Christmas Flowers to France: Delivery Dates and What to Send
To send Christmas flowers to France and have them arrive before the holiday, order by Wednesday, December 23, 2026, before midnight French time, for delivery on Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24. FlowersFrance delivers next day, Monday to Saturday, but nothing arrives on Christmas Day itself, so the gift has to be in place by the 24th. Booking on Tuesday, December 22 leaves a small margin for mistakes.
When Is the Last Day to Order Christmas Flowers for France?
Orders placed before midnight local time in France are delivered the next day. For Christmas Eve, that makes Wednesday, December 23 the last order day. The site advises ordering two to three days ahead for holiday dates, so aim for December 22 or 23 at the latest. If you are on the US East Coast, midnight in France is 6 p.m. on the same day, so count the time difference before you click.
| Date (2026) | What happens | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, December 22 | Recommended cutoff for a safe margin | Order before midnight, French time |
| Wednesday, December 23 | Last order for Christmas Eve delivery | Order before midnight, French time |
| Thursday, December 24 | Christmas Eve delivery day | Arrives only if ordered by December 23 |
| Friday, December 25 | Christmas Day, main public holiday | No deliveries |
| Saturday, December 26 | First delivery day after the holiday | Too late for Christmas Day |
Can Flowers Be Delivered on Christmas Day in France?
No. Christmas Day is a main public holiday, and FlowersFrance does not deliver on Sundays or main public holidays. Same-day delivery is not offered either. The first delivery day after the holiday is Saturday, December 26, so a gift meant for the 25th has to arrive on the 24th. Write a preferred time in the delivery instructions. The florist tries to meet it, but exact time slots are not guaranteed.
What Flowers Do French Families Give at Christmas?
Christmas in France is less about one flower and more about winter color and greenery. The poinsettia, called étoile de Noël in French, is one of the most recognizable seasonal plants and works well for a host. Arrangements with red and white tones, an amaryllis for a winter bloom, or a seasonal arrangement from the flowers category all suit the season. If the recipient has no vase, a plant such as the Living Oasis Planter can be a practical choice.
Which Flowers Should You Avoid Giving at Christmas?
Some flowers belong to funerals and to All Saints' Day (Toussaint, November 1). Skip white lilies and chrysanthemums, which many French people link with cemeteries and remembrance. The Toussaint flower guide covers this in more detail. Avoid black wrapping and anything that looks like a funeral arrangement. Many French people also avoid an even number of flowers, since even numbers are traditionally tied to funerals, so choose an odd stem count where you can.
Should You Send Flowers to a French Host or Family Member at Christmas?
Yes. Flowers work well for a parent, a host or a friend, as long as they arrive on the 24th and the card is clear. Send to the full home address and include a phone number, because the florist needs both to coordinate the delivery. If your family is in Lyon, check the Lyon delivery page for coverage details.
The free printed card has room for a short line. Keep it warm and simple, such as "Joyeux Noël, with love from" followed by your name. A glass vase add-on is useful if the host may not have a vase for the flowers.
How Much Does Christmas Flower Delivery to France Cost?
Bouquets start at USD 63.24, and the catalog goes up to USD 172.49. Delivery is a flat USD 14.95, so the lowest total is USD 78.19. The Lilac Reverie Vase at USD 74.74 comes to USD 89.69 with delivery, and the Modern Soleil planter at USD 80.49 comes to USD 95.44. Prices are charged in USD, with EUR and GBP shown for reference.
To order, go to flowersfrance.com, choose a bouquet or plant, add any optional extras, and enter the recipient's name, full address and phone number. You can pay in USD with Visa, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. If you are ordering from abroad for the first time, the guide to sending flowers to France from abroad walks through each step.
Frequently asked questions
Can I send flowers to France from the US for Christmas?
Yes. Order on flowersfrance.com, pay in USD with an international card or PayPal, and a local florist in France hand-delivers the order. Orders are accepted from any country, so you do not need to be in France to place one.
Can I send a cake or chocolates to France for Christmas instead?
Cakes and food hampers are not sold. You can add a box of chocolates to a flower order as an optional add-on, along with a glass vase, plush teddy bear, greeting card, balloons or a wine bottle.
What if I order on December 24 for Christmas?
Orders placed on December 24 would fall on the holiday, so the earliest delivery is Saturday, December 26. That is too late for Christmas Day, so order by December 23 for Christmas Eve delivery.
Is a poinsettia a good Christmas gift for someone in France?
Yes, it is a traditional seasonal plant and is known in French as étoile de Noël. A plant is a good choice when the recipient may not have a vase on hand.