Buy Beautiful Blooms at These 4 Southwest Florida Florists

You really can't go wrong when you give flowers as gifts. Flowers can cheer people up during challenging times, add spark to a new romance, or congratulate a friend on a job well done. Flowers can also brighten up your Springs Apartments home or make it look festive when you entertain. The following florists—and local gems—are close to Springs Apartments communities in Fort Myers and Estero. If you haven't visited them, give them a try.

Family-owned and operated, Petals & Presents delivers flowers throughout Estero and the surrounding areas. They're also part of a nationwide floral network, so if you want to send flowers to your mother in Milwaukee, they can help you out. Be sure to check out their "Love & Romance" line of flowers online. You can get same-day delivery when you order in the morning.

This full-service florist has been serving the Estero area for more than 40 years. They provide delivery to all local hospitals as well as funeral homes, schools, and businesses. Whether you choose an arrangement from the website or ask for a one-of-a-kind design, you'll find what you're looking for at Bonita Blooms. In addition to flowers, Bonita Blooms offers potted plants, silk arrangements, gift baskets and candles.

If you need a dazzling birthday gift, be sure to get in touch with Express Floral. You can order a beautiful fresh bouquet of flowers and have them delivered to your friend or loved one, or you can pick up a gift basket and a birthday card right at the store. Express Floral can also create tasteful corsages and boutonnieres, “get well” arrangements, or a new baby gift basket.

Ruth Messmer Florist is one of Florida's oldest and largest florist businesses. It's a family-owned and operated business that has been serving Lee County for more than 50 years. It's been voted "Best of Fort Myers" and is an FTD Top 100 member. Ruth Messmer Florist features fresh floral arrangements, foliage plants, silk arrangements, and fruit and gourmet baskets. It has its own fleet of delivery vehicles, so you can make sure your flowers will arrive quickly and safely.

What are your favorite places to buy flowers in Southwest Florida? Leave your suggestions in the comments section below.