Importing flowers from Holland to the USA
Importing flowers from Holland to the USA means checking US entry requirements for the exact flowers and arranging transport that preserves their condition. Before buying, confirm the species, country where the flowers were grown, required documentation and inspection arrangements with the relevant US authorities. For a personal gift, ordering delivery to the recipient’s US city is a separate option that does not require you to organise the shipment yourself.
At Pyat Tsvetov (5 Flowers), customers often begin with a bouquet they have seen in the Netherlands and want to send something similar overseas. The useful first distinction is between importing particular stems and arranging a finished gift at the destination. Our Saint Petersburg flower shops have operated since 2011, and we deliver abroad to 48 countries and more than 1,550 cities, including destinations in the USA. Available destinations are listed on Flower delivery abroad, which is in Russian.
Start with the flowers’ identity and actual origin
For an import enquiry, “flowers from Holland” is too broad a description. Record the botanical name of each flower and foliage item, whether it is cut material or a rooted plant, and the country where it was grown. A purchase made in the Netherlands does not establish Dutch growing origin. Keep these details together with quantities and the intended US destination so that each person advising on the shipment is assessing the same goods.
Separate cut flowers from bulbs, seeds, rooted plants and anything containing soil when describing the purchase. These are different categories for a plant-health enquiry, even if they appear together in a decorative arrangement. Ask for a complete contents list before agreeing to a mixed shipment, including greenery and decorative plant material. If the seller cannot identify an item, resolve that gap before paying for transport; a photograph alone may not establish its identity.
Confirm US entry requirements before committing to a shipment
Check the current US Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service requirements for the identified material, and US Customs and Border Protection guidance for entry procedures. Establish whether the proposed shipment is admissible and which documents, permits or inspection arrangements apply. Requirements should be checked against the actual species and origin, rather than copied from an unrelated shipment. Treat an old successful delivery as background information, not confirmation for a new consignment.
For a commercial purchase, decide who will handle the import formalities and who will provide each required document before dispatch. A customs broker can help clarify responsibilities, but obtain advice for the specific consignment rather than assuming every cut flower follows one procedure. Confirm that the transport service can handle the agreed route and any required presentation for inspection. Build the delivery plan around those checks, especially when the flowers are intended for a wedding or another fixed date.
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Plan for usable vase life, not just an arrival date
Cut flowers continue to age between harvest and the moment they reach a vase. Ask when the stems will be packed, how they will be protected from crushing and drying, and how long each transport stage is expected to take. The suitable handling conditions depend on the flowers in the shipment; one temperature recommendation should not be applied to every mixed box. Include the final journey from the arrival point to the recipient when assessing the schedule.
For an event, allow time to unpack, hydrate and assess the flowers before arranging them. A box arriving on the morning of a ceremony leaves little room to deal with bent stems, damaged petals or flowers that have not opened sufficiently. Ask about the expected stage of opening as well as stem length and quantity. Tightly closed buds and fully open flowers can create very different results on the same event date, even when their catalogue descriptions sound similar.
Choose between importing stems and sending a finished gift
Importing is most relevant when you need identified varieties, quantities or growing origins and can manage the associated checks and handling. For a birthday or anniversary, start instead with the recipient’s city, occasion and preferred style. A gift order is about the bouquet reaching that address, whereas an import purchase also involves responsibility for the goods crossing the border. Keep that distinction clear when comparing offers, because a transport quote and a finished bouquet order describe different purchases.
We deliver flowers in the USA and the Netherlands as part of our international delivery service. To place an order abroad, choose a bouquet on the relevant country or city page, enter the recipient’s address and your card text, and pay online in rubles. The displayed international price already includes delivery. Check the destination on the country pages before choosing a bouquet; our Netherlands coverage comprises six cities, listed on Flower delivery to Netherlands.
Match the bouquet to the occasion and care for it on arrival
When describing a bouquet, give practical preferences: a soft or bright palette, a compact or loose shape, and whether the recipient has room for a large arrangement. Flower meanings vary between families and cultures, so a recipient’s known preferences are more useful than a supposedly universal colour code. For a formal occasion, confirm any expectations with someone close to the recipient. A short card stating the occasion also helps make the intention clear without relying on symbolism alone.
Once cut flowers arrive, unpack them carefully and use a clean vase with fresh water. Remove leaves that would sit below the waterline, trim the stem ends with a clean, sharp tool, and follow any care instructions supplied for the particular flowers. Use flower food according to its directions if it is provided. Check the water daily and keep the arrangement away from direct sun, heaters and ripening fruit; avoid making a vase-life promise from appearance alone.
Ordering flowers to Russia from the Netherlands or the USA
If your recipient is in Russia, you can choose a bouquet through our Bouquets catalogue and provide the delivery address and card text. We deliver across Russia; city delivery costs 500 RUB, while the operator confirms the charge for remote districts and suburbs when confirming the order. In large cities, express delivery is available within 1–2 hours after confirmation, alongside scheduled delivery options. Saint Petersburg delivery operates around the clock; that schedule should not be assumed for other cities.
For Russian destinations, you can request an exact time with a tolerance of 30 minutes, choose 09–12, 12–15, 15–18 or 18–21, or pre-order 1–30 days ahead. Delivery is anonymous by default, and a card with your text is free; the courier calls the recipient about 15 minutes before arrival. If the recipient is absent, we agree a second delivery that day or handover to a neighbour or concierge with the sender’s consent. Checkout uses CloudPayments: check the payment options displayed there, since acceptance of every foreign card is not guaranteed; further details are on Delivery and payment.
Frequently asked questions
Can I import any flowers bought in Holland into the USA?
Do not assume that a purchase in the Netherlands is automatically eligible for US entry. Check the current requirements for the exact species, plant material and growing origin before purchasing or arranging transport.
Are flowers purchased in Holland necessarily grown there?
The place of purchase does not establish where the flowers were grown. Ask for the actual growing origin and botanical names when preparing an import enquiry.
Can I order flower delivery in the USA through Pyat Tsvetov?
Yes, the USA is among our international delivery destinations; check the available cities on the Flower delivery abroad page. Choose a bouquet on the destination page, enter the address and card text, and pay online in rubles, with delivery included in the displayed price.
Does the 500 RUB delivery fee apply to international orders?
The 500 RUB fee applies to city delivery in Russia. International bouquet prices already include delivery, and the Russian express and time-window conditions do not apply to orders abroad.
Can I pay for an order using a foreign bank card?
Online checkout uses CloudPayments; check the options displayed at checkout for your payment. Acceptance of every foreign card is not guaranteed, and questions can be directed to 8 (812) 507-67-05.
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