If you watched any television over the past week, you probably saw a commercial for a large online florist offering to send mom a bouquet of tulips for “just $49.99″ or some similar ad. What you may not have considered is that those large internet companies are not providing personalized service, have huge profit margins and don’t always deliver the highest quality products. Wondering why you should buy local? We’ll tell you!

Quality Products- The most important thing we offer is a high quality product. You are welcome to come in person to our shop and select the flowers you would like to send. If you prefer to call us, we can tell you exactly what we have in stock and what may be appropriate for a particular occasion. You can be sure that we won’t sell you a pre-made arrangement that has been sitting in a fridge for days.

Excellent Value- When you shop online, the company that you are ordering with takes a cut of the profit and then has to pay a local  business to make and deliver the arrangement. When you do business with Bartee’s Flowers, we do the work ourselves and can assure you that you’re getting the most for your money.

Accountability- If for any reason you aren’t happy with the product you receive from Bartee’s, you know who to call and we’ll make it right. When you aren’t happy with a product you ordered online, it can be difficult to reach their customer service department and even if you do, they aren’t the ones who designed your floral arrangement.

These are just a few of the many reasons why shopping local is best for you and for the local economy. After more than 30 years in the business, Bartee’s Flowers knows quality and we know our customers. The service we provide is unmatched and we stand by our work. If you’re looking for a florist in or around Bennett, North Carolina- stop by and see us at 750 Jerry Frye Rd.

You’ve found the man of your dreams, he asked and you said, “Yes!”. You are having the time of your life planning for your big day and you want everything to be perfect. Once you’ve set a date and booked a venue, the next step is deciding on your flowers. Flowers are especially important because they set the tone for the type of wedding you want to have. Whether you’re planning a destination wedding on the beach, a formal event or a casual BBQ- Bartee’s has the perfect flowers for your North Carolina wedding!

The Destination Wedding- North Carolina is famous for it’s pristine beaches and incredible weather. If you’ve chosen a beach ceremony, we would suggest bright colors that will really pop against your white gown. Hydrangea are a popular beach wedding choice and they hold up nicely during photos. Another great choice is the Dendrobium Orchid. These are a typically bright purple and are what Hawaiian leis are often made of. Dendrobium Orchids look beautiful by themselves or in a bouquet with green Hydrangea and white Roses.

The Formal Affair- If you’re planning a formal wedding- think black tie- you are likely looking for something simple and elegant. For the bride, we suggest a dramatic arrangement of Calla Lillies, hand tied with a wide satin ribbon. The beauty of Calla Lillies is that although they are one of the more common wedding flowers, they come in many varieties such as deep red, green, orange and yellow. When planning a formal wedding, we believe that less is more and Calla Lillies are perfect for your bouquet,  boutonnieres and table arrangements.

The Casual Party- So you and your fiance thought of eloping but your parents begged you to celebrate with 200 of your closest friends, right? You’re planning a more casual wedding, maybe outdoors in the fall under a big white tent. You want your wedding to be understated and fun so your flowers should be too! When we think of fun, we think Gerbera Daisies. They are bright, cheerful and will put a smile on your face. The color varieties are numerous but pick ones that really stand out against your wedding colors. For example: if your bridesmaids dresses are blue, you may want to choose bright orange or yellow Gerbera Daisies. Can’t decide on a favorite? Combine them all for a truly beautiful but simple bouquet.

We hope these ideas help you plan the wedding of your dreams! Call us today and set up an appointment for a custom consultation with one of our floral designers.

On Saturday February 11th, 2012, Alyce & Mack Phillips said “I Do” at The Fair Barn in Pinehurst, NC. The Fair Barn is the oldest surviving exhibition hall in North Carolina and was recently restored into a stunning location for special events.

Bartee’s Flowers had the pleasure of designing flowers for the Phillips’ special day which included White Hydrangea, Calla Lillies and White Roses. According to the bride, the flowers were beautiful and her wedding day was everything she hoped it would be. When asked about her favorite moment, Alyce said she loved the wedding ceremony itself. Both the ceremony and the reception were held inside The Fair Barn- beautiful and convenient for the wedding guests!

If you are planning a wedding in Bennett, North Carolina (or the surrounding towns such as: Pinehurst, Carthage, Robbins, Seagrove, NC) call us today! We would love to meet with you and your fiance to help you design the wedding of your dreams. We will gladly deliver your bouquets and arrangements right to the venue on the day of your wedding. Contact Bartee’s of Bennett today! 

A special thanks to Ken Sykes Photography for the wedding photographs and to Alyce Phillips for sharing her story with us.

Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Phillips!

We’ve just received a new shipment of plants and wanted you to be the first to know!

Our new inventory includes:

• Roses- These plants bloom all summer and fall until the first frost. Roses require 6-8 hours of sunlight every day so plan accordingly.

• Hibiscus Trees- Most varieties of Hibiscus can tolerate partial shade so they are a great choice for planting in an area that doesn’t get as much sun. Fun fact: Hibiscus flowers are actually edible!

• Geraniums- These flowers are incredibly versatile and an excellent choice for window boxes, pots or your flower bed. They require frequent watering but will last for months.

• Ferns- Did you know that ferns are one of the oldest species in the world? There are thousands of varieties, many of which thrive in the Bennett, North Carolina climate. These plants provide excellent ground coverage and require very little upkeep, making them a perfect choice for the casual gardener.

We’d love to share other ideas on what plants would best suit your garden- Stop by today!

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Prom season is upon us and we’re here to help you choose a floral design to suit your unique style. Once you’ve picked a dress, the next step is to coordinate his tux and then choose flowers that will complete your look.

Bright colors are very popular for the 2012 prom season. Neon is really making a comeback and we’ve designed arrangements that will look great with a bright color palette. Think 80’s but with a fresh twist- colors like lime green, magenta and electric blue are selling like crazy and look great in pictures.

You’re probably wondering what kind of flowers to choose and we have put together a few of our favorites.

Gerbera Daisies

We love Gerbera Daisies because of their gorgeous color varieties and durability. You could order a small bouquet with a few different colors like pink, orange, green and yellow. Once you’ve chosen your flowers, we’ll design a boutonniere to match.

Calla Lilies

Calla lilies are simple, beautiful and timeless. White Calla Lilies match most styles and really stand out in pictures against a black tux or a brightly colored dress. Whether you carry two or three single Calla Lilies or incorporate them in a small bouquet, you are sure to look stunning.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea are a very popular flower for weddings and proms and it’s no wonder why! Spring is the perfect time of year to take advantage of the many color varieties Hydrangea have to offer. They look great paired with roses or by themselves and make a beautiful wristlet. One of the great things about hydrangea is that on one stem, there are always many different shades so they are easy to match.

If you’re attending a prom in Bennett, Bonlee, Bear Creek or any of the surrounding areas, stop by and let us design the best prom flowers for your special day. For best results, we recommend bringing your date along and a swatch of fabric that you’re trying to match. Contact us or just drop in- we’d love to meet you!

Bartee’s Flowers is located at 750 Jerry Frye Rd. Bennett, NC 27208.

In times of personal grief, we treat it as an honor to be able to help you express yourself. That’s exactly what happened with this beautiful casket spray of Red roses, mini green hydrangeas, berries, mini callas, and white dendrobium orchids.

A square floral design for a funeral in Robbins, NC. It includes a Bible, a personal touch, red and white roses, white tulips, safari sunset and natural foliages. We think it was beautiful and personal.

Just a simple example of a floral design we did for a funeral in Robbins, NC.

We are always honored to be able to help people express their love and sympathy to those who have lost a loved one. We treat every funeral arrangement with personal care and every spray or bouquet eloquently expresses your love. Here is one beautiful casket spray we were honored to provide for a funeral in Siler City, NC.

Bartee’s Flowers does more than just serve our immediate region in North Carolina. We’re all over. And we always go the extra mile. Sometimes that means even literal “extra miles.”

We could tell you the story ourselves, but here’s how the bride described it. Thanks, Katie, for letting us be a part of your amazing wedding!

Bartees was a wonderful part of making our destination wedding day very special. When we think of Bartees, we smile at the memories of our wedding day because of the beautiful flowers they provided. From Bennett to Southport with no problem, the flowers arrived on Friday before the wedding in coolers and boxes. They were gorgeous and they were perfect at our wedding. The creative style Bartees used to incorporate the specific flowers I wanted was just over the top. They utilized the star fish and accessories to capture our beach wedding theme. You would have never known our wedding flowers had been pre prepared , traveled 168 miles, in the middle of August, the day before wedding, and were just awesome. They are a local florist in our community and we wanted to see if a destination wedding would be an option for them. No problem, they said, with some skepticism from my mom, Bartees gave us choices to accommodate with our budget and worked with us on every detail. Thank you Bartees for a elegant, colorful, flower display that was so special at our destination wedding!!!

Katie McNeill and Brandon

We absolutely LOVED going the extra distance to make Katie’s memory special. Thanks for providing these wonderful photos of your beautiful moment!