There's nothing wrong with supermarket bouquets—nothing at all. On an ordinary day, bargain carnations are a convenient and inexpensive way to show someone you care. But for Mother's Day? Well, for Mother's Day, you have to up your flower game, kids. Luckily, Philly has no shortage of homegrown businesses up to the task.Pure DesignRittenhouse pros Pure Design does it all: corporate events, movie sets, dinner parties and, yes, Mother's Day. Request a custom arrangement, or choose from 13 of their holiday offerings—from modern, minimalist orchids to poufy peonies—created with mama in mind. 500 S. 22nd St., Puredesignflorist.comRELATED: 'Mother's Day' being terrible is as inevitable as the holidayFlowers and CompanyForgot to place an order? Flowers and Company has you covered. Known for their pre-made, on-the-go bouquets, this aggressively adorable Rittenhouse shop has been making absent-minded husbands look thoughtful for years. Add a handwritten note and you, friend, just earned favorite child status.119 S. 19th St., Flowersandcompany.netHeadhouse Farmers' MarketNow that the Headhouse Farmers' Market is back in action, locally-grown blooms can be yours every Sunday. Swing by before brunch for a farm-fresh arrangement, and don't forget a bag of croissants—your mom deserves croissants.Open Sundays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Second and Lombard streets, Thefoodtrust.orgPetit Jardin en VilleBoasting French-trained florists, this Old City gem feels more like a Parisian boutique. The fleurs are second to none—if you can find prettier peonies, we'll eat them—and their selection of Francophile gardening tools make the perfect gift add-on. 134 N. Third St., Petitjardinenville.comRELATED: Gifts that say, 'You're the best, mom'Cottage FlowersMain Line go-to Cottage Flowers is known for their modern-rustic wedding designs, but the charming studio does holiday and seasonal arrangements, as well. Warning: Once you see their flower crowns, you will be unable to resist their flower crowns—are you ready to show up to brunch in a flower crown?222 Roberts Lane, Malvern, Cottageflowersdesign.com
