Sending flowers to a loved one in Lima from the United States can be a stressful experience. You want a beautiful arrangement to arrive on time, but how do you trust an overseas vendor?
Many default to large, international floral "wire services," believing they offer the most security. However, this often leads to higher costs, fewer flowers, and arrangements that lack the freshness and design quality of a truly local Peruvian florist like MERCADO FLORES.
Here are the three main reasons why buying direct from Lima is the smart choice for US-based customers.
1. The Freshness & Design Factor: Hours vs. Days
When you buy from an international wire service, your order is passed through multiple intermediaries—the US company takes the order, passes it to a global hub, which then assigns it to a local shop. This adds days to the process.
MERCADO FLORES eliminates this complex chain.
Because we are based in Lima, we source our flowers directly from the city's primary wholesale markets. This means your roses, tulips, or sunflowers are:
- Hours fresher when they reach the recipient, leading to a longer vase life.
- Locally grown, supporting Peruvian farmers and ensuring the best seasonal quality available right now.
This not only guarantees maximum freshness, but it also allows our florists to create designs with a more modern, harmonious, and professional style, impossible to replicate by a generic wire service that standardizes its arrangements. With us, your bouquet doesn't travel through a logistical maze; it travels from the freshest source directly to your loved one's door.
2. Unbeatable Value: Get More for Your US Dollar
International services take a substantial cut—sometimes up to 40%—just for processing the transaction. This means a significant portion of your money never makes it to the actual flowers.
When you purchase directly from a local e-commerce florist in Lima, such as MERCADO FLORES, you are paying for the product, not the middlemen fees.
This means that for the same dollar amount you would spend on a small, basic bouquet through an intermediary service, with MERCADO FLORES you receive a larger, more lush, and more impressive arrangement with a superior design.
We are also optimized to accept international payments via secure platforms like PayPal, ensuring a clean transaction without hidden bank fees or surprise currency conversion charges.
3. Peace of Mind: Security and Proof of Service
The biggest worry for international buyers is simple: "Will my flowers actually arrive?"
We understand the need for security when shopping from abroad, which is why MERCADO FLORES offers concrete proof and institutional backing:
Photo Confirmation of Preparation
We provide a photo of the finalized arrangement before it leaves our shop. This gives you confidence that the bouquet matches your order and is perfect for delivery.
(Note: For funeral arrangements, we provide a second visual confirmation after delivery for added assurance.)
RUC-Backed Guarantee
Unlike informal vendors found on social media, MERCADO FLORES is a formal, legally registered Peruvian company (backed by the RUC tax registry). This official registration ensures that your payment is processed securely and that you are dealing with a verifiable, legitimate business, eliminating the risk of fraud often associated with overseas purchases.
Stop Guessing. Choose Lima’s Local Expert.
When you choose MERCADO FLORES, you aren't just sending flowers; you're sending the freshest quality and the assurance of a secure, professional delivery.
and send happiness to Lima with confidence!
