my books!!

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Florist's Response:

Thank you Elizabeth !! We are so pleased to hear your mom loved her delivery, and that she even sent you pictures. It’s not easy living away from loved ones. We are so happy to hear our new website was user friendly we value your feedback. Thanks for choosing Lotherington’s Flowers !!

Karla H.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Great customer service.

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Florist's Response:

Thanks so much Kayla we appreciate your review

Susan B.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Very pleased! This was a surprise gift to celebrate an 80th birthday and it was perfect!

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Florist's Response:

We appreciate your 5 star review Susan, we hope everyone had the best time celebrating 80 years!!! We thank you for choosing Lotherington’s Flowers and Gifts.

Ivana W.

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100 out of 5 stars.
The flower arrangement I ordered for my friend’s birthday was absolutely perfect! Exactly how I envisioned it. The flowers were fresh, beautifully arranged, and delivered right on time, which made the surprise extra special. I couldn’t be happier with the service and will definitely order from here again!

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Florist's Response:

Thanks Ivana for your 5 star review we are so happy to hear we were able to create your vision. We hope your friend had a lovely day celebrating.

Sheryl T.

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100 out of 5 stars.
Flowers were so beautiful. Exceeded my expectations .

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Florist's Response:

Thanks Sheryl we appreciate your 5 star review, we are so happy to hear you were pleased with your order. Thanks for choosing Lotherington’s Flowers and Gifts

Delivery Information

Delivery Details & Tips

Every gift ordered through BloomNation is personally hand-delivered by the local florist. Each local florist sets their own delivery area and fee.

Most florists offer same-day hand delivery, but may have different order received cut-off times for same-day delivery that are based off of the recipient’s time zone. Florists that offer same-day delivery display their same-day delivery cut-off time in their store detail section. Orders received after that time may be delivered the following day. Please note some florists may not make deliveries on Sunday.

To request a specific delivery time, please type it into the Special Instructions field during checkout. We will do our best to accommodate your preferences.

Before major holidays, we recommend that you place your orders at least five days in advance.

Where do we Deliver?

Neighborhoods, Cities, Postal Codes

Lotheringtons Flowers & Gifts proudly serves North Sydney

Hospitals We Deliver To

Hospitals we deliver to: Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH ), Northside General Hospital, New Waterford Consolidated Hospital, Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Harbour View Hospital, Taigh na Mara, Sydney Health Park, Cape Breton Cancer Centre, Marco Hearing Health Centre, Nancy Dingwall Health and Counselling Centre, Sydney River Health Centre, Resi-Care (Cape Breton) Association, Nova scotia public health, Pharmacy Care Clinic at Shoppers Drug Mart, Cape Breton Hearing Svc Ltd, Heart & Lung Wellness Centre, NEW NORTH SIDE HOSPITAL UNDER CONSTRUCTION, X-ray Department @ Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH ), Public Health Services, X-ray Department @ New Waterford Consolidated Hospital

Cemeteries & Funeral Homes We Deliver To

Cemeteries and funeral homes we deliver to: Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Pier Community Funeral Home, Sydney Memorial Chapel, T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Hardwood Hill Cemetery, RESURRECTION CEMETERY, Jobes J M Funeral Home Ltd, T J Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialist, Black Brook Cemetery, Dooley W J Funeral Serv Ltd, Holy Cross Cemetery, McGillivray V J Funeral Homes, Lake Side Cemetery, McLellan Funeral Home, McGillivray V J Funeral Homes, Greenwood Cemetery, Patten Funeral Home, Oakfield Cemetery, Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home, St. Anne's Catholic Cemetery, Cape Breton Crematorium, Brookside Cemetery, St Joseph's Holy Family Cemetery, MacAskill's Funeral Home Ltd, St. Agnes Cemetery, Cemetery, Broughton cemetery, Union Grove Cemetery, Mt. Carmel Cemetery, New Calvary Cemetery, Goose Cove Cemetery

Wedding Venues We Deliver To

Wedding venues we deliver to: Inverary Resort, Port of Sydney, N.S., The Lakes at Ben Eoin Golf Club & Resort, Sally's Brook Wilderness Cabins, Ben Eoin Yacht Club & Marina, Dobson Yacht Club, CARABIN FARMS, The Fiddle Shed, Andrea Estate, MacAulay Conference Centre, The Forrester Centre

Other Venues We Deliver To

Other venues we deliver to: Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College, Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort | Cabot trail, Cape Breton, Centre 200, Breton Brewing Co. - Craft Beer - Growlers - Live Music - Trivia, The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse, Membertou Trade & Convention Centre, Lanes at Membertou, Emera Centre Northside, Savoy Theatre, New Waterford & District Community Centre, Highland Arts Theatre, Cape Breton County Arena, The Red Farm (Cape Breton, Canada), Capri Cabaret, Cape Breton Exhibition, Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs, Sydney Mines & District Community Centre, Cape Breton Island Centre for Immigration, New Waterford Community Wellness Centre, Italian Community Hall, Menelik Hall, Marion Bridge Community Hall, Bras d'Or Hall, Southend Community Centre, Big Bras Dor Fire Hall, Englishtown Community Hall, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 15, Mira Centre, Town House Citizens Service League, Ross Ferry Volunteer Fire Department, Elder Centre, WINS Hall Point Edward (Women's Institutes of Nova Scotia), Bateston Athletic Club, Baddeck Forks Community Hall, Washabuck Community Centre, Holy Redeemer Catholic Parish Church, St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish, St. Theresa's Catholic Parish Centre, Saint Theresa's Roman Catholic Church, Ukrainian Parish Hall, St. George's Anglican Church and Graveyard, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Parish Church, Faith Baptist Church, St Michael's Parish Hall, St Ann's Bay United Church, Sydney CC CFS, St Joseph's Catholic Church and Office, St Anne's Catholic Church, Parish of Saint Leonard, St. Alban's Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Camp Mac Leod Presbyterian Chr, Sydney River United Protestant Church, St Mary's Catholic Church, Temple Sons of Israel Synagogue, Cape Breton Muslim Socity Masjid, Baitul Hafeez Mosque

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

Can I order online or by phone?
Yes! You can order online anytime at lotheringtonsflowers.com or by phone at (902) 539-2432 during our business hours (Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-5:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM-2:00 PM, Sun Closed).
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Link, bank account payments, and Afterpay at our online checkout. For in-store or phone orders, we take cards, House Accounts, cash, and checks.
Can I request certain flowers or colors?
Of course! You can let us know your preferred flowers or color palette. While some blooms may be seasonal or limited, we’ll do our best to create an arrangement that reflects your vision.
What happens if the recipient isn’t home?
If the recipient isn’t available, our driver will either leave the flowers in a safe spot or, if needed, arrange a re-delivery at a later time.
Can I include add-ons with my bouquet or arrangement?
Absolutely! We offer a variety of flower delivery add-ons to personalize your arrangement such as small gifts or keepsakes. You’ll see available add-ons on each product page and again at checkout.
How do I make my flowers last longer?
Trim the stems, place them in fresh water, and keep the arrangement in a cool spot away from direct sunlight to extend their life.
Why choose flowers by Lotheringtons Flowers & Gifts?
What sets us apart is the care in every detail: fresh, quality blooms, thoughtful design, and a wide online selection. We’ve got plenty to choose from for the big days—Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas—in Sydney, and we don’t stop there. From everyday bouquets to weddings and events, we’ve got you covered. Have something in mind? Tell us your colors or favorite flowers and we’ll make it happen.
Can I add a personalized message or card to my flower order?
Yes, absolutely—adding a personalized message or card is one of the easiest ways to make your delivery extra special. At checkout, you’ll find a dedicated field to type in your custom message.
Can I order a flower subscription?
Yes, our flower subscription service is a game-changer for effortless, fresh blooms delivered straight to your door—perfect for treating yourself or gifting ongoing joy without the hassle. You can choose your budget, frequency (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, or yearly), and first delivery date on our subscriptions page.

Delivery FAQs

Do you offer same-day flower delivery in Sydney?
We do not offer same-day delivery, but we do offer next-day delivery.
How much does flower delivery cost in Sydney?
Delivery fees vary depending on the location and distance. At checkout, you’ll see the exact cost for your area.
Do you deliver flowers to hospitals, offices, or event venues in Sydney?
Yes, we deliver to homes, hospitals, businesses, and venues across Sydney. Please provide the full address and any delivery notes during checkout.