Welcome to Tom
Wood's Frequently Asked Questions Page...
Q: What is
the full address and email for Tom Wood?
A
19 Printing Office Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1TN
enquiries@tomwood.co.uk
Q: How can
I pay for my flowers?
A
You can send us a cheque at the above address, or pay online via
PAYPAL. Please choose the paypal option when
placing an order. Please remember to click the back to shop button,
otherwise your order will not register. Unsure? click
here to visit our PAYPAL page.
Q: What is
a Hand-tieds.
A hand-sculptured
bouquet, with spiralled stems, designed to be placed in a vase
without the need to rearrange
Q: What is a Bouquets.
A bouquet of flowers
& foliage. Simply wrapped, and ideal for those who prefer
to arrange their own flowers at home.
Q: What is a Floral arrangements.
A stylish gift
of cut flowers, skilfully selected and designed by a florist,
then arranged, in foam, in a complimentary vase or container.
Q: What is a Planted arrangements.
A
selection of complimentary and compatible flowering and green
plants, arranged in a basket, vase or container. A long-lasting,
living gift.
Q: What can
I send to a hospital ?
A: Because space and
vases are at a premium in hospitals, arrangements or hand-tied
bouquets delivered in water are recommended.
Please note the combination of red
and white flowers can be distressing to some people.
Unfortunately some hospitals may
not accept Planted Gifts due to the soil content.
Intensive Care Units in Hospitals
very often do not permit flower deliveries to Intensive Care Units.
However some hospitals
will place flowers outside the ward for the benefit of visiting
families.
Q: "It's
a Girl!" "It's a Boy!"
A: Many people send
flowers to reflect the gender of the baby, but very often siblings
are forgotten, so why not send a balloon with the delivery just
for them?
Q: Can I have
a timed delivery?
A: If you want to
specify before 1pm or after 1pm it is £7.95
We do offer a within 3 hour service
if ordered by 2 pm £10.45
Standard delivery
and same day delivery is £4.95
Q: Can I send
flowers overseas?
YES we can send flowers
overseas Via the Interflora service to nearly every country. Interflora
internationanl delivery is £6.99
Q: Does Interflora
have a guarantee?
A: Interflora Guarantee
of satisfaction.
Interflora ( FTDA ) British Unit Ltd. GUARANTEES that every order
delivered by its member Florists will be of GOOD QUALITY in GOOD
CONDITION and to the FULL RETAIL VALUE ruling in the delivery
member's shop on the day of delivery. Delivery will be made on
the date specified. Funeral orders will be delivered for the time
requested.
Any dissatifaction must be notified to your Interflora florist
as soon as possible after delivery.
Interflora orders must carry a full and correct address for delivery
purposes (note :POSTAL address cannot be assumed adequate for
delivery purposes).
Special delivery conditions are applicable to certain locations
such as hospitals, airports, hotels and ships, where third party
is involved. In these circumstances the signature of the person
autherised to recive the order will be accepted as proof of delivery
and fulfilment of the order.
Nothing contained in the guarantee or conditions affects or will
affect the statutory rights of the customer or the recipient in
relation to the quality, fitness or description of the goods supplied.
Interflora (FTDA) British Unit Limited, Interflora House, Sleaford,
Lincs. NG34 7TB
Q: What Towns
and cities does Interflora Deliver to?
Buy Flowers and Send
Flowers and have flowers delivered in England, Scotland, Wales
and Northern Ireland. For flowers and florists in London, Glasgow,
Birmingham, Bristol, Bath, Hull, Aberdeen, Southampton, Bournemouth,
Newcastle, Sheffield, Doncaste, Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester,
Nottingham, Derby, Peterborough, Norwich, Ipswich, Portsmouth,
Edinburgh, Cardiff, Swansea, Belfast, Leicester, Coventry, Wrexham,
Brighton, Poole, Plymouth, Newport, Swindon, Oxford, Reading,
Slough, Watford, Southend, Chelmsford, Colchester, Cambridge,
Gloucester, Luton, Northampton, Wolverhampton, Derby, Stoke on
Trent, Bolton, Blackpool, Bradford, Dundee - and towns anywhere
in the UK.
Q: Does a
particular flower or colour have a meaning?
Sending flowers must
be one of the most special ways to brighten up someones day. Its
made extra special if the flower meanings send a message too There
is more to just giving or receiving flowers as every flower lover
knows but even the experts can't agree on the real meaning of
many flowers. Here are a few of the more traditional ones.
Common Name Botanical Name Meanings
Acacia Acacia Beauty in retirement; Friendship; Concealed love:
Chaste love
Aconite Aconitum Beware, a deadly foe is near
Allium Unity; Humility; Patience
Alstroemeria Wealth; Prosperity; Fortune
Ambrosia Your love is reciprocated
Amaryllis Hippeastrum Pride; Splendid Beauty; Timidity
Anenome Forsaken; Expectations
Aster Callistephus Symbol of love; Daintiness; Afterthought
Azalea
Baby's Breath Gypsophila Pure of heart; Innocence
Bachelor's Button Centaurea Cyanus Hope in love; Felicity; Delicacy;
Single blessedness
Begonia Begonia Beware
Bells of Ireland Mollucella Laevis Good luck
Bluebell Scilla Nutans Humility; Everlasting love
Bouvardia Enthusiasm
Buttercup Childishness
Cactus Endurance
Caladium Great joy and delight
Camellia Gratitude; Perfection
Camellia (blue) You're a flame in my heart
Camellia (pink) Longing for you
Camelia (white) You're adorable; Perfected lovliness
Camellia (red) Unpretending excellance
Carnation Dianthus Caryophyllus Fascination; Womanly love; Devoted
love
Carnation (Red) Dianthus Caryophyllus My heart aches for you;
Admiration
Carnation ( Pink) Dianthus Caryophyllus I'll never forget you;
Woman's love
Carnation (Purple) Dianthus Caryophyllus Capriciousness
Carnation (Striped) Dianthus Caryophyllus Sorry I can't be with
you; No; Refusal; Wish I could be with you
Carnation (White) Dianthus Caryophyllus Innocence; Sweet and lovely;
Pure love; Woman's good luck gift; You're adorable
Carnation (Yellow) Dianthus Caryophyllus Rejection; You have disappointed
me
Chrysanthemum Dendranthema Cheerfulness; You're a wonderful friend;
Rest; Lovliness; Abundance; Wealth
Chrysanthemum (Red) Dendranthema I love
Chrysanthemum (Yellow) Dendranthema Slighted love
Chrysanthemum (White) Dendranthema Truth
Crocus Youthful gladness; Cheerfulness
Cyclamen Cyclamen Resignation; Goodbye
Daffodil You're the only one; Regard; Unrequited love; The sun
shines when I'm with you
Dahlia Dahlia Dignity; Elegance; Good taste; Instability
Daisy Innocence; Loyal love; I'll never tell; Purity; Gentleness;
Romance
Delphinium Flight of fancy; Ardent attachment
Fern Secret bond of love; Fascination; Sincerity; Magic
Fleur De Lis Flame; Burning
Forget-Me-Not Myosotis Faithful love; Undying hope; Memories;
Do not forget; True love
Forsythia Good nature; Innocence; Anticipation
Freesia Innocence; Trust; Friendship
Galax Encouragement
Gardenia Purity; Sweet love; You're lovely; Secret love; Refinement
Geranium Hardy Cranesbill Folly; Stupidity
Gladiolus Strength of character; Sincerity; Generosity; Natural
grace
Gloxinia Love at first sight
Grass Submission
Heather (Lavender) Erica Admiration; Solitude
Heather (White) Protection; Wishes will come true
Hibiscus Delicate beauty
Holly Foresight; Domestic happiness; Defense
Hyacinth Hyacinthus Games; Sports; Rashness
Hyacinth (Blue) Hyacinthus Constancy
Hyacinth (Purple) Hyacinthus Please forgive me; Sorrow
Hyacinth (Red / Pink) Hyacinthus Play
Hyacinth (White) Hyacinthus Lovliness; I'll pray for you
Hyacinth (Yellow) Hyacinthus Jealousy
Hydrangea Hydrangea Thank-you for understanding; Frigidity; Heartlessness
Iris Iris Faith; Wisdom; Valor; Promise; My compliments; Hope;
Message
Ivy Wedded love; Fidelity; Friendship; Affection
Jonquil Narcissus Affection returned; Sympathy; Desire; Love me
Lilac (Purple) Syringa First emotion of love
Lilac (White) Syringa Youthful innocence; Purity; Modesty; Virginity;
Majesty
Lily ( Calla) Zantedeschia Beauty
Lily (Day) Hermerocallis Conquetry
Lily (Eucharis) Maiden charms
Lily (Tiger) Wealth; Pride; Prosperity
Lily of the Valley Sweetness; Humility; Return of happiness
Longi Lily Lilium Longiflorum Pure; Modest
Magnolia Love of nature; Nobility; Dignity
Marigold Tagetes Grief; Cruelty; Jealousy; Sacred affection; Despair
Mimosa, Bloom Acacia Concealed love; Sensitivity
Monkshood Aconitum Chivalry; Beware; A deadly foe is near
Moss Maternal love; Charity
Myrtle Vinca Duty; Affection; Home; Love; Discipline; Instruction
Narcissus Stay as sweet as you are; Egotism; Formality
Nasturtium Tropaeolum Patriotism; Conquest; Victory in battle
Oleander Caution; Beauty; Grace
Orange Blossom Purity; Innocence; Eternal love; Marriage; Fruitfulness;
Lovliness
Orchid Love; Beauty; Refinement; Beautiful lady; Flower of magnificence
Orchid (Cattleaya) Mature charm
Palm Leaves Victory; Success
Pansy Viola Thoughtful reflection; Merriment
Peony Bashfulness; Happy marriage; Prosperity
Petunia Petunia Hybrida Resentment; Anger; Your presence soothes
me
Phlox Phlox Our souls are united
Pine Hope; Pity
Poinsettia Be of good cheer
Poppy Papaver Eternal sleep; Imagination; Oblivion
Poppy ( Red) Papaver Pleasure
Poppy ( White) Papaver Consolation
Poppy (Yellow) Papaver Wealth; Success
Primrose Primula I can't live without you
Primrose (Evening) Lamarckiana Inconstancy
Queen Anne's Lace Ammi Majus Haven
Ranunculus Radiant; Charming
Rose (Red) Love; I love you; Respect; Courage
Rose (Pink) Perfect happiness; Gentility; Grace; Please believe
me
Rose (Deep Pink) Thank you
Rose (Light Pink) Admiration
Rose (Yellow) Friendship; Joy and happiness; Jealousy; Trying
to care; Gladness
Rose (White) Innocence; Purity; Heavenly; Secrecy; Silence; Charm
Rose (Peach / Coral) Enthusiasm; Desire
Rose (Orange) Enthusiasm; Desire
Roses (Red & White) Unity
Rose (Single Red) Simplicity; I love you
Rose (Long Stemmed) I will remember you always
Rose (Short Stemmed) Sweetheart; Girlhood
Roses (Assorted Colours) You're everything to me
Roses (Mature Blooms) Gratitude
Roses (Single Full Bloom) I love you; I still love you
Rosebud Beauty; Youth; A heart innocent of love
Rosebud (Red) Pure; Lovely
Rosebud (White) Girlhood
Snapdragon Antirrhinum Gracious lady; Deception; Presumption
Spider Flower Elope with me
Statice Sympathy; Rememberance
Stephanotis Happiness in marriage; Desire to travel; Come to me
Stock Matthiola Lasting beauty; Bonds of affection; Promptness;
You'll always be beautiful to me
Sunflower Helianthus Adoration; Pride; Sunshine
Sweet Pea Lathyrus Delicate pleasures; Goodbye; Blissful pleasure;
Departure; Thank you for a lovely time
Sweet William Dianthus Barbatus Grant me one smile; Gallantry
Tulip Tulipa Perfect lover; Fame; Love; Passion
Tulip (Red) Tulipa Believe me; Declaration of love
Tulip (Yellow) Tulipa There is sunshine in your smile; Hopeless
love
Tulip (Variegated) Tulipa Beautiful eyes
Verbena Will you get your wish?
Veronica Fidelity
Violet Viola Modesty; Faithfulness; Virtue
Violet (Blue) Viola I'll always be true; Watchfulness
Violet (White) Viola Let's take a chance on happiness
Viscaria Will you dance with me?
Wallflower Erysimum Fidelity in adversity
Water Lily Purity of heart
Wisteria Sinensis Welcome
Xeranthemum Eternity; Immortality
Yarrow Healing
Zinnia Zinnia Thoughts of absent friends
Zinnia (Magenta) Zinnia Lasting affection
Zinnia (Scarlet) Zinnia Constancy
Zinnia (White) Zinnia Goodness
Zinnia (Yellow) Zinnia Daily rememberance
Zinnia (Mixed) Zinnia Thinking / In memory of an absent friend
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