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Ordering and Availability
How do Subscriptions work?
Our "Fresh-Harvest" Guarantee
By subscribing, you are investing in local, farm-grown flowers. Our bouquets are made-to-order and harvested specifically for your delivery. Because of this, bouquets vary in style, color, and variety based on what is peaking in our fields.
Delivery Schedule & Logistics
Subscriptions are generally delivered on Thursdays. It is the subscriber's responsibility to ensure they are available to receive the delivery or have a safe, shaded spot (like a cooler with ice packs) for the bouquet to be left. We are not responsible for flowers left unattended in extreme weather after delivery.
Change, Skip, and Cancellation Deadlines
To respect our harvest schedule, all modifications (skips, cancellations, or address changes) must be made through your Customer Portal no later than 48 hours before your delivery. * Example: If your delivery is scheduled for Thursday, you must make changes by Tuesday at 8:00 AM.
- Changes requested after this window cannot be accommodated, as the flowers for your order have already been harvested and prepared.
No-Refund Policy
As this is a perishable, made-to-order product, we do not offer refunds for missed deliveries or last-minute cancellations. If you are unable to receive your bouquet, we encourage you to gift it to a friend or neighbor. If you need to stop your subscription permanently, you may cancel in your portal; your cancellation will take effect for the following week’s billing cycle.
Sharing the Risks & Rewards of Farming
By subscribing, you share in the rewards of a bountiful season and the inherent risks of farming. In the unlikely event of crop failure due to extreme weather, natural disaster, or other uncontrollable events, we reserve the right to pause or cancel portions of the subscription season. We will communicate any such changes via email as early as possible.
Communication
Email is our primary way to communicate delivery updates, seasonal shifts, and policy changes. By subscribing, you agree to receive these updates. We are not responsible for missed communications if our emails are sent to your "Spam" or "Promotions" folder—please add us to your contacts.
Do you sell flowers year-round?
Our flower availability follows the natural growing seasons here in Iowa. We grow as long as weather and production allow, and we update our availability regularly. You can view our seasonal growing plan in the Catalog—or reach out if you’re looking for something specific.
Who are your customers?
We serve a mix of customers throughout Central Iowa—local florists and designers through our B2B wholesale portal, professional firms through our corporate gifting program, and retail customers can shop our CSA subscriptions, fresh seasonal flowers, honey, dried florals, and digital products through our Flower Market. See our Business Policy page for service areas.
Do you offer refunds?
Our refund, cancellation, and return policies are outlined in detail on our Business Policy page. Because our products are seasonal, perishable, and made-to-order, orders are final once placed. Please visit our Business Policy page for full details.
Do you ship?
We do not ship fresh flowers or CSA shares, but we do offer limited shipping on dried florals and select non-perishable items, including some corporate gifts. Shipping options depend on season, availability, and product type. See specific items to see shipping options, or Contact Us.
What is a CSA?
A CSA—Community Supported Agriculture—is a seasonal share purchased in advance that reserves part of our harvest for you. Our Tulip CSA provides fresh, farm-grown tulip bouquets during our winter and early spring bloom period. CSA shares are limited and offered locally only. For details on pickup schedules, refunds, and policies, please see our Business Policy page.
Do you offer local pickup or delivery?
Yes! Local pickup is available for most orders. Pickup details are provided at checkout, and all pickups must be scheduled in advance. While customers may pick up orders at the farm, pickups do not include tours. Because our home is located on the property, we’re not open to the public. We can deliver within a 30 mile radius of the farm, see our business policy page for more details.
Do you have an online shop?
Yes! You can browse our current retail offerings—including honey, dried florals, and digital downloads—on our Flower Market page.
How does the B2B ordering process work? (fresh + dried)
When in season, we send a weekly newsletter for our B2B customers called “Fresh Picks” that shares what is in bloom. Orders are fulfilled based on a first-come, first-served basis for B2B customers in good standing. See our Business Policy page for more information about placing B2B orders.
I’m a business — how do I partner with you?
If you’re a floristry business that’s interested in purchasing from our farm, you’ll need to sign up as a B2B customer. Once approved, you’ll be added to the weekly availability list and can place orders with our special B2B pricing.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and electronic payment platforms like Paypal. Businesses ordering through our B2B portal will receive invoices with the payment terms outlined on our Business Policy page.
Products
Do you sell fresh flowers?
We offer seasonal, farm-grown fresh flowers during our bloom periods. Availability changes throughout the year, and offerings are listed in our Flower Market when in season.
Do you sell dried florals?
Yes! We harvest and dry seasonal blooms from our farm and offer them year-round while supplies last. Dried florals are available for local pickup and limited shipping.
How do I care for dried flowers?
Keep them indoors, out of direct sunlight and humidity, and handle them gently. No water is needed. With proper care, dried florals can last many months.
Do you offer bouquets and arrangements?
Yes! These designs showcase the best of what’s blooming each week on the farm. Availability changes seasonally and can be found on the Flower Market page.
Do you sell DIY flower buckets?
Yes! We offer seasonal DIY Buckets filled with a mix of farm-grown blooms and foliage—perfect for weddings, small events, or at-home arranging. Availability varies by season, and these are available for local pickup only. Check our Flower Market page or contact us for current offerings.
Do you offer a Tulip Subscription CSA?
Yes! Our Tulip CSA is a seasonal share of fresh, farm-grown tulip bouquets during winter and early spring. Shares are limited and for local pickup only. For full CSA policy details, see our Business Policy page.
Do you offer corporate gifting?
Yes! We create simple, locally made gifts using seasonal items from our farm—often featuring dried florals, fresh blooms when available, and honey or other non-perishable products. Some corporate gifts that include dried florals and shelf-stable items may be eligible for shipping; others are local pickup only. Contact us to discuss current options and whether shipping is available for your order.
Do you sell honey or hive products?
Yes! Our small-batch, farm-harvested honey is available seasonally. You can join our “first dibs” Honey List by contacting us, or purchase through our online shop. Honey is available for local pickup only.
Do you sell digital products?
Yes! We offer digital tools like our Weekly Garden Planner & Journal (Google Sheets), along with printable gift tags and planner versions for those who prefer handwriting.
How do I access my digital download after purchase?
After checkout, you’ll receive an email with a download link. You can also access your digital files anytime through your order confirmation page. If you have trouble downloading, reach out—we’re happy to help.
Are digital and printable products refundable?
Due to the nature of digital downloads, all sales are final and non-refundable. If you have an issue accessing your files, please contact us—we’ll make sure you’re taken care of.
Can I share or resell the digital and printable products?
Our digital and printable products are for personal, non-commercial use only. Redistribution, resale, file sharing, or posting the planner publicly is not permitted.
What software do I need to use the digital or printable products?
- Printable Gift Tags → PDF viewer
- Printable Planner → PDF viewer + printer
- Digital Planner → Google Sheets on desktop/mobile
Visiting the Farm
Is the farm open to the public?
At this time, our farm is not open to the public for sales or visitors. As our home is located on the farm, we ask that you respect our privacy. We do offer curbside order pickups by pre-arranged appointment only.
Do you host events at the farm?
Hive & Petal may host farm events on a seasonal and occasional basis, and the types of events we offer will continue to grow as our farm expands. When new events are scheduled, we announce them on our website and through our email list. If you have an event idea you’d like to discuss—such as a workshop, small-group experience, or corporate gathering—please reach out through our contact form.
Can we bring pets to the farm?
No. For the safety of our animals and yours, pets are not permitted on the farm. Certified ADA Service Animals are welcome. (Please note: emotional support animals, therapy animals, and pets do not qualify as service animals under Iowa law.)
Getting to Know Hive and Petal
What is Hive and Petal?
Hive & Petal is a small, sustainably minded flower farm and apiary located in Prairie City, Iowa. We specialize in growing premium cut flowers, producing local honey, and creating nature-inspired products for both retail customers and local businesses. Everything we grow is raised with care, intention, and a commitment to supporting our community and our environment. See Our Story for more.
Why purchase from Hive & Petal?
When you buy from us, you’re supporting a local farm dedicated to sustainability, soil health, and responsible growing. We use organic-inspired practices, prioritize low-waste packaging, and repurpose any unusable blooms to feed our bees or support pollinators. Every purchase helps strengthen our local ecosystem and keeps small-scale flower farming alive in Iowa.
What do you grow on your farm?
We grow a seasonal mix of specialty cut flowers—tulips, ranunculus, anemone, peonies, dahlias, zinnias, and many others—along with foliage and botanicals for fresh and dried arrangements. We also maintain an on-site apiary, producing local honey and hive-based products. Our growing season shifts throughout the year, so offerings change with the seasons.
What does sustainability mean to you?
Sustainability guides everything we do—from responsible resource use and minimizing plastics to avoiding harmful pesticides and supporting biodiversity. Most U.S. flowers are imported and heavily packaged; we provide a local, low-waste alternative grown right here in Iowa.
Where is your farm located?
Hive & Petal is located in Prairie City, Iowa. Our farm is our home, and we serve customers throughout Central Iowa with local pickup and limited delivery options. You can find product availability and service areas on our website.
Do you keep bees on the farm?
Yes! Our on-site apiary is an important part of who we are. We care for our bees with the same respect and intention we bring to our flowers, and we rely on them for pollination and maintaining a balanced ecosystem. Throughout the year we offer small-batch, local honey and hive-made products when available.
Engagement With the Community
What’s the best way to contact you?
The quickest way to reach us is through the form on our Connect page. It will email us directly. We do our best to respond within 1–2 business days.
Where can I follow what’s happening on the farm?
Our Farm Life blog is the best place to see what we’re growing, learning, experimenting with, and celebrating throughout the year. We share behind-the-scenes updates, seasonal notes, and stories from around the farm. You can explore the blog anytime on our website.
How can I receive updates from Hive & Petal?
The easiest way to stay connected is through our email newsletter. We share seasonal news, product launches, event updates, and special offerings directly with our subscribers. You can sign up on our Subscribe page.
Do you offer charitable donations?
We partner with several local organizations and love supporting our community when we’re able. If you’d like to request a donation, please complete the form on our Giving Back page. Because we receive many requests, we aren’t able to accept all of them.
Are you hiring?
We work with local agencies and share about our job or contract postings on our website.
Do you offer mentorship?
At this time we aren’t able to offer mentorship for new flower farmers or beekeepers. If you’re getting started, contact us—we’re happy to direct you toward organizations that provide training and support.
Are you available for speaking engagements?
We enjoy sharing about flower farming and beekeeping when our schedule allows. You can reach out with details about your event, and we’ll let you know if we can accommodate the request. Please note that we receive many speaking inquiries, and can't accept them all.
Note: Speaking fees or travel stipends may be required based on the event details.