Flora Chicago
We create flowers for life’s everyday moments—from birthdays, anniversaries, get-well wishes, sympathy, thank-yous, and “just because,” to flower subscriptions, weddings, and private and corporate events. Our brick-and-mortar shop offers flowers by the stem and thoughtfully designed arrangements, along with plants, pots, candles, chocolates, cards, and an expanding collection of sustainable gifts from local women-owned businesses.
About this business
About the business
When a family reaches out to us during a difficult time, our goal is to create more than a beautiful floral arrangement—we want to create a meaningful tribute that truly reflects the person being honored. We take the time to learn about who they were, what they loved, their personality, their favorite flowers or colors, and the special relationships they shared with family and friends.
Every arrangement is thoughtfully designed to capture those details and express something personal about their life and the people who loved them. Whether it’s a favorite flower, a meaningful color, a special interest, or a simple detail that brings back a cherished memory, we look for ways to incorporate those touches into the flowers.
We understand that choosing flowers for a loved one can feel overwhelming, especially during an emotional time. We’re here to listen, guide you through the process, and help you create something that feels genuine and personal.
Our hope is that when the family sees the flowers, they don’t just see a beautiful arrangement—they see a reflection of the person they knew, loved, and will always remember.
Origin story
Founded in 2005 by a landscape designer, our business has been proudly women-owned from the very beginning. In 2018, ownership transitioned to my former business partner and me, and in August 2026, I became the sole owner. We continue to create beautiful, memorable flowers for everyday moments, subscriptions, weddings, events, and funerals, while evolving our focus from simply selling flowers to creating and celebrating emotions—Meaningful. Memorable. Beautiful. We believe flowers have the power to make a moment beautiful, and create a memory that stays with you.
Why families choose us
What sets us apart is the experience we provide, not simply the flowers we create. We don’t believe in choosing something from a catalog and sending it on its way. We take the time to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and understand what will make the flowers feel right for your family.
You’ll work with people who genuinely care about getting the details right. We pay attention to the little things, communicate clearly throughout the process, and approach every order with the understanding that it carries real meaning.
Our families often appreciate that they never feel rushed or treated like just another order. We want the process to feel personal, reassuring, and collaborative—so you can feel confident that what we create will have thought and heart behind it.
The result is a floral experience that feels more personal, more intentional, and more connected to the people and relationships behind the flowers.
Ownership
Meet the team
Kate
Owner
“The most meaningful flowers aren’t just beautiful—they remind you of the person you’re there to remember.”
I know that when a family is planning a memorial, flowers are just one more thing they have to think about during an already difficult time. My goal is to make that part of the process as easy and seamless as possible. I want families to feel that they can hand this responsibility to me and trust that I’ll take care of the details.
I also believe memorial flowers should feel like they belong to the person being honored. I don’t want to create arrangements that feel generic or simply chosen from a standard catalog. I take the time to learn about the person—their personality, the things they loved, their interests, favorite colors or flowers, and the relationships they had with the people around them. Those details can inspire something much more personal and meaningful.
What matters most to me is taking the stress out of the process while creating flowers that feel unmistakably connected to the person. My hope is that when the family sees the arrangements, they recognize something of their loved one in them and feel that their personality and story were truly honored.
Who they serve
Religious tradition
Community served
What they offer
Services
Products
Services & pricing
Service
Price
$300
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Funeral Sprays start at $300.
Common questions
The flowers will be at the wake and then at the funeral service. Will they last?
Yes. We specifically design and prepare memorial flowers with the full timeline in mind. When flowers will be displayed at both the wake and funeral service, we select varieties and use professional techniques that help them stay fresh and beautiful throughout both events.
We also take the timing of delivery and placement into consideration so the arrangements arrive looking their best and remain that way through the services. You shouldn’t have to worry about whether the flowers will still look beautiful the next day—we plan for that from the beginning.
Can you deliver at a certain time?
Yes. We understand that timing is especially important for memorial services. We coordinate deliveries around the wake and funeral schedule and work to make sure your flowers arrive with plenty of time before they are needed.
If you have a specific delivery time or deadline, let us know when you place your order. We’ll do everything we can to accommodate it and will communicate with the funeral home or venue when necessary. Our goal is for you to have one less thing to worry about.
If we want something different, can you do that?
Absolutely. In fact, we love creating something that is personal and unexpected. If you have an idea, a favorite flower, a meaningful object, a hobby, a color, or anything else that reminds you of your loved one, tell us about it. We’ll work with you to turn that idea into a thoughtful floral tribute.
You don’t have to fit into a standard arrangement or choose something from a catalog. If it matters to your family, we’ll look for a creative way to incorporate it. Our goal is to create something unique and personal—something that could only have been made for the person you’re honoring.
How far in advance should I order?
The sooner you reach out, the better, but I understand that memorial services are often planned quickly. If you have a short timeline, please contact me anyway. I’ll do my best to accommodate your needs and will be upfront about what is possible based on the flowers and design you’re looking for.
Service area
Address
2835 N Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
Location and coverage
2835 N Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
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