Nothing can brighten a space — or someone’s day — quite like a bouquet of fresh flowers. Their colorful blooms and sweet aromas can often express our thoughts and emotions better than words, so it’s not hard to see why they've been humanity’s go-to gift for eons. Read on for our list of local flower shops that can help you say “I love you,” “I’m sorry,” or “I’m here for you” through the language of petals.

Coy & Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Ste. 112
Every arrangement is 100% locally grown. Customize the size, color theme, flower types, and whether you want your bouquet hand-tied or in a vase.

Bunches By B, online order only
This florist offers trendy, eye-catching “bunches” of fresh, in-season blooms, including $25 “flowergrams.”

Gifford’s Flowers, 704 SW Jefferson St.
Mary “Tillie” Gifford opened a flower stall at the Portland Farmers Market in the 1920s, launching this fourth-generation family-owned business.

Sellwood Flower Co., 8215 SE 13th Ave.
This shop inspired by wildflower bouquets and French garden styles offers floral services for weddings and corporate events. You’ll also find a walk-in “flower bar” and an on-site garden.

Gifford’s Flowers arranged the colorful bouquet at Banksland in Portland. | Photo by PDXtoday staff

The Angry Florist, 401b NE 28th Ave.
Find fresh and everlasting (dried) floral designs, as well as plants, gifts and art from local creators and businesses.

Sammy’s Flowers, 1710 W. Burnside St.
You’ll also find houseplants, Portland’s Cloudforest chocolates, specialty candles, and greeting cards.

Beaumont Florist, 4201 NE Fremont St.
With 60+ years of serving the Portland area, Beaumont Florist is a time-tested standard.

By The Bunch, walk-ins by appointment only at 7042 SE Milwaukie Ave.
Aside from ordering beautiful bouquets (including ones made with succulents), you can also take floral classes and sign up for a monthly flower subscription.

A unique peace (see what we did there?) of art you never knew you needed. | Photo by @theangryflorist

Grand Avenue Florist, 909 SE Yamhill St.
A family-owned florist with six decades of professional experience, delivering arrangements five days a week in the Portland area — including Vancouver.

Laurelhurst Florist, curbside pick-up by appointment at 6118 SE Belmont St., Ste. 101
This small floral studio has an online catalog of arrangements designed specifically for more than a dozen occasions, or you can fill out a form to request a custom creation.

Flowers in Flight, 1520 NE Alberta St.
Order in-person or online by browsing bouquets based on the type of flower you want.

Solabee Flowers & Botanicals, 801 N. Killingsworth St.
This shop’s trendy floral designs have been featured in Portland Bride & Groom, Portland Monthly, and more. They can even help you transform an interior space into a personal jungle.