Family owned and operated since the 1950’s, Sarasota Florist is the oldest shop in town.

Arlene Rhyne, the owner and hands-on designer, makes sure each order that leaves Sarasota Florist meets her standards before being delivered to your special someone. She has been in the plant and floral business for 33 years. She has a horticulture degree and has worked in both plant nurseries and flower shops all her life. Her husband and two sons help out all the time, delivering, setting up for weddings and funerals, and keeping the shop and computers in tip-top shape. 

To add to our happy family, Sarasota Florist employs an International staff.

Lis is from Germany, who is a floral designer with over 23 years of experience, both in Europe and in the US.  She has a degree in floral design and agricultural engineering. Along with these assets, she speaks fluent German.

Barbara works with us part time. She is from Poland and speaks fluent Polish & French. She is our Sarasota Memorial Hospital gift shop specialist. For years, we have been supplying them daily with fresh arrangements. 

Casey is from Connecticut and is pursuing a career in Nursing, currently attending Manatee Community College’s RN Program. She is the manager/floral designer and is the "go-to girl" for whatever the shop needs (usually lunch or coffee!).

We offer same day delivery and make ordering hassle free. Give us a call to send flowers anywhere in the world, without additional or hidden fees.

We deliver to all of Sarasota, including Siesta, Lido and Longboat keys, as well as parts of Bradenton, Venice & Osprey. Delivery fee to the Greater Sarasota area is $10.00, but delivery fees may vary for areas which are further away.

Did you have a busy day forget to order? Not a problem! Late orders are welcome; just call us to see if we are able to still deliver to your requested location. We’ve been known to even deliver orders on our drive home.

If flowers are just not what you are looking for, please call our toll free number, as we have other gift giving ideas. These include, but are not limited to:

• Orchids. We specialize in these and we always have a variety of beautiful, exotic, classy orchids. They’re perfect for a new home or business, as they’re low maintenance and easy to care for. If you ever need a specific variety, give us a call and we will try to accommodate your request.

• Plants. We have an extensive plant selection, including dish gardens, blooming plants (Peace Lily’s, African Violets, etc…), bonsai trees, cactus gardens and lucky bamboo.

• Balloons & Plush. We have balloons for all occasions, including traditional latex, and mylar, and unique, big balloons. We also carry a large quantity of plush animals, from cuddly kittens to sports team themed bears. Call to see what is in stock.

• Gift baskets. Maybe a gourmet basket with fruit, cheese, crackers, chocolate and coffee. Possibly a junk food basket with chips and candy is the way to go. New arrival to the family? We can make a basket appropriate for a new mom and baby. Give us a call and we will work with you to make your basket uniquely your own.